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India
Capital / Liquidity
RBI Issues Master Direction on Bank Deposit Interest Rates
By Nithya Subramanian | 04/04/2025
The directive requires banks to set clear rules for deposit interest calculation, which must be uniform across all branches and for all customers.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Explores Allowing Foreigners Direct Access to Indian Stocks
By Nithya Subramanian | 03/04/2025
The new proposal will bypass the existing FPI framework. It aims to expand India’s investor base and boost market liquidity.
Securities / Derivatives
CSRC Approves Full UBS Ownership of Securities JV in China
By Nithya Subramanian | 03/04/2025
UBS will become the full owner of UBS Securities in China. The bank has also finished absorbing Credit Suisse entities in India.
Capital / Liquidity
Initial Margin Rules for OTC Derivatives Take Effect in India
By Manesh Samtani | 02/04/2025
The IM and VM rules were initially meant to come into force at the same time, but implementation of the IM rules was deferred last November.
ESG / Sustainability
SEBI Introduces “Green Credit Programme” Disclosures for Listed Companies
By Nithya Subramanian | 01/04/2025
The new framework allows businesses to opt for assessment or assurance, and defers value chain disclosures by a year.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Implements Intraday Monitoring of Index Derivative Limits
By Nithya Subramanian | 01/04/2025
From 1 April 2025, exchanges must take at least four position snapshots daily. However, SEBI breaches will not result in penalties until further notice.
Market Infrastructure
SEBI Extends Cybersecurity Compliance Deadline Again
By Nithya Subramanian | 01/04/2025
SEBI has extended the deadline for REs to implement the cybersecurity framework until 30 June 2025, providing additional time for compliance.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Proposes New Guidelines for Expiry Days of Equity Derivatives
By Nithya Subramanian | 01/04/2025
The proposed new guidelines aim to reduce concentration risk, improve market stability, and enhance investor protection.
Capital / Liquidity
RBI Updates Priority Sector Lending Rules to Boost Credit Flows
By Nithya Subramanian | 29/03/2025
RBI has raised loan limits for housing and renewable energy, expanded the definition of weaker sections, and set new targets for UCBs.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Revises Fee Rules for Investment Advisers and Research Analysts
By Nithya Subramanian | 28/03/2025
Advance fee collection was restricted to six months for IAs and three months for RAs. The new limit is one year.
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