New Delhi, March 21 -- "This stock will make you rich!" "Invest Rs.10,000 today and turn it into Rs.1 lakh!" If you've scrolled through Instagram or YouTube, you've likely come across such bold claims from financial influencers or 'finfluencers'.

They promise riches, financial freedom, and market secrets-all in under a minute. But behind the flashy thumbnails and viral videos, how much of this investment advice is actually credible?

A new report by the CFA Institute exposes the risks, misinformation, and hidden agendas shaping India's growing influencer economy as millions turn to social media for financial guidance.

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The March 2025 report reveal...