Nifty Bank index is expanding to 14 stocks with Yes Bank and Union Bank of India joining. This change, mandated by Sebi, will reduce the influence of top constituents like HDFC, ICICI, and SBI. The rebalancing will occur in tranches from December to March. Passive funds tracking the index will adjust portfolios.
Sebi to revamp short-selling, securities lending rules
Sebi is reviewing short-selling and securities lending rules to improve liquidity and price discovery. The regulator is also planning reforms in clearing, broker compliance, custodial