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SEBI Launches Saarthi 2.0: Personal Finance App For Investors

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Updated: 28-01-2025 at 6:49 AM

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SEBI Launches Saarthi 2.0: Personal Finance App For Investors

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced the Saarthi 2.0 app, a major update to its existing investor education platform. This mobile application is designed to assist investors in understanding and managing their finances more effectively. With tools and resources focused on simplifying complex financial concepts, Saarthi 2.0 is now available for download.

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Evolution Of The Saarthi App

The initial version of the Saarthi app was launched in January 2022, aiming to engage a growing audience of investors who increasingly conduct financial transactions through mobile devices. Building on the success of the original app, the new Saarthi 2.0 app by SEBI introduces several enhancements that make it more user-friendly.

Major Highlights Of The Saarthi 2.0 App By SEBI

The Saarthi 2.0 mobile app includes elements essential for financial planning:

  1. Financial Calculators: These calculators help investors make informed financial decisions by providing quick and accurate calculations on various financial scenarios.

  2. Educational Modules: The SEBI app offers detailed guides on important topics, like, Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures, mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and the process of buying and selling shares on stock exchanges.

  3. Investor Protection Information: The app provides valuable insights into the investor grievance redressal mechanism and the Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) platform, ensuring that investors are well informed about their rights and protections.

  4. Educational Videos: A range of videos is available within the app to guide investors in personal finance planning, making complex concepts more accessible.

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The Importance Of Trusted Information

SEBI has emphasised the need for reliable, unbiased, and objective investment information. This is especially true in an era where social media can sometimes mislead or confuse investors. with biassed content. The Saarthi 2.0 app aims to address this issue by offering a trusted source of information that investors can rely on to make sound financial decisions.

Ananth Narayan G, a whole-time member of SEBI, highlighted the dynamic nature of the content within the app, which is regularly updated to keep pace with evolving market conditions. SEBI also encourages public feedback to further refine the app, ensuring it continues to serve the needs of investors effectively.

SEBI's Stance Against Finfluencers

SEBI has been actively working to mitigate the influence of social media influencers who provide financial advice, often without adequate expertise or regulatory oversight. The regulator has issued guidelines for companies going public, requiring them to advise investors against relying on influencers for investment decisions.

SEBI's efforts underscore the importance of accessing reliable information, which is central to the mission of the Saarthi 2.0 app.

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Conclusion

Saarthi 2.0 represents SEBI's commitment to uplift investors with the knowledge and tools they need to manage their finances effectively. With its user-friendly interface and comprehensive features, the Saarthi 2.0 mobile app is set to become an essential tool for both new and experienced investors.

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