Demat

Sebi proposes easing transfer, demat norms for pre-2019 securities

Sebi proposes fresh window for transfer of pre-2019 physical securities and plans to scrap the Letter of Confirmation system to simplify demat procedures for investors

Demat account additions fall 40% in 9M 2025 amid volatile markets

Demat account additions dropped 40% in the first nine months of 2025 as volatility, weak returns, and fewer IPOs dampened retail investor participation

The great Indian vanishing act: Time to replicate the demat 'miracle'

Thirty years ago, an Act made physical securities disappear. Now it's time to extend it to all paperwork

Sebi sets ₹1 crore minimum, mandates demat for securitised debt instruments

Markets regulator Sebi has mandated a minimum ticket size or investment threshold of Rs 1 crore for the RBI-regulated originators and unregulated entities engaged in securitisation activities. Securitised Debt Instruments (SDIs) are financial products created by pooling together various types of debt -- such as loans, mortgages, or receivables -- and then selling them as securities to investors. This process, known as securitisation, allows the originator (such as a bank) to convert illiquid assets into liquid ones, providing an alternative source of funding. Investors in these instruments receive returns based on the performance of the underlying debt pool, and the risk is spread across multiple assets, offering potentially attractive returns. "The minimum ticket size for issuance of a securitised debt instrument shall be rupees one crore," Sebi said in a gazette notification. Further, the minimum ticket size for subsequent transfers of a securitised debt instrument will be Rs 1 .

Putting the skids on: When market volatility punctures demat growth's tyres

STUCK IN NEUTRAL: New demat accounts sputter, slipping to a 14-month low of 2.84 million

Sebi revamps mutual fund, demat nomination to reduce unclaimed assets

The regulator has also issued detailed guidelines for nominees to act on behalf of incapacitated investors

Demat tally surges to 185 million in 2024 with 46 million new additions

In the first nine months of 2024, 36 million demat accounts were added, buoyed by gains in the secondary market and record initial public offerings (IPOs)

Demat accounts hit fresh high in August, surpass 171 million mark

Despite market volatility, 4.2 mn accounts added in Aug

Sebi raises basic demat account limit to Rs 10 lakh to boost participation

To boost participation of small investors in the securities market, Sebi on Friday increased the threshold for the basic service demat account to Rs 10 lakh from the current Rs 2 lakh. The new guidelines will come into force from September 1, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) said in a circular. Increasing the limit of securities' value held in the Basic Services Demat Account (BSDA) will encourage small investors to trade in the stock market and ensure their financial inclusion. A basic service demat account, or BSDA, is a more basic version of a regular demat account. The facility was introduced by markets regulator Sebi in 2012 to reduce the burden of demat charges on investors with small portfolios. On eligibility for BSDA, Sebi said an individual is eligible for a BSDA if he/she meets certain criteria such as the investor has only one demat account as the sole or first holder, has only one BSDA in his name across all depositories and the value of securities in

Ladakh, Mizoram, Lakshadweep: Why are demat accounts rising in these cities

The combination of economic development and the availability of online investment options have made the stock market an attractive avenue for Indians to invest their surplus funds

Sebi orders to attach bank, demat account of Anugrah to recover dues

Markets regulator Sebi has ordered the attachment of bank and share and demat holdings of Anugrah Stock and Broking to recover Rs 1.22 crore dues in a case related to violation of market norms. The recovery proceedings have been initiated against Anugrah Stock and Broking Pvt Ltd after it failed to pay the Rs 1.22 crore, including interest, all costs and expenses, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) said in the attachment order on Tuesday. In its notice, the markets watchdog asked all the banks, depositories and mutual funds not to allow any debit from accounts of Anugrah Stock and Broking. However, credits have been allowed. Further, the regulator has directed all banks to attach all accounts, including lockers, of the defaulters. In March 2021, Sebi passed an order and imposed a penalty of Rs 90 lakh on Anugrah Stock and Broking Pvt Ltd for violations of market norms. The order follows a joint investigation carried out by Sebi, BSE, NSE and Central Depository Servi

Demat account holders can furnish nomination declarations by Jan 1, 2024

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) stated that those who fail to do so will not be able to transact in stocks

At 2.9 mn, new demat account additions hit 18-month high in July

10 IPOs with a prospective fund raise of Rs 8,000 cr will decide August trajectory

NSE lays framework for action against brokers for misuse of clients funds

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) on Wednesday came out with a framework for taking immediate actions against trading members in case of misuse of client funds by them. In the recent past, the exchange has observed instances of misuse of client funds during its inspections as well as in the alerts generated under offsite supervision. In order to initiate immediate actions in critical cases where misuse of client funds is observed, the exchange said that proprietary deposits of the trading member available with the clearing house, NSE Clearing Ltd (NCL), will be blocked to the extent of the misuse amount or Rs 10 crore, whichever is lower, according to a circular. The action will be taken for violating "principles of enhanced supervision" for stock brokers in case of misuse of clients funds. In case misuse is observed with regards to "principles of enhanced supervision" for stock brokers, NSE said the amount equivalent to the aggregate amount of all principles, will be ...

Despite market volatility, 25 million demat accounts added in FY23

Going forward, experts believe that the growth in new demat accounts will depend on the market trajectory

How to move shares to another demat if you're sore with existing broker

Business Standard brings you the lowdown on demat accounts, trading accounts and a host of other terms and instruments you will find useful while moving your holdings

Demat additions lukewarm despite market's extended run in November

About 1.8 million new accounts added, 20% below monthly average for calendar 2022

Transfer pay-outs to client's demat account within a day, says Sebi

Regulator issues fresh guidelines for unpaid securities

At 6.1 mn, pace of demat account additions slowest in 10 quarters in Q2FY23

Market observers say brokerages have become less aggressive chasing clients, given the high cost of acquisitions and growing inactivity among retail investors

What is the difference between a demat and a trading account?

A Demat account is essential to hold and trade your shares, bonds and Mutual Funds. But, there is another account, called the trading account. Find out more about the two accounts and their difference