NSE Clearing to Launch Shorter-Tenure SLBM Contracts on August 17

NSE Clearing announced the introduction of shorter-tenure Securities Lending and Borrowing Mechanism (SLBM) contracts, effective from August 17, 2026.

The new contracts will feature a T+3 reverse settlement cycle, aimed at increasing liquidity and efficiency in the securities lending market.

This move follows recent regulatory efforts to streamline trading processes and provide market participants with more flexible hedging and borrowing options.