Abhishek Tiwari has taken the helm as Chief Executive Officer of PGIM India Asset Management Company, marking a strategic shift for the investment firm as it looks to strengthen its position in India’s growing mutual fund market. With over two decades of experience in asset management, Tiwari arrives at PGIM India AMC following significant leadership roles across global and domestic financial institutions.

In his previous tenure as Head of Equity and Thematic Investments at Axis Mutual Fund, Tiwari built a robust portfolio strategy, driving consistent returns and innovating investment processes in India’s equity landscape. His earlier experience includes stints at Deutsche Investors, HSBC Asset Management, and BNP Paribas, where he managed multi-asset portfolios and focused on optimized fund performance.

At PGIM India AMC, Tiwari inherits a diverse franchise that caters to institutional clients, retail investors, and high-net-worth individuals. His immediate focus is expected to be on core equity growth, widening product offerings, and intensifying digital engagement through data analytics and AI-driven insights. The firm is also likely to explore specialized investment themes such as ESG, passive funds, and fintech-led distribution.

Under Tiwari’s leadership, PGIM India AMC aims to elevate its competitive edge by aligning closer with evolving investor preferences, deepening advisory relationships, and scaling operational capabilities, including risk management and regulatory compliance. He is also expected to strengthen capabilities in India’s booming alternatives and retirement solutions space.

Industry observers see his appointment as a timely move in a rapidly expanding market, where mutual fund assets under management are nearing ₹50 lakh crore. With investors demanding innovation, transparency, and customized advice, Tiwari’s background in strategic fund management and retail equity positioning is viewed as an asset that could drive growth and differentiation.

Tiwari will report directly to PGIM India’s Board and Executive Committee, as he begins implementing initiatives to boost institutional success and broaden reach among Indian investors. His arrival underscores PGIM India AMC’s renewed commitment to leadership excellence, product innovation, and technology-driven asset management.

As Tiwari charts his vision, PGIM India AMC is set to embark on its next chapter—leveraging deep market insight, digital transformation, and disciplined investment strategies to capture emerging opportunities in India’s evolving financial ecosystem.