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    56% of women now invest independently; mutual fund participation among women rises to 44%: DSP MF study

    In 2025, 56 percent of women reported making investment decisions on their own, compared with 44 percent three years ago. Among men, 68 percent say they largely decide independently, up from 65 percent in 2022. While men still report higher autonomy, the gap between genders has narrowed.

    Anishaa Kumar
    March 05, 2026 / 10:53 IST
    The findings show rising confidence among women, deeper participation in mutual funds and exchange-traded market products, and a gradual change in how money, risk and financial freedom are perceived. The survey has been conducted in partnership with YouGov.
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