Sebi Chairperson Tuhin Kanta Pandey emphasized a principle-driven, data-backed approach to curb excessive speculation in equity derivatives, particularly focusing on short-tenor index options. He clarified that recent measures target specific pockets of speculation, not the entire derivatives market, aiming to preserve liquidity and market function while ensuring responsible operation.
US stocks today: S&P 500 hits record closing high on AI optimism, Micron joins $1 trillion club
US stocks closed mixed with Nasdaq and S&P 500 hitting record levels as AI-driven optimism lifted tech and chip stocks. Micron surged into the $1