Page 18 - Latest Updates on SEBI
Sebi seeks tighter oversight of use of equity funds raised through markets
Sebi's proposed framework mirrors the UK model, where the regulator mandates strict oversight of IPO proceeds by an investment bank or an advisory firm
 "Sebi seeks tighter oversight of use of equity funds raised through markets")
Sebi explores tokenisation of corporate bonds for faster settlements
Regulator also plans bond ETFs, derivatives on corporate bond indices
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Sebi plans to reinstate commodity derivatives market regulation department
Sebi plans to revive its Commodity Derivatives Market Regulation Department nearly five years after its merger with another division
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Sebi looks to plug gaps in options trading during market volatility
Proposal allows intraday introduction of fresh strike prices as markets swing
 "Sebi looks to plug gaps in options trading during market volatility")
Sebi bans 7 individuals in ₹20 crore social media stock manipulation case
Sebi observed that members of the Gupta family made wrongful gains exceeding ₹20.25 crore from the pockets of innocent investors who followed stock recommendations circulated on asocial media platform
Sebi reviews PMS framework; starts consultations on MF gifting, donations
Addressing the Wealth and Capital Market Summit organised by the Indian Chamber of Commerce, Singh said SEBI would soon float a consultation paper on the proposed reforms
Sebi allows employees to WFH, advises departments to defer conclaves
Advisory issued in light of geopolitical situation and energy conservation measures
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Sebi bars 7 from markets for 'fraud' trades, directs ₹20 cr disgorgement
The individuals gained by manipulating prices in several stocks through recommendations on social media
Sebi moots new price-discovery mechanism for IPOs and relistings
Sebi proposes wider auction bands and stricter norms for IPOs and re-listed stocks to improve price discovery and curb distorted trading
Sebi proposes allowing India Inc to pay salaries in mutual fund units
Third-party investment proposal will also extend commission payments to distributors
Sebi's revised savings methodology boosts FY25 household savings ratio
The revised framework captures a wider range of securities market investments, leading to higher estimates of household financial savings and gross savings in FY25
Non-discretionary PMS clients can pledge securities held in demat: Sebi
The market regulator said clients of non-discretionary portfolio management services may pledge securities for loans if the decision is taken independently and for their own benefit
SME IPO market rebounds in May despite slowdown in mainboard listings
SME IPO activity has rebounded in May despite subdued mainboard markets, supported by retail participation and improved quality of issuers
 "SME IPO market rebounds in May despite slowdown in mainboard listings")
Sebi proposes easing compliance norms for research analysts on call records
Sebi has proposed exempting research analysts from maintaining call records of interactions with institutional investors while retaining norms for retail clients
Financial ecosystem becoming resilient despite mkt volatility: Sebi chief
Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said domestic investors, regulatory reforms and wider participation are helping Indian markets withstand global uncertainty and volatility
 "Financial ecosystem becoming resilient despite mkt volatility: Sebi chief")
Future-ready market regulation needs expertise, credibility, consultation
Effective regulation requires consultation, expertise, incentives, and institutional credibility
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India's market cap surges to ₹463 trn as investor base widens: Sebi chief
India's securities market has expanded rapidly over the past decade, with market capitalisation rising nearly fivefold and retail participation growing sharply, SEBI chief said
 "India's market cap surges to ₹463 trn as investor base widens: Sebi chief")
Arohan Financial Services files IPO papers; eyes ₹600 cr via fresh issue
Proceeds from the fresh issue will be used to boost the company's capital base and for general corporate purposes, the draft papers filed last week showed
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Indian markets can absorb shocks amid West Asia crisis, says Sebi chief
When there is a crisis in one part of the world, it also impacts the rest of the globe, Pandey told reporters here on the sideline of the Regional Investors Seminar for Awareness
 "Indian markets can absorb shocks amid West Asia crisis, says Sebi chief")
Street signs: Tale of two mega floats, the long and short of it, and more
Jio Platforms and NSE gear up for blockbuster IPOs as exchanges tighten surveillance norms and NSE releases delayed trading payouts
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