India Retail Investors Expo & Conference 2026: Empowering Financial Literacy and Informed Investing

The India Retail Investors Expo and Conference 2026 (IRIE 2026) commenced on January 24, 2026, at the Karnataka Trade Promotion Organisation (KTPO) in Bengaluru. The event concluded on January 25, 2026, and was recognized as one of India’s largest platforms dedicated to personal finance and investment awareness. IRIE 2026 brought together retail investors, entrepreneurs, and financial professionals under one roof, addressing the growing demand for financial literacy and informed investing among Indian retail investors.

Designed as a comprehensive investment marketplace, the expo aimed to provide a focused platform for retail investors. It attracted a diverse audience, including SME and MSME owners, real estate investors, stock market and mutual fund participants, franchise seekers, NRIs, students, and first-time investors. This wide representation ensured that conference sessions, exhibitor interactions, and workshops were relevant to participants across varying levels of investment experience.

The expo hosted exhibitors from key segments of the investment ecosystem, including stock market brokerages and trading platforms, mutual fund and asset management companies, banks, NBFCs, and insurance firms. Property developers and real estate platforms, fintech and digital investment solutions, and franchise and business opportunity providers were also present. With over 70 exhibitors and 10,000 visitors across two days, IRIE 2026 emerged as a high-impact engagement platform for both investors and brands.

IRIE 2026 featured 25+ industry experts and professional speakers covering a range of topics, including banking and insurance, equity markets and mutual funds, bonds and alternative investments, real estate and franchise models, and fintech innovations and digital investing. The sessions were curated to combine market insights with practical application, enabling participants to translate knowledge into actionable investment strategies. Panel discussions and workshops simplified complex financial concepts while aligning content with current market trends.

Beyond education, IRIE 2026 strongly emphasized networking and business development. The expo facilitated direct interaction between investors, financial advisors, developers, and service providers, helping build trust through face-to-face engagement. Such interactions often lead to long-term partnerships, qualified leads, and strategic collaborations, making the event valuable for exhibitors and attendees alike.

As India’s investment landscape continues to expand and diversify, platforms that combine education, transparency, and access are becoming increasingly essential. IRIE 2026 addressed this need by fostering informed decision-making and strengthening investor confidence. By bringing together industry leaders and the retail investor community in Bengaluru, the expo contributed meaningfully to India’s evolving financial ecosystem.

The inaugural session of IRIE 2026 began at 10:00 AM, setting the tone for the day. Market experts, policymakers, industry leaders, and retail investors discussed emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges in India’s investment landscape. The inauguration highlighted the growing role of retail investors in shaping resilient and inclusive capital markets.

The sessions covered a variety of topics, including high-impact insights on economics, financial markets, AI, and technology; balancing growth and stability in a dynamic market; growth income protection; alternative digital assets; AI-powered trading automation; adding crypto to a modern investment portfolio; global investing in today’s era; smart trading with data and analytics; and AI trading agents.

Eminent speakers at the event included Ms. Manjari Balu, Head Trainer and Business Development Manager at Enrich Money; Mr. Sidhartha Satpathy, Senior Investment Counsellor at Mirae Asset Sharekhan; Mr. Chetan Anand M, General Manager and Regional Head (Karnataka) at Integrated Enterprises India Pvt. Ltd.; Mr. Avinash Rao, Founder of ALT.DRX; and many others.

The India Retail Investors Expo welcomed a diverse audience from across the financial and investment ecosystem, including the general public, individual investors, financial advisors, investment bankers, real estate industry professionals, entrepreneurs, stock traders, forex and commodity traders, chartered accountants, fintech enthusiasts, students and academia, and government representatives.

The India Retail Investors Expo and Conference 2026 stood out as a knowledge-driven initiative aimed at promoting responsible investing and long-term wealth creation. Through its blend of education, exposure, and interaction, IRIE 2026 reinforced its position as a significant platform for empowering India’s retail investors.

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