RBI Monetary Policy Committee Meeting: Dates, Time, Streams, and Expert Expectations   The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) upcoming Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting is scheduled to take place from December 6 to December 8, 2023. RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das will lead the committee discussions and announce the committee’s decision on the morning of December 8. Determining the policy repo rate, which aims to achieve the targeted inflation rate while considering growth objectives, is the […]

Services Sector Activity in India Hits 1-Year Low on Slower Order Growth and Output: PMI Report   India’s services sector experienced a decline in growth in November, reaching a one-year low due to slower expansions in new work intakes and output. Despite receding price pressures, the seasonally adjusted S&P Global India Services Business Activity Index dropped from 58.4 in October to 56.9 in November, reflecting a month-on-month decline. However, the rate of expansion remained stronger […]

The Risks of Retail Investors in Futures and Options: Why Staying Away is Safer   Introduction In today’s equity markets, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is becoming increasingly concerned about high retail participation in the derivatives segment. SEBI Chairperson, Madhabi Puri Buch, recently expressed her confusion and surprise regarding the continued interest of individuals in futures and options trading, considering the unfavorable odds involved. It is evident that many new participants have […]

When the tail wags the dog: Understanding Futures and Options Introduction The National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) offer various segments for investing and trading, including capital markets, equities, futures and options, currencies, and commodities. In this article, we will explore the world of Futures and Options (F&O) trading, its concerns, and potential curbs to rein in the frenzy. The Rise in Options Volumes and Sebi’s Concern Despite facing significant losses, retail […]

SEBI Board Clears the Way for Small and Medium REITs   The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has made a series of decisions that will have a significant impact on the country’s securities market. SEBI has now greenlighted small and medium REITs, and the SSE, a social stock exchange. Additionally, SEBI will provide exemptions to certain types of Alternative Investment Funds that are currently mandated to dematerialize their units. Provision for Small and […]