Where Money Meets Momentum: Financial Leaders Set the Agenda at Money Expo India 2026

MUMBAI, India — Top financial executives, institutional investors, and retail market participants will assemble in Mumbai for Money Expo India 2026, scheduled to take place on August 29–30, 2026, at the Jio World Convention Centre.

Organized by HQMENA, the fifth annual gathering brings together over 120 corporate exhibitors and 100 industry speakers. The two-day event addresses operational shifts in domestic financial markets, highlighting advances in digital payment systems, automated online trading platforms, mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and emerging financial technology infrastructure.

Focus on Risk Management and Market Platform Infrastructure

The 2026 edition convenes amid regulatory adjustments and evolving trading dynamics in India's equity and derivatives markets. Key panel discussions and keynote sessions will examine risk mitigation strategies, leverage controls, and platform requirements demanded by active market participants.

Participants will also review structural developments across international financial centers, focusing on cross-border capital flows, foreign portfolio investment access, and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs).

Speaker Lineup and Key Industry Insights

The event features senior executives, economists, research heads, and technology specialists from major financial institutions:

• Prasanna Lohar, President, India Blockchain Forum

• Vijay Krishnamurthy, Managing Director & CEO, India International Exchange (India INX), GIFT City

• Niranjan Avasthi, President & Head of Product, Marketing and Digital, Edelweiss Mutual Fund

• Balakrishnan Ilango, Senior Innovation Manager, Analytics APAC, London Stock Exchange Group

• Dhiraj Nim, Economist and FX Strategist, Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ)

• Sanjiv Roy, Head of Affluent Banking, Wealth Management & Fee Products, RBL Bank

• Anindya Banerjee, Head of Research, FICC Desk, Kotak Securities

• Chandan Taparia, Head of Technical & Derivatives Research, Motilal Oswal Financial Services

• Saurabh Patwa, Head of Equities & Portfolio Manager, Quest Investment Management

• Aamar Deo Singh, Senior Vice President, Research, Angel One

• Kunal Bothra, SEBI-Registered Research Analyst and Market Technical Expert

Official Sources Section

• Event Organizer: Formal announcement published by HQMENA and Money Expo India.

• Venue Partner: Event scheduling records from the Jio World Convention Centre, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai.

• Regulatory Authorities: Public regulatory framework disclosures from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA)

• Exchange Operations: Updates from the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) and BSE Limited

Quote Section

"According to event organizers, the expo provides a direct platform for industry professionals, technology providers, and investors to engage beyond online channels, exchange market insights, and evaluate infrastructure standards shaping modern trading."

Why It Matters

India's retail and institutional trading landscape has experienced significant growth in digital participation alongside heightened regulatory oversight on derivatives and risk management. Money Expo India 2026 allows market infrastructure providers, discount brokerages, asset management companies, and fintech firms to showcase compliance-ready tools, assess market sentiment, and establish strategic partnerships across the South Asian financial sector.

Key Facts at a Glance

• Event Name: Money Expo India 2026 (5th Edition).

• Dates & Timing: August 29–30, 2026 | 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM IST.

• Venue: Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

• Scale: 120+ exhibitors, 100+ speakers, and thousands of trade visitors.

• Core Sectors: Equity Markets, Derivatives, Wealth Management, ETFs, Mutual Funds, and Fintech Innovations.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is Money Expo India 2026?

Money Expo India 2026 is an annual financial conference and trade exhibition that unites traders, investors, brokers, fintech companies, and financial institutions to discuss market strategies, technology, and wealth management solutions.

Q2: When and where is the conference taking place?

The event takes place on August 29–30, 2026, at the Jio World Convention Centre in Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Mumbai.

Q3: Who can attend Money Expo India 2026?

The expo is designed for retail investors, professional traders, fintech founders, institutional delegates, wealth managers, and financial analysts. Attendees must be 18 years of age or older.

Q4: Which core topics will be covered during the panel sessions?

Key topics include risk management in derivatives trading, digital broker selection criteria, algorithmic trading platforms, mutual fund allocation, blockchain applications, and cross-border finance at GIFT City.

Source: Money Expo India Official Portal | Jio World Convention Centre | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)