A Conceptual Framework on Merchant Banking with Reference to India

Nayana K S

Abstract: Merchant banking services contributes to any country's economic growth by serving as a source of finances and information for firms in various ways. Due to the rapid growth of the Indian economy, merchant banking services in India are essential. These financial institutions serve as corporate advisory organizations, assisting firms in making sound financial decisions. The need for merchant banking services in India stems from the country's high degree of industrialisation. Merchant banking began in the early twentieth century in the United Kingdom and the United States. Recently, the services provided by Merchant Banks have expanded into additional sectors of activity. Their job is broad, and they supply the majority of the financial products required by a business, covering practically all areas of creating and operating industrial units on strong financial foothold. Merchant Banking is essential for business growth and expansion. It helps companies raise capital, expand into new markets, and manage risks effectively. This paper investigates the development of merchant banking in India, with an emphasis on its history, functions, registration requirements and progress. This paper is devoted to outlining the functioning of merchant banking and the way it is monitored by the SEBI.

Keywords: Merchant Banking, Indian Economy, SEBI

How to Cite?: Nayana K S, "A Conceptual Framework on Merchant Banking with Reference to India", Volume 14 Issue 11, November 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1700-1703, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR251122095216, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR251122095216