SEBI to Propose New Delisting Rules to Enhance Transparency and Trust in the Stock Market   Introduction The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is set to propose a review of its regulations for delisting stocks to ensure transparency and trust in the stock market. During a recent conference, Sebi chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch announced that a consultation paper has already been circulated, and the board will discuss the proposal in its next meeting. […]

Role of SEBI in Balancing Development, Regulation, and Investor Protection   The Challenge of Balancing Three Ends The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) plays a crucial role in maintaining a delicate equilibrium between regulating and developing markets while safeguarding investor interests, according to Amarjeet Singh, a whole-time member of Sebi. During his speech at the Gatekeepers of Governance event, Singh compared Sebi’s role to that of a trapeze artist walking on a thin […]

SEBI Simplifies Norms to Access Unclaimed Amount in REITs, InvITs, Debt Securities   Introduction: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced detailed procedures for dealing with unclaimed funds of investors lying with entities having listed non-convertible securities, REITs and InvITs. SEBI has also put in place a mechanism for claiming such unclaimed amounts by investors. The new framework will become effective from March 1, 2024, according to two circulars released by SEBI. […]

SEBI to Review Delisting Process and Insider Trading Norms in Upcoming Meeting: Madhabi Puri Buch   Market regulator, SEBI, set to discuss changes in delisting regulations and insider trading norms in its next meeting, according to Madhabi Puri Buch, the chairperson of the board. The meeting, scheduled for December or January, will address potential amendments and improvements to enhance transparency and trust in the stock market. Read on to learn about the proposed changes and […]

SEBI Chairperson Cautions Investors Against Heavy F&O Bets   Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) chairperson, Madhabi Puri Buch, delivered a warning to retail traders regarding their participation in the derivatives market. Speaking at the launch of the Investor Risk Reduction Access (IRRA) platform, Buch emphasized the importance of focusing on long-term prospects offered by equity markets instead. The Risk of Short-term Trading Buch referred to a study conducted by SEBI the previous year, […]