Retail traders lost ₹1.81 lakh crore in futures and options trading over three years to March 2024, with only 7.2% making a profit, according to Sebi. The number of retail traders nearly doubled, contributing significantly to total turnover. Sebi plans to tighten rules to curb risky speculation among retail investors.
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The recent market drawdown may have already factored in some but not all potential earnings cuts, especially in globally exposed sectors such as IT services