The Securities and Exchange Board (SEBI) has announced that it is planning to introduce a series of changes to mitigate risks associated with options trading. This move is part of a broader strategy to enhance market stability and protect investors. Key Measures Higher Margins for Options Contracts One significant change SEBI is considering involves increasing …
A Sprinter’s Burst, A Marathoner’s Exhaustion The Indian equity market’s journey this past week resembled that of a sprinter—starting with a burst of energy but ending like an exhausted marathoner. For most of the week, the markets began strong but struggled to maintain momentum by the end of the trading day. However, on Friday, the …
SEBI remains dedicated to safeguarding investor interests through regulations, proactive enforcement, and initiatives promoting investor education. By fostering transparency and accountability in financial markets, SEBI aims to protect investors from malpractices and ensure fair treatment, thereby enhancing trust and stability in the securities market. SEBI to auction KBCL India’s properties The Securities and Exchange Board …
Introduction In a significant move towards ensuring seamless trading operations, the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) has announced live trading sessions from its Disaster Recovery (DR) site. This proactive measure covers various segments, including Equity, Equity Derivatives, Securities Lending and Borrowing (SLB), Currency Derivatives, Commodity Derivatives, and Electronic Gold Receipts (EGR). Here’s everything you need to …
Market Roller Coaster in 2024: A Journey Through Volatility The year 2024 has been a roller coaster ride for the markets. From flaming geopolitical issues and the general election in India to uncertainty related to rate cuts in the US, various factors have caused market volatility. Despite these challenges, the market has climbed the “wall …
The Indian automobile industry has historically been a good indicator of how well the economy is doing, as the automobile sector plays a key role in both macroeconomic expansion and technological advancement. The two-wheelers segment dominates the market in terms of volume, owing to a growing middle class and a huge percentage of India’s population …
One of the most favored sectors ahead of the general election outcome was the Nifty PSU Bank. In 2022, the Nifty PSU Bank surged by about 71%, followed by a 32.3% increase in 2023. As of 2024, it is up by a staggering 30%. The index marked a fresh all-time high and crossed the milestone …
The NSE benchmark Nifty50 index began the day with a positive bias. In the first 30 minutes of trading, the index breached the low of its prior session, making an intraday low of 22,306.65, which it held for the remainder of the trading session. Following this initial low, the Nifty50 gradually picked up momentum throughout …
A Roller Coaster Week for Indian Equity Markets Last week was none less than a roller coaster ride for the Indian equity markets. On June 3, the BSE Sensex and the NSE Nifty 50 gained more than 3%, recording their largest single-day gain in three years and closing at record highs. This surge came after …
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have continued to sell Indian equities heavily in the first week of June 2024, despite a market rebound. Here’s a detailed look at the FPI activity and its impact on the Indian stock market. FPI Selling Spree 1. Heavy Selling in June: In the first week of June, FPIs offloaded equities …
