Sebi turns to ETFs, derivatives for debt market push
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is set to introduce bond ETFs and derivatives to boost the corporate debt market. The regulator is also reviewing listing obligations for debt-only entities and exploring a pilot for tokenizing corporate bonds to enhance liquidity and investor access.
Irdai links executive pay at insurers to elimination of unfair practices
The move is part of new KMP performance evaluation rules, under which the regulator has made 50% of key performance indicators (KPIs) mandatory and far more prescriptive than earlier, according to industry executives. For the remaining 50% weightage in performance assessment, the nomination and remuneration committee or board may assign additional role-specific parameters aligned with […]
RBI dollar-rupee swap gets almost double bids
The settlement of the initial leg of the FX swap will take place on Friday, through which the RBI will inject rupee liquidity into the banking system. The liquidity stood at a low surplus of Rs 67,285 crores as of May 25
Listed brokers, exchanges rake in profits even as war clouds linger
India’s listed brokers and exchanges reported robust March quarter earnings, driven by a surge in Margin Trading Facility (MTF) and a favorable base effect. Increased market volatility, strong commodity trading, and elevated VIX levels also boosted volumes. Brokers are diversifying income streams beyond core broking, evolving into ‘pseudo-NBFCs’ with offerings like wealth management and insurance.