From Tweets to Talks: Perplexity AI and Zerodha Eye Game-Changing Stock Market Partnership

Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath and Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas recently engaged in a short yet potentially impactful conversation on social media that may lead to collaboration in the financial technology sector.

The discussion began when a social media user, operating under the handle Prudent AI, suggested incorporating Indian stock market data into Perplexity’s AI-powered browser, Comet.

Aravind Srinivas responded to the post by tagging Kamath and asking, “Should we?” Kamath replied promptly, “Absolutely, setting up a call for Monday.”

Comet’s Potential Role in Financial Data Access

Comet, launched by Perplexity in July 2025, is an AI-native browser that blends traditional browsing with live, AI-enabled data interpretation and summarization tools. These capabilities make it well suited for analyzing financial data.

Although no official agreement has been announced, the public exchange indicates that discussions may soon take place.

Zerodha reportedly has around 12 million active users in India, and a partnership could allow enhanced access to Indian stock market data through Comet’s real-time features.

If implemented, this integration could offer Indian retail investors AI-driven insights and improved data accessibility, while expanding Comet’s coverage into one of the fastest-growing financial services markets globally.

Intersection of Finance and AI

Such a collaboration would represent a significant meeting point between India’s largest domestic brokerage and an AI search-engine company with global ambitions.

Currently, the Comet browser is available only by invitation, but Perplexity is expected to make it commercially available soon.

The Indian-origin CEO of Perplexity AI has also hinted at collaboration with Zerodha, saying he has spoken to both Nithin and Nikhil Kamath, the billionaire brothers behind India’s largest stockbroker.

His statement suggested that a major announcement could be forthcoming.

Background and Recent Developments

Srinivas’s comments come soon after his startup made an unsolicited $34.5 billion (over ₹3,02,152 crore) all-cash bid to acquire Google Chrome, according to Reuters.

Earlier that morning, Srinivas announced a finance-focused update within Perplexity AI.

“Indian stocks are now covered on Perplexity Finance,” he posted. In response, one X user asked, “Zerodha when?” The San Francisco-based CEO then hinted at the possibility, revealing he had already spoken to Zerodha’s co-founders. “Spoke to Nikhil and Nithin. Will have something to share soon,” he wrote.

How Perplexity Works

Perplexity is an AI-powered “answer engine,” combining elements of a search engine with a conversational chatbot.

Users can ask questions in natural language and receive responses supported by real-time web searches and source citations.

The potential integration with Zerodha is not without precedent—last week, a user on X suggested that Perplexity partner with Zerodha to bring Indian stock market data to Comet’s finance page.

Srinivas responded to that suggestion by tagging Kamath, leading to the short exchange that sparked collaboration speculation. Kamath’s reply—“Absolutely, setting up a call for Monday”—further fueled expectations.

Perplexity’s Bold Chrome Bid

Perplexity AI’s unsolicited $34.5 billion offer for Alphabet’s Chrome browser was made on Tuesday, aiming to gain access to billions of users crucial in the AI search competition. The bid was far above Perplexity’s own valuation, underscoring the scale of its ambition.

The company has a history of bold proposals. In January, Perplexity offered to merge with TikTok US in an effort to address U.S. concerns over the platform’s Chinese ownership.

What Could Be Next

While no formal agreement has been signed, the public nature of the conversation between Kamath and Srinivas signals genuine interest in collaboration.

If the partnership goes ahead, Indian retail investors could benefit from faster, AI-backed market data and analysis within Comet, and Perplexity could gain a stronger foothold in India’s rapidly expanding fintech space.

The coming weeks could reveal whether this brief social media exchange leads to a substantial partnership bridging India’s top brokerage with a rising global AI player.