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Nithin Kamath's remarks spark public spat between Zerodha and Groww over direct mutual funds

Zerodha's Nithin Kamath and Groww are debating direct mutual fund offerings publicly. Kamath reiterated Zerodha's commitment to free direct mutual fund plans. Groww clarified that its optional subscription service does not replace direct mutual funds. Direct mutual funds remain free for do-it-yourself investors on Groww. This debate highlights shifts in…

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Groww responds to Nithin Kamath tweet: Direct mutual funds remain free for DIY investors

Groww assures investors direct mutual funds remain free for do-it-yourself users. The platform stated its commitment to zero-commission offerings for these investors. This clarification follows recent discussions regarding mutual fund offerings in the market.

The Economic Times

Zerodha will keep direct mutual fund plans for free, says Nithin Kamath

Zerodha founder Nithin Kamath reaffirmed the company’s commitment to offering direct mutual funds free of charge. He said Coin has helped investors save commissions, while many rival platforms have exited or reconsidered the low-cost direct mutual fund business model.

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Can Zerodha's 'nice place to work' culture become its real moat? Here's what Nithin Kamath says

Nithin Kamath said Zerodha’s culture stems from deliberate choices, including staying small, avoiding revenue targets and prioritising employee well-being over growth. He stressed patient hiring, learning from mistakes and resisting incentives that encourage excessive customer trading or employee burnout.

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Nithin Kamath reveals Zerodha's playbook: No ads, no sales targets, customer-first approach

Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath said the brokerage's growth stems from prioritising customer interests over aggressive expansion. He highlighted transparency, word-of-mouth marketing, a bootstrapped model and product-focused innovation as the key drivers behind the company's long-term success.

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Good investing outcomes come from doing few boring things well: Nithin Kamath

Zerodha co-founder Nithin Kamath said building long-term wealth does not require chasing hot stocks or timing the market. He stressed that investors often overcomplicate investing by trying to predict markets or pick from thousands of options. In a post on X, he said good outcomes come from doing “a few…

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Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw warns against long-term GLP-1 use, urges caution over weight-loss drugs, says 'for those who are not diabetic or clinically obese...'

Nithin Kamath questions India's slow adoption of affordable GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, despite rising obesity. He points to challenges like long-term adherence and physician conservatism. Biocon's Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw weighed in and urged caution, emphasizing diet and exercise as primary options for non-diabetic, non-obese individuals, citing potential long-term side effects of these…

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'Cheaper than a gym, but still not selling': Nithin Kamath on why Indians aren't embracing popular weight-loss drugs

Despite rising obesity and affordable generic GLP-1 drugs, India lags in adoption. Nithin Kamath highlights patient retention challenges with weekly injections and conservative doctor prescribing habits as key hurdles. The advent of oral alternatives might boost uptake, suggesting convenience and long-term commitment, rather than price, will drive future acceptance of…

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Zerodha Co-Founder Nithin Kamath Urges Young Indians to Stay and Build Their Future in India

India's largest retail stockbroker, Zerodha, has become one of the country's biggest startup success stories since its launch in 2010. Founded by brothers Nithin Kamath and Nikhil Kamath, the company has transformed the Indian investing landscape and established the duo among the nation's most successful entrepreneurs.

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Nithin Kamath recalls falling for a pyramid scheme, warns retail investors against 'easy money' promises

Zerodha co-founder Nithin Kamath shared his past entanglement with a pyramid scheme in his late teens, emphasizing that wealth building requires no shortcuts. He warned against schemes promising unusually high returns, noting that many continue to operate in India despite growing financial awareness. Kamath cautioned that making money in the…

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MTF hits record Rs 1.27 lakh crore as investors borrow more to buy stocks. Is it a ticking time bomb?

Indian investors are ramping up margin trading at a record pace, pushing the MTF book to an all-time high of Rs 1.27 lakh crore in May 2026, up 65.4% YoY, according to CareEdge Ratings. Despite stagnant market turnover and heavy FII outflows, leverage in equities continues to build, raising concerns…

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NSE IPO: Nithin Kamath explains why India has few businesses like this ‘cash generating machine’

In a post on X, formerly Twitter, Kamath described NSE as a "cash generation and distribution machine", noting that the exchange earned more than Rs 10,300 crore in profit in FY26 and distributed about Rs 8,660 crore as dividends, translating into a payout ratio of 84%.

