Anand Rathi Wealth
Now in the United Kingdom

Mr. Anand Rathi is the founder and the soul of the Anand Rathi Group. The Gold Medallist Chartered Accountant is a leading financial and investment expert in India and the broader South-East Asian region.

Before laying the foundation of the Anand Rathi Group, Mr. Rathi had an illustrious and fruitful career with the Aditya Birla Group. He was a core member and played a crucial role in shaping the flagship cement business of the group. Mr. Rathi had spearheaded the Aditya Birla Group's entry into various manufacturing and financial service sectors.

In 1999, Mr. Rathi was appointed President of the BSE (Bombay Stock Exchange) for two years, from April 1999 to 2001. The rapid expansion of BOLT (the BSE Online Trading System) during his tenure speaks volumes of his farsightedness. He also set up the Trade Guarantee Fund and played a vital role in establishing the Central Depository Services (CDS). The BSE had the honour of hosting President Bill Clinton, Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee, and many other dignitaries during his tenure as President.

He was a member of the Central Council of the ICAI (Institute of Chartered Accountants of India) during 1985–1991. He is a member of the Managing Committee of IMC and is associated with various social and philanthropic organisations. He is Chairman of Brahma Savitri Ved Vidyapeeth, Pushkar, a school teaching Yajurveda. He is associated with the protection and development of desi cows and is involved in the development of Panchgavya medicines based on cow urine and other cow products.

Mr Pradeep Gupta, the co-founder, is the fuel that runs the well-oiled Anand Rathi machinery spread across India. Starting with a family-owned textile business, Mr Gupta stepped into the financial world with Navratan Capital & Securities Pvt. Ltd. After scaling up the business, Mr Gupta later joined hands with Mr Anand Rathi to establish the Anand Rathi Group.

Over three decades of rich experience in the financial sector has provided Mr Gupta a unique insight into the working of the industry. He played an instrumental role in the success of the Institutional Broking and Investment Services arms of the group and remains the driving force behind the strong network of franchisees and branches across the country. Mr Gupta's sharp acumen has made him a trusted advisor for many. He is often seen sharing his distinctive views in the media and industry forums.

The Anand Rathi Group has been the recipient of several prestigious awards under the leadership of Mr Gupta. Mr. Gupta is also an active member of Rotary Club of Mumbai. Membership of Jaipur Stock Exchange and later of National Stock Exchange. Mr Gupta is an alumni of Harvard Business School.

Rakesh Rawal joined Anand Rathi Wealth Limited as the Chief Executive Officer in 2007. Having led the organisation for over 19 years, he is one of the longest-standing CEOs in the wealth management industry.

Under his guidance, the organisation has grown to an AUM of ₹93,037+ Crores with over 13,395+ client families. In 2021, Anand Rathi Wealth Limited became India's first pure-play wealth management firm to be listed on the National Stock Exchange and the Bombay Stock Exchange.

He has over four decades of experience in the consumer products, engineering, banking, and private wealth industries.

He has previously worked with Hindustan Unilever (HUL) and Deutsche Bank. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kanpur, and a Master's in Management Studies from Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies.

He has also been featured in several business newspapers and channels. He drives the organisation's culture, and under his mentorship, Anand Rathi Wealth has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for eight consecutive years.

As Joint CEO, Feroze Azeez drives the company's strategic direction, shaping Anand Rathi Wealth Limited's growth while strengthening a leadership team committed to disciplined execution. His focus remains clear and objective-driven, ensuring the organisation continues to build long-term value for clients through an uncomplicated and data-backed approach.

Under his leadership, Anand Rathi Wealth has evolved into one of India's leading wealth firms, catering to high and ultra-high-net-worth individuals through a differentiated, objective-driven approach. The company operates across 18+ cities in India, with an international presence in Dubai and the United Kingdom, and has received FCA approval for Anand Rathi Wealth (UK) Ltd, strengthening its global footprint with a team of over 1,289 professionals. The firm today oversees more than ₹93,037 crores in assets under management (AUM) and over ₹1,85,000 crores in assets under influence (AUI), reflecting the scale and consistency of its growth.

With over two decades of experience in banking and financial services, Feroze has built deep expertise in private wealth. He works closely with large business families and senior professionals, combining analytical rigour with a strong understanding of evolving wealth goals. He also oversees significant treasury responsibilities and one of the largest derivatives books in the country, reflecting his strength in structured risk frameworks.

One of his most notable contributions to the industry has been the application of derivatives as a structured risk management tool within Non-Principal-Protected Structured Products. He has designed 3,989 series of such structures, of which 1,656 have matured with a weighted average IRR of 14.8 percent. Approximately 95 percent of these matured series have delivered the intended coupon outcomes. Today, Anand Rathi Wealth holds a 40 percent market share in this segment, reflecting the depth of its process-driven execution.

Feroze strongly believes that financial awareness is foundational to long-term wealth creation. He has conducted over 2,500 investor education engagements across leading business channels including CNBC TV18, CNBC Asia, Zee Business, CNBC Awaaz, ET Now, NDTV Profit, ET Now Swadesh, and Moneycontrol, featured as a guest on numerous Podcasts, along with extensive contributions to print publications. His consistent presence across media platforms reflects his commitment to clarity over noise in investing.

He was featured in Fortune India's 40 Under 40 Class of 2019, becoming the only representative from the financial services industry that year. He is also a TED speaker and a recipient of multiple recognitions, including the Most Innovative Leader Award in 2020, at the India Business Leader of the Year by World Congress Leadership and Awards, the Corporate Excellence Award by Amity School of International Business in 2019, and the Young Alumni Award 2024 at The Indian Management Conclave.

Feroze's leadership philosophy is rooted in disciplined thinking, fearless investment principles, and a structured process that aligns capital with clearly defined wealth goals.