Based on surveillance inputs and its internal alert system, Sebi initiated examination of suspected front running by persons associated with certain market experts appearing on a business news channel. The modus-operandi of these entities was that they took positions in stocks just before recommendations were made by their associated market experts on the channel.
Sebi proposes to widen foreign investors’ access to non-agricultural commodities derivatives
Sebi plans to permit Foreign Portfolio Investors in physically settled commodity derivatives. This move aims to boost institutional participation and market liquidity. Safeguards ensure FPIs