Economy
SEBI Chief Announces Upcoming Revamp of Securities Lending Mechanism
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THE BRIEF
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SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey announced on August 17, 2026, that the regulator will soon revamp the Securities Lending and Borrowing Mechanism to improve market liquidity.
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Pandey emphasized that market rules cannot be framed solely to cater to options traders, noting that the Call Auction System is here to stay despite industry