Sebi sounds caution against unregistered online platforms offering unlisted debt securities

Sebi sounds caution against unregistered online platforms offering unlisted debt securities

Capital markets regulator Sebi has advised caution to investors as it found unregistered online platforms offering unlisted debt securities to investors. “The public is urged to exercise caution in undertaking transactions on such unregistered platforms,” Sebi said while adding that such platforms appeared to provide an avenue for investors to acquire unlisted debt securities These … Read more

Sebi issues framework on associations b/w mkt intermediaries, unauthorised financial advisors

Sebi issues framework on associations b/w mkt intermediaries, unauthorised financial advisors

Markets regulator Sebi on Tuesday came out with a framework on associations between market intermediaries and unauthorised financial advisors, especially with regard to specified digital platforms. This came after Sebi in August amended rules aimed at regulating associations between intermediaries, like stock exchanges, clearing corporations and depositories, and entities providing financial advice or making performance … Read more

Sebi favours tax breaks for municipal bond subscribers: Official

Sebi favours tax breaks for municipal bond subscribers: Official

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has approached the government to allow tax breaks for subscribers of municipal bonds that are crucial for funding infrastructure development at the grass-root levels, a senior official said on Tuesday. The capital markets watchdog will also root for a tax break for municipal bonds during its meeting … Read more

New asset class: Will promote concept of domestic MF participation in F&O, Deepak Shenoy on Sebi’s proposal

New asset class: Will promote concept of domestic MF participation in F&O, Deepak Shenoy on Sebi’s proposal

Sebi’s new asset class: Hours after the SEBI floated its idea to launch a new asset class, which will have more flexibility than a regular mutual fund scheme and lower ticket size than portfolio management services (PMS) and will cater to investors with a high-risk appetite.  The new investment asset will be offered under the mutual … Read more

SEBI questions mutual funds over selling misleading small-cap schemes to elderly citizens

SEBI questions mutual funds over selling misleading small-cap schemes to elderly citizens

SEBI, the regulatory authority in India, is stepping up its oversight of small-cap funds. They’re now seeking information from individual asset management companies (AMCs) regarding the sale of these funds to super senior citizens. This move aims to ensure greater protection for elderly investors. The news was initially covered by Mint. Investment advisors suggest that … Read more