Core Insights - Indian investors are primarily focused on domestic stocks but are increasingly interested in investing in US companies like Google, Tesla, NVIDIA, and Meta, as highlighted during the 'Mint Horizons' event [1] Investment Methods - **Domestic Brokers**: Investors can open accounts with platforms that partner with US brokers, allowing for convenient access to US stocks, though this often incurs high currency conversion fees from INR to USD [2] - **Foreign Brokers**: Direct investment through international platforms like TD Ameritrade and Interactive Brokers is available, but typically requires a high minimum investment, making it suitable for affluent investors [3] - **GIFT City Platforms**: GIFT brokers are emerging as a popular option for retail investors seeking US market access, with recent offerings like a NASDAQ ETF launched by Marcellus Investment Managers to cater to this demand [4] - **Mutual Funds**: Indian mutual funds, including ETFs and Fund of Funds that invest in US stocks or indices such as NASDAQ or S&P 500, provide a more accessible investment route for Indian investors [4] Examples of Indian US-Focused Funds - Notable funds include: - Motilal Oswal Nasdaq 100 ETF - Aditya Birla Sun Life NASDAQ 100 Fund of Funds - Axis NASDAQ 100 Fund of Funds - Edelweiss US Technology Equity Fund of Funds - Mirae Asset S&P 500 Top 50 ETF Fund of Funds - Kotak Nasdaq 100 Fund of Funds [5]

Core Message - The importance of global diversification in investment strategies is emphasized, highlighting that limiting investments to India may result in missed opportunities and safety nets [1][17]. Investment Strategies - Financial experts at Mint Horizons discussed practical tips for finding global investment opportunities, particularly through GIFT City, India's new financial hub [2][4]. - Saurabh Mukherjea pointed out the low correlation between Indian and US markets, suggesting a portfolio allocation of 60% in India and 40% in dollar-based assets for average Indian investors [3]. GIFT City Developments - GIFT City is emerging as a key gateway for Indian and global investors to access overseas assets efficiently, supported by regulatory and product innovations [4][5]. - Marcellus Investment Managers launched a NASDAQ ETF in GIFT City, enabling corporates to invest up to half of their net worth abroad under the new Overseas Portfolio Investment regime [5]. Fund Offerings - PPFAS has established a Foreign Portfolio Investor retail license in GIFT City, allowing for the launch of globally diversified portfolios [6]. - DSP Mutual Fund introduced a retail fund in GIFT City with a minimum investment of $5,000, aiming for long-term dollar returns of 12-13% [7]. Unique Investment Opportunities - Investing internationally allows access to asset classes unavailable in India, such as gold mining, as highlighted by Vivek Iyer [9][10]. - Dharmendra Jain discussed a bottom-up approach to a Global Innovation Fund, with significant exposure to the US and Far East markets [11]. Emerging Markets - Aashish P Somaiyaa presented a case for investing in emerging markets outside India, noting a correlation of 0.6 with Indian markets, which can complement Indian investments [12]. Digital Platforms and Taxation - Digital platforms are simplifying the process of international investments, with expectations of a significant increase in the number of investors in the coming years [14][15]. - Taxation structures for investments routed through GIFT City are favorable, with potential tax-free benefits for investments made from jurisdictions like Dublin [16].