Your Gateway to Global Capital and Investment
Welcome to Startup Solicitors LLP at the GIFT City Capital Markets Hub. This revolutionary platform allows Indian companies to access global capital directly and provides foreign investors with unprecedented ease of access to Indian securities. We specialize in the full spectrum of capital market activities, from guiding companies through a direct listing on the international exchanges to helping fund managers establish Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) and advising brokers on setting up their trading operations.
A Guide to GIFT City's Capital Markets Ecosystem
Whether you're a company looking to raise capital, a fund manager, or a broker, GIFT City offers a streamlined pathway to the global markets.
- For Fund Managers (AIFs): We guide you through the process of setting up an Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) in GIFT IFSC, from structuring the fund (as a company, trust, or LLP) to registering with the IFSCA as a fund manager.
- For Companies (Direct Listing): We provide end-to-end advisory for Indian public companies looking to directly list their shares on the IFSC exchanges, a groundbreaking reform that allows for raising capital in foreign currency.
- For Companies (Debt Listing): We assist corporates in listing their debt securities, such as Masala bonds and GMTNs, on the international exchanges to tap into global debt capital.
- For Brokers & Intermediaries: We manage the licensing process for setting up as a broker-dealer or portfolio manager to operate on the India INX and NSE IFSC platforms.
The market framework in GIFT City is designed to be efficient, investor-friendly, and on par with the best international financial centers.
- IFSCA's Capital Market Regulations: The IFSCA provides a comprehensive set of regulations for listing, trading, clearing, and fund management, ensuring a well-regulated market.
- Segregated Nominee Account (SNA) Structure: This key innovation allows foreign investors to trade through brokers without direct registration, functioning like an omnibus structure and ensuring ease of access.
- Diverse Product Offerings: The exchanges offer a wide range of products, including Indian and global stock derivatives, the popular GIFT Nifty contracts, currency derivatives, and debt securities.
- Simplified Access for FPIs: Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) benefit from simplified access, with no requirement for a separate PAN or Indian bank account to trade in the IFSC.
The capital markets ecosystem is supported by a robust infrastructure of exchanges, depositories, and clearing corporations.
- India INX (BSE) & NSE IFSC: The two international stock exchanges that offer a 22-hour trading window, overlapping with market times in Asia, Europe, and the US.
- India International Depository IFSC Ltd (IIDI): The single depository in GIFT City that holds all securities in dematerialized form, ensuring security and efficiency.
- International Clearing Corporations: These entities act as the central counterparty for all trades, guaranteeing settlement and removing counterparty risk.
- Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs): A growing ecosystem of venture capital, private equity, and hedge funds that provide deep liquidity and investment opportunities.
GIFT City offers a powerful suite of tax incentives that make it a highly competitive jurisdiction for capital market activities.
- Tax Holiday for AIFs & Intermediaries: Fund managers and stockbrokers enjoy a 100% tax exemption on their business income for 10 out of 15 years.
- Tax Exemption for Investors: Non-resident investors are exempt from capital gains tax on the transfer of specified securities, including derivatives and debt instruments.
- Incentives for Listed Companies: Indian companies that list on the IFSC exchanges can benefit from a concessional tax regime.
- No Transaction Taxes: A major advantage is the complete waiver of Securities Transaction Tax (STT) and Commodity Transaction Tax (CTT) on all trades executed on the IFSC exchanges.
Our experts help you navigate these incentives to ensure your capital market operations are highly cost-efficient and profitable.
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Key Questions for GIFT Capital Markets
Get clear answers to common questions about listing, investing, and fund management in GIFT City.
What is the "direct listing" for Indian companies in GIFT City?
Direct listing allows eligible Indian public companies to list their shares directly on the international stock exchanges in GIFT City (India INX, NSE IFSC). This is a major change, as previously they could only access foreign markets through depository receipts (ADRs/GDRs). It allows them to raise capital directly in foreign currency from global investors.
How does setting up an AIF in GIFT City differ from setting one up in mainland India?
The key differences are: 1) AIFs in GIFT City are regulated by the IFSCA, not SEBI. 2) They can raise capital from non-residents in foreign currency. 3) They enjoy a 10-year tax holiday on their management and performance fees. 4) Investors in the AIF also receive significant tax benefits on their returns. This makes it a much more tax-efficient and flexible structure for global funds.
What is the "GIFT Nifty" and why is it significant?
The GIFT Nifty is the new identity for the popular SGX Nifty derivatives contract, which has now been fully shifted to the NSE IFSC exchange in GIFT City. Its significance is massive: it brings the entire trading volume and liquidity of Nifty derivatives, previously offshore in Singapore, onshore to India. This allows global investors to trade India's flagship index from a hub within India, operating 21 hours a day.
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