A Legacy of Trust – HDFC Securities Celebrates 25 Years in Stock Broking

        A Legacy of Trust – HDFC Securities             Celebrates 25 Years in Stock Broking

 

·         Introduces 25 transformative investment recommendations focused on sustainable growth, in line with the rigorous standards set by HDFC Securities

 

·         Launches CSR Initiative ‘Know Your Money’ - Aiming to enhance financial literacy across India

 

o   Partners with Wagons Skill Foundation, empowHER Foundation, and Access Livelihoods Foundation as implementing partners

 

o   Goal to Impact 25 million Individuals by Targeting underserved communities across the country to foster comprehensive financial literacy for all

 

Mumbai, April 25, 2025: HDFC Securities, one of India’s leading stockbrokers, proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary in the stock broking industry. Over the years, the company has transformed from one of India’s first traditional stock broking firms into a digital-first investment platform fueled by innovation. Throughout this journey, HDFC Securities has made strategic investments in technology and customer experience, exemplified by the launch of the InvestRight app and HDFC Sky—a mobile-first discount broking platform designed specifically for young, digitally savvy investors.

Since its inception in 2000, HDFC Securities has experienced remarkable growth, consistently reaching new milestones. The company’s brokerage income has soared to an all-time high of Rs. 1,260 Crore, a significant increase from approximately Rs. 3.5 Crore when it first began. Similarly, Total Income has shown impressive growth, closing the financial year at Rs. 3,265 Crore, compared to Rs. 7.7 Crore 25 years ago.

 

The organization has also achieved significant and consistent improvement in its bottom line, with Profit After Tax reaching a record level of Rs. 1,125 Crore and Earnings Per Share (EPS) hitting an all-time high of 638. The total customer base has grown steadily over the past 25 years, now reaching 6.8 million. Customer centricity has been a central theme in HDFC Securities' growth story. The company has shifted its focus from expanding its physical presence with 134 branches as of March 31, 2025, down from 278 branches as of March 31, 2019, to deepening relationships and enhancing customer engagement. This has been made possible by increasing its workforce to 3,647, primarily in relationship management, and investing in resilient technology, innovation, and digital solutions to better service its customers.

 

In line with its commitment to democratizing investment opportunities in India, HDFC Securities is excited to announce the release of a significant report capturing 25 Transformative Investment Ideas. This comprehensive document underscores the company’s dedication to empowering investors and fostering financial growth across the nation.

 

Within its pages, the report presents a meticulously curated selection of 25 stock picks from an expansive universe of approximately 250 stocks, specifically chosen for their robust growth potential and sustainability over the next 3–5 years. HDFC Securities emphasizes a rigorous selection process that prioritizes balance sheet quality, management integrity, and corporate governance, ensuring that each recommendation is well-diversified across various sectors and market capitalizations to mitigate concentration risk.

 

Furthermore, on the occasion HDFC Securities also announced the launch of its flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, “Know Your Money”. This groundbreaking program is dedicated to empowering millions of Indians by promoting financial literacy and inclusion, particularly among underserved communities. With a blend of impactful education, awareness campaigns, and innovative digital tools, “Know Your Money” aims to cultivate financial resilience and elevate financial awareness throughout the nation.

 

“In this report, which highlights 25 key stocks, we aim to provide a valuable resource for investors seeking to seize long-term growth opportunities that are in line with India's economic trajectory. This effort also reflects HDFC Securities' commitment to guiding our clients towards a prosperous financial future,” stated Mr. Dhiraj Relli, MD & CEO of HDFC Securities.

 

“At HDFC Securities, we recognize that financial literacy is the cornerstone of financial empowerment and through our initiative ‘Know Your Money’, we are dedicated to bridging the gap in financial understanding and inclusion. We strive to equip individuals with the essential knowledge and tools necessary to make informed financial decisions. This initiative underscores our commitment to fostering a financially resilient India and making a meaningful impact in communities across the country.” added, Mr. Relli.

 

The ‘Know Your Money’ initiative comprises a comprehensive financial literacy program, available both online and offline, covering fundamental topics such as banking, investing, and retirement planning. To effectively implement this initiative, HDFC Securities has forged partnerships with three esteemed organizations viz. Wagons Skill Foundation, empowHER Foundation, and Access Livelihoods Foundation. Wagons Skill Foundation has developed a state-of-the-art app and web-based Learning Management System (LMS) to promote financial literacy on a national scale. empowHER Foundation has been instrumental in on-ground activation in Maharashtra, training over 1,000 teachers across 500 schools. These teachers will impart specially curated financial literacy programs in classrooms across the state. Additionally, Access Livelihoods Foundation is spearheading community-based interventions, aiming to train over 300 ‘Digital Sakhis’ to educate more than 1 million individuals across various states.

 

Since its launch in January 2025, ‘Know Your Money’ has achieved remarkable milestones. Financial literacy modules are now available in 10 Indian languages, including both Hindi and English. The financial inclusion app has been successfully rolled out, and ground efforts have already reached over 50,000 students in government schools, with plans to expand outreach to 250,000 individuals in the next fiscal year. The initiative aspires to impact on the lives of 25 million people across the country.

 

About HDFC securities:

HDFC Securities, a subsidiary of HDFC Bank, is one of India's leading stockbrokers, with 25 years of expertise in the Indian equity market. Serving over 6.8 million customers in over 100 cities, the company operates a robust network of more than 130 branches. HDFC Securities provides a comprehensive range of investment products and trading services tailored to meet diverse financial needs. Over its 25-year history, HDFC Securities has played a crucial role in empowering investors with more than 30 distinct financial solutions. These offerings include equities, gold, mutual funds, currency derivatives, non-convertible debentures (NCDs), fixed deposits, bonds, basket investing, global investing, and acts as a distributor of the National Pension System (NPS), each designed to align with various investment goals. Dedicated to providing seamless and future-ready trading experiences, HDFC Securities features cutting-edge platforms such as InvestRight and HDFC SKY (discount broking), along with mobile apps, a user-friendly website, Integrated Trading Solutions (ITS), and ProTerminal. In addition, HSL Prime Research offers best-in-class investment opportunities, backed by comprehensive fundamental and technical analysis conducted by a team of seasoned analysts, many of whom have been with HDFC Securities for over a decade. The company has also launched its investment advisory service, HDFC TRU, focusing on high-net-worth individuals (HNIs), ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNIs), family offices, and treasury clients. HDFC Securities also maintains a strong social media presence, proactively sharing market updates and educational content to promote financial literacy. The company engages with its audience through platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. For more information, visit www.hdfcsec.com.