$375K.. Investing platforms need a reset says Finvasia CEO

Challenges Facing Retail Investors

Retail investing is more accessible than ever, yet many individual investors face uncertain outcomes. The proliferation of trading platforms alongside increasingly complex financial markets raises questions about the alignment of brokerage models with investors' long-term goals.

A Call for Change

Virk believes the current structure of many investing platforms rewards activity over discipline, creating conflicts of interest that hinder long-term wealth creation. He advocates for a rethink of brokerage and investing infrastructure, focusing on how they are built, regulated, and incentivized.

A Global Perspective

With a background in Wall Street hedge funds and managing multi-billion-dollar portfolios, Virk has shifted his focus to building technology-led businesses through Finvasia Group. Operating across Europe, India, Africa, North America, Australia, and the GCC, the group spans multiple sectors including fintech, healthtech, real estate, and digital infrastructure.

Upcoming Initiatives and UAE Expansion

Finvasia is set to launch a new platform aimed at making international markets accessible to investors globally. With a focus on the UAE as a strategic hub, the group has secured regulatory licenses to expand its services in the region.

Aligning Incentives

Highlighting the misalignment in current platforms, Virk uses his personal experience to illustrate the disconnect between platform incentives and investor success. He stresses that trading platforms often prioritize activity, much like a gym benefiting from injuries, over disciplined investing.

A Vision for the Future

For Virk, success means creating an investment ecosystem that aligns incentives with investor outcomes and operates under a fairer structure. The ultimate goal is to remove conflicts of interest, focusing on long-term prosperity rather than short-term revenue.