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Measures to curb market volatility amid Covid-19 to stay till Aug 27: Sebi

On March 20, the regulator had come out with various measures, including revision of market wide position limit, to ensure orderly trading and settlement to contain high market volatility

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On review of Covid-19 pandemic related situation, it has been decided that the regulatory measures introduced on March 20, 2020, shall continue to be in force till August 27, 2020, Sebi said in a statement.

Press Trust of India New Delhi

2 min read Last Updated : Jul 21 2020 | 7:59 PM IST

Capital markets regulator Sebi on Tuesday said stricter surveillance measures to tackle market volatility amid coronavirus pandemic will continue till August 27.

On March 20, the regulator had come out with various measures, including revision of market wide position limit, to ensure orderly trading and settlement to contain high market volatility.

Besides, ensuring orderly trading and settlement, these steps were aimed at effective risk management, price discovery and maintenance of market integrity.

On review of Covid-19 pandemic related situation, it has been decided that the regulatory measures introduced on March 20, 2020, shall continue to be in force till August 27, 2020, Securities

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