<h1>Regulatory Changes Boost Transparency and Investor Confidence in Retirement Mutual Funds</h1> Regulatory enhancements in transparency and investor protection have significantly increased investor confidence in mutual funds as retirement investment options. Over the past five years, assets under management in retirement mutual funds grew by over 226%, reaching approximately Rs 31,973 crore by mid-2025. The number of investor accounts also rose by more than 18%, reflecting heightened awareness of financial planning and retirement corpus building. These retirement funds typically invest in a mix of debt and equity to balance wealth growth and income stability. Positive market outlooks have further driven inflows into equity mutual funds, making them attractive for long-term retirement planning.