We hosted an Indian roundtable at Apex Invest APAC on May 19, 2025, at the Capella Hotel Singapore where allocators representing $1.6 trillion in AUM met with 29 managers- many of whom were Indian fund managers. India is one of our key growth markets, and foreign capital remains vital to its continued development
We are building an investor hubs strategy to enable Indian managers to meet allocators regularly around the world. This initiative began in 2024 with the launch of the India Investor Group in the UAE, followed by our first roundtable at Apex Invest Abu Dhabi, representing $4 trillion in allocator capital, in November 2024. In February 2025, we welcomed the Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia for a keynote address at Apex Invest KSA, an event representing $3.4 trillion in allocator capital, followed by a panel discussion.
Launching a global investor hubs network
Building on this momentum, further allocator meetings are scheduled for London and Lausanne in September, and Abu Dhabi again in November, where we propose to host the first annual half-day International Invest in India event. We are also in discussion with the Consul General of India in the United States to establish a New York hub, and with the Indian Ambassadors to the UK and US to establish local ‘pearls’.
This strategy will allow us to offer Indian managers and allocators the opportunity to build relationships, pitch products, explore collaborations and joint ventures, and deepen engagement across markets.
Insights from ‘The Elephant is Dancing’ roundtable at Apex Invest APAC
Moderated by Dr Bhaskar Dasgupta from our team, the roundtable entitled The Elephant is Dancing was opened by Shiv Sehgal of Nuvama. Contributions followed from:
Discussions focused on key questions for 2025/26:
- Which sectors will remain strong given the impact of Trump tariffs?
- What is the outlook for exits, including IPOs and secondaries?
- What is the current and future role of FIIs - will the revolving door speed up or slow down?
- How long can retail investors backstop the market?
- What’s next for INR-USD volatility and trend changes?
Voices from the roundtable
Kapil Hingorani remarked:
“Our investment strategy is based on the belief that profits are made in buying. We are very cognisant of the buying price. Whether listed stocks, indices, or private markets, if buying is done at the right price, it controls the risk and delivers performance. We buy when we are hopeful and sell when we have optimised.
India has demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of global shocks - whether the Global Financial Crisis, demonetisation, COVID-19, or tariff disputes. It continues to maintain strength and stability.”
He also summarised India’s key strengths as the three Ds:
- Demand: Domestic consumption is so strong that production is absorbed internally
- Demographics: 70% of the population is under 50, and even retirees remain economically active
- Democracy: India’s vibrant democracy fosters both innovation and stability
Ashish Sharma spoke about the rise of private credit:
“Private credit is the fastest-growing asset class globally (~$2 trillion), but most allocations are US-focused. Asia accounts for ~37% of global GDP yet only 7% of the private credit market. India stands out, supported by income growth, rising consumption, infrastructure spending, and supportive policy.
Venture and growth debt continues to address the credit needs of PE/VC-backed companies. With the supply-demand gap widening, InnoVen Capital is well positioned to support the new-age economy.”
Amit Jain, our Head of GIFT City, commented:
“GIFT City is India’s boldest leap into global finance—a jurisdiction built for speed, scale, and sophistication. For us, it’s more than a location; it’s a launchpad.
With our 20,000 sq ft footprint, expanding team, and full-stack fund services, we’re enabling global investors and fund managers to structure, scale, and succeed from India’s most future-ready financial hub.”
Sonal Gokhale, our Head of CRM India, closed the roundtable with a vote of thanks to all participants.
Closing thoughts
The Indian roundtable at Apex Invest APAC marked a key moment in deepening the relationship between Indian managers and global allocators. The discussions underscored the resilience and potential of India’s economy and the strategic importance of building international investor connectivity. As we continue to expand our global investor hubs strategy, we look forward to supporting the next phase of India’s growth story.
Apex Invest Europe: Lausanne Palace, September 23- 25, 2025
Building on the success of our global series, Apex Invest heads to Switzerland in 2025. Join us at the Lausanne Palace for two focused days of investment discussion, meetings, and relationship building.
Why attend?
- Content that matters: Focused keynotes, panels, and fireside chats with real takeaways
- Meetings with intent: Match with vetted allocators through our apexinvest.io platform
- Network all day: From breakfast to evening receptions, connect without pressure
- Ongoing access: Enjoy three months of complimentary access to apexinvest.io 2:1 ratio of allocators to managers: Make the most of your time and resources by connecting with the right investors and building valuable relationships
Lausanne offers a focused setting to engage with the capital shaping tomorrow’s funds.
Apply to attend Apex Invest Europe: Lausanne Palace, September 23- 25, 2025
