Capital Markets

Sebi unveils new mechanism for tendering, settlement of shares

Capital markets regulator Sebi on Monday unveiled a new mechanism for tendering and settlement of shares through stock exchanges that will make delisting, buyback and takeover offers easier.

Apr 13, 2015, 21:47 PM IST

'India to lead investment inflow in emerging Asian economies'

India will be at forefront of strong investment flows into emerging Asian economies in next few years and more individual Indian investors will approach capital markets for financial advice, International Council of Securities Association chairman Ian C W Russell said on Wednesday.

Apr 08, 2015, 14:24 PM IST

BSE to shift 41 companies to restricted trade; NSE to move 8

Leading stock exchange BSE has decided to shift stocks of 41 companies to the restricted trading segment from Thursday to ensure safety in capital markets and safeguard the interest of investors.

Apr 07, 2015, 15:42 PM IST

Sebi wants exchanges, others to have robust cyber security net

To safeguard capital markets from cyber attacks, regulator Sebi plans to put in place detailed guidelines to be followed by stock exchanges and other market infrastructure institutions to secure their IT systems.

Apr 07, 2015, 13:37 PM IST

FPI inflows hit Rs 11 lakh-crore mark

This has taken their cumulative net investments into the Indian equity markets, since being allowed over two decades ago in November 1992, to Rs 8.2 lakh crore.

Apr 05, 2015, 12:30 PM IST

RBI policy, IIP data to guide stock markets

Upcoming earning season and the RBI policy review on April 7 would be the next key trigger for the markets, they added.

Apr 05, 2015, 11:02 AM IST

Catholic Syrian Bank files paper with Sebi for Rs 400-cr IPO

Catholic Syrian Bank has filed draft papers with capital markets regulator Sebi to raise up to Rs 400 crore through an initial public offer (IPO) to shore up its capital base.

Apr 01, 2015, 14:19 PM IST

FM Jaitley reviews state of capital markets with Sebi board

When asked about the merger of Forward Markets Commission (FMC) with Sebi, proposed by him in the Budget, Jaitley said this was also an issue of the discussion.

Mar 22, 2015, 11:56 AM IST

Sebi says procedural aspects of FMC merger being worked out

Capital markets regulator Sebi on Friday said the proposed merger of commodities watchdog FMC with it is on track and it is coordinating with Finance Minister Arun Jaitley to ensure a smooth transition.

Mar 20, 2015, 14:28 PM IST

Government to strip RBI of powers to regulate bonds

India plans to strip the Reserve Bank of India of its powers to regulate government bonds, but leave the central bank in charge of other money market instruments.

Mar 18, 2015, 19:01 PM IST

SEBI mulls strategy-based derivative contracts

In a big leap for capital markets in India, regulator SEBI is looking into the possibility of allowing strategy-based derivative trading--a move that may help bring in various new products in this segment.

Mar 18, 2015, 18:29 PM IST

SEBI bars 2 cos from raising money from public

Continuing its crackdown on illicit money-pooling schemes, capital markets regulator SEBI Tuesday barred Cell Industries and Shri Ram Real Estate & Business Solution from mobilising funds from public "with immediate effect".

Mar 17, 2015, 19:19 PM IST

Sebi gears up for larger role, mulls roadmap to deepen markets

Tasked with greater responsibilities, Sebi is working on a new roadmap to attract larger number of retail investors towards capital markets, develop a vibrant bond market and create a unified regulatory regime for all segments of derivatives, including commodities.

Mar 08, 2015, 16:35 PM IST

SEBI confirms restrictions on MCX Biz Solutions

Restrictions on MCX Biz Solutions, including debarment from the capital markets, will remain in place, regulator SEBI Friday said in a case related to duping of investors through false documents.

Feb 27, 2015, 21:11 PM IST

Number of penalty defaulters rise by 16% to 1,614: Sebi

The number of entities having defaulted on payment of penalties and other fines imposed by Sebi has risen to 1,614, a sharp increase of 16 percent from the year-ago levels.

Feb 10, 2015, 18:56 PM IST

Sebi bars Amazan Agro from mobilising funds via securities

Cracking the whip on illegal money pooling activity, Sebi on Wednesday restrained Kolkata-based Amazan Agro Products and its directors from raising funds and also barred them from capital markets, till further orders.

Feb 04, 2015, 19:42 PM IST

Sebi bars Micro Finance Ltd from raising funds via securities

Cracking the whip on illegal money pooling activity, Sebi on Wednesday restrained Odisha-based Micro Finance, its directors and promoters from raising funds and barred them from the capital markets.

Jan 14, 2015, 18:44 PM IST

BSE currency derivative turnover hits record Rs 23,143.57 cr

The exchange's earlier record stood at Rs 11,634.42 crore on December 30, 2014.

Jan 09, 2015, 19:41 PM IST

BSE proposes new transaction tax structure in capital markets

Pitching for a slew of reforms in the Indian capital markets, leading bourse BSE has suggested the government bring in a new transaction taxation structure and besides seeking tax pass through status for Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs).

Jan 05, 2015, 16:05 PM IST

Sebi's new mechanism to allow one-time registration for DPs

Making procedural requirements simpler for brokers, Sebi on Tuesday put in place a new mechanism to allow one-time single registration for the depository participants.

Dec 30, 2014, 18:59 PM IST