Young Turks Reloaded: Ep 2 | Zerodha Journey: Nikhil Kamath Podcast | N18V | CNBC TV18

In this podcast episode of Young Turks Reloaded, we delve into Zerodha’s remarkable journey, from its serendipitous beginnings to becoming a ₹8,000 crore fintech giant, all while remaining bootstrapped and avoiding external capital. The discussion explores how Zerodha’s founders prioritized ideology and direction over conventional paths to success, focusing on efficiency, innovation, and sustainability. The pandemic marked a pivotal growth moment, helping shape their evolving fintech vision, transitioning from serving traders to building a broader, community-oriented platform. The podcast also covers Zerodha’s unique stance on IPOs, where the firm emphasizes freedom and innovation over raising capital through public listing. Regulatory challenges, particularly in India’s private market investments, have driven their philosophy of long-term thinking and compliance, ensuring resilience in the face of changing regulations. Additionally, Zerodha’s thoughtful approach to AI and technology is ex