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Zerodha's Nithin Kamath loses Rs 2.5 lakh after an employee sheds 30 kgs in a year; here's what happened

Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath lost a ₹2.5 lakh fitness bet to employee Rohit Agarwala, who successfully shed 30 kg in a year. Agarwala's transformation from 104 kg to 74.5 kg was motivated by a workplace challenge and a bet with colleagues, highlighting Zerodha's health-focused culture.

The Economic Times

Zerodha restarts referral programme; Nithin Kamath says over half of growth came through word of mouth

Zerodha has relaunched its referral program after receiving regulatory clarity, a move founder Nithin Kamath highlighted as a significant growth driver. Previously, nearly 30% of accounts were acquired through referrals, with the actual impact likely exceeding 50%. The reinstated program benefits both new and past referrers.

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Nithin Kamath says 30% Zerodha accounts now belong to women investors, double since Covid

Women are increasingly investing in India's stock market and mutual funds. Zerodha reports over 30% of its accounts are now held by women, a significant rise since the pandemic. Reports indicate women manage substantial mutual fund assets and are adopting diversified, long-term investment strategies. This trend shows a growing financial…

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Nithin Kamath is worried about Indian farmers; Zerodha CEO explains how Strait of Hormuz closure could seriously hurt everyone

Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath has warned about India’s heavy reliance on imported fertilisers and raw materials used in fertiliser production, calling it a major vulnerability for the country’s agriculture sector. Amid global supply chain disruptions and rising energy prices, Kamath stressed the urgent need to reduce this dependency. He also…

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'Inflation and unholy mess:' Why Nithin Kamath thinks RBI may not stay soft on interest rates

Nithin Kamath warned that a weak monsoon caused by El Niño and rising global oil prices linked to the Iran conflict could sharply increase inflation in India. He said higher food and fuel costs may force the RBI to raise interest rates, hurting growth and market sentiment.

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Nithin Kamath sounds alarm on rising MTF risks as leveraged bets surge despite flat markets

Nithin Kamath warned that surging Margin Trading Facility (MTF) exposure, fueled by aggressive leveraged bets in illiquid mid and small-cap stocks, poses a major systemic risk. He fears sharp market corrections could leave brokers unable to liquidate collateral, leading to significant bad debt.

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Nithin Kamath flags how painful it is for NRIs to invest in India; Ashish Kacholia, Shankar Sharma react

Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath highlighted the challenges NRIs face while investing in India, calling the process unnecessarily difficult despite strong diaspora interest. While Ashish Kacholia supported his concerns over regulatory friction and capital flow hurdles, veteran investor Shankar Sharma disagreed, describing the investment process for NRIs as smooth and seamless.

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Gold import duty hike in US may have led to insider trading, says Zerodha’s Nithin Kamath

Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath highlighted the tight regulation in Indian financial markets following a surprise import duty hike on gold and silver. He noted the absence of unusual trading activity before the announcement, contrasting it with potential scenarios in Western markets where privileged information might be exploited.

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South Central 24: Bengaluru's language row, Vice President’s allegations of SC overreach

In this episode, hosts Dhanya Rajendran, Pooja Prasanna, and Leena Reghunath are joined by The News Minute’s Anisha Sheth, comedian and writer Nithin Kamath and lawyer Suhrith Parthasarathy,

The Times of India

Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath's wife Seema Patil opens up on her battle with breast cancer

Seema Patil, wife of Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath, recently shared her battle with breast cancer on podcast- The Other Side. She talked about the cancer diagnosis and how her family helped her navigate through the difficult times.

The Times of India

Zerodha’s Nithin Kamath shares what fitness enthusiasts should do to avoid stroke/ heart attack

Nithin Kamath's recent revelation about his encounter with a "mild stroke" serves as a reminder of the balance required for maintaining heart and brain health. As the CEO of Zerodha, Kamath's journey from fitness enthusiast to stroke survivor underlines crucial lessons from medical experts on safeguarding cardiovascular and cognitive well-being.

The Times of India

Tata Memorial Hospital doctor urges public to not believe "influencers" on social media

Tata Memorial Hospital doctor has urged the public to not trust influencers on social media instead of visiting a doctor. Dr. Pramesh has tweeted about random suggestions made by the influencers that are harmful to human health.

The Times of India

Zerodha's Nithin Kamath reveals he had a stroke! Opens up on his health issues

Nithin Kamath, who is immensely popular on social media for his fitness and motivational videos and posts, made a shocking revelation on Monday. In a long post on Instagram, the Zerodha co-founder has revealed having suffered a mild stroke. The 44-year-old has shared pictures of him on a hospital bed…

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