Accountability in Financial Markets: SEBI’s Revised Regulations on Accountability Institutions to Bear the Cost of Technical Glitches Introduction Have you ever wondered who is accountable when investors cannot buy or redeem securities due to technical glitches in stock markets or depository systems? According to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) regulations, these institutions hold the responsibility and face financial disincentives for such disruptions. SEBI’s Revised Regulations on Accountability Key Highlights Institutional Accountability: SEBI […]

Record-Breaking IPO Surge in September: Key Insights and Trends September is set to be the busiest month for initial public offerings (IPOs) in 14 years, as highlighted in the recent Reserve Bank of India (RBI) bulletin released on September 20. According to the data, over 28 companies have entered Dalal Street, encompassing both the mainboard and small and medium enterprise (SME) segments. Overview of the IPO Surge Record-Breaking Month: September is on track to be […]

Navigating the Bureaucratic Labyrinth of Unclaimed Shares in India A Grueling Journey For Ashita Awasthy, reclaiming her father’s long-forgotten shares has been an arduous journey marked by significant delays and bureaucratic hurdles. The shares, purchased in the 1990s and discovered in 2015, have faced numerous obstacles en route to recovery. Held in her name and her mother’s, these shares have languished for decades due to inefficiencies within the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF), ensnaring […]

SEBI Accelerates Bonus Share Trading Under T+2 Timeline Introduction Beginning October 1, 2023, bonus shares will be available for T+2 trading, significantly reducing the time from the record date for credit and trading. This initiative by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the bonus share issuance process. Overview of SEBI’s Circular In a recent circular, SEBI announced the acceleration of the bonus issue process for […]

Sebi Tweaks Entry and Exit Rules for Stocks in Derivatives Segment: A Comprehensive Overview Estabizz Fintech Pvt Ltd brings to light the crucial alterations the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has initiated regarding the entry and exit norms for stocks in the derivatives segment. Amidst a changing financial landscape, Sebi’s decision signifies a pivotal shift aimed at fortifying market integrity and ensuring that only stocks with substantial market depth and quality participate in […]