📉 Survey Flags Challenges in India's Debt Market ✅ Equity vs. Debt Market: While India’s equity market has expanded post-pandemic, its debt market remains underdeveloped. ✅ Corporate Bond Issuance: ₹7.3 lakh crore worth of bonds were issued between April-December 2024, yet corporate bonds account for just 18% of GDP (compared to 80% in Korea, 36% in China). ✅ Limited Retail Participation: Most bonds are issued via private placements, restricting retail investor access. ✅ Key Challenges: High entry costs, information asymmetry, and lack of a secondary market hinder liquidity and growth. 🔔 Strengthening the debt market is crucial for financial stability and long-term economic growth!