SEBI Introduces New Risk Management and Surveillance Measures to Strengthen Equity Derivatives Market

SEBI introduced enhanced risk controls for equity derivatives to improve market stability and surveillance effectiveness. The new norms mandate tighter risk management measures, including stricter margin requirements and position limits, for equity derivatives contracts. These controls are aimed at strengthening the stability of the financial market, reducing speculative excesses, and enhancing the effectiveness of surveillance mechanisms by exchanges and clearing corporations.