StockGro Raises $13 Million to Scale SEBI-Registered Investment Advisory Platform
Fri Dec 19 2025
Bengaluru-based fintech startup StockGro has raised $13 million in a fresh funding round as it looks to scale its SEBI-registered investment advisory and financial education platform across India.
The round was led by BITKRAFT Ventures, with continued participation from existing investors. This fundraise follows StockGro’s earlier Series B round and further strengthens the company’s balance sheet as it expands in India’s rapidly growing retail investing ecosystem.
What StockGro Does
Founded in 2020 by Ajay Lakhotia, StockGro operates at the intersection of financial education, regulated advisory, and community-driven investing.
The platform connects retail investors with SEBI-registered market professionals, offering a compliant alternative to informal stock tips, social media speculation, and unverified financial advice.
Through StockGro, users can:
- Access insights and guidance from SEBI-registered experts
- Learn investing concepts through interactive educational content
- Use AI-powered tools for stock research and market analysis
- Participate in a regulated, community-based investing environment
StockGro’s core mission is to help both new and experienced investors make informed, research-backed decisions while staying aligned with regulatory norms.
How the Funding Will Be Used
StockGro plans to deploy the fresh capital across multiple growth initiatives, including:
- Expanding its presence across key Indian markets
- Strengthening its network of registered advisors and research contributors
- Investing in AI-driven research and analytics capabilities
- Enhancing product features and overall user experience
- Building partnerships with educational institutions and ecosystem players
A key focus area will be scaling AI-powered tools that simplify equity research and improve decision-making for retail investors.
Why Investors Are Betting on StockGro
India has seen a sharp rise in retail investor participation, driven by:
- Increased digital access to markets
- Growing financial awareness among younger users
- The rise of low-cost trading platforms and mobile-first investing
However, this growth has also highlighted risks around misinformation and unregulated advice. Investors view StockGro’s expert-led, compliance-first model as a strong differentiator in a crowded fintech space where trust, transparency, and regulation matter deeply.
By combining education, technology, and SEBI compliance, StockGro positions itself as a long-term platform rather than a short-term trading app.
The Bigger Picture: Regulated Fintech Takes Center Stage
As India’s retail investor base continues to expand, demand for credible guidance and structured financial learning is expected to grow alongside it.
StockGro’s latest funding round reflects broader investor confidence in fintech platforms that:
- Prioritize financial literacy
- Operate within clear regulatory frameworks
- Use technology and AI to scale responsibly
With fresh capital in place, StockGro is positioning itself to play a larger role in shaping how Indian investors learn about, evaluate, and participate in capital markets.
Conclusion
StockGro’s $13 million funding round underscores a growing shift in Indian fintech—from rapid user acquisition toward trust-led, compliant growth. As retail investing becomes mainstream, platforms that blend regulation, education, and technology are likely to emerge as category leaders.
StockGro’s next phase will test whether this approach can scale nationally while maintaining credibility, quality, and investor confidence.
Fri Dec 19 2025
