New Delhi, Oct. 1 -- Indian investors are gradually looking beyond traditional avenues such as fixed deposits, mutual funds, and domestic equities, and adding overseas stocks and crypto to their broader portfolios. The trends show how the diversification formula is evolving amid global opportunities and new investment products.

Bhavin Patel, Co-Founder and CEO of LenDenClub and Vartis Platforms, said the change is not simply about investors chasing higher returns. It also reflects a greater willingness to understand how different asset classes fit into their financial goals.

"The way Indians invest is changing. Earlier, for most people, the choices were largely around stocks, mutual funds or fixed deposits. Today, investors are becoming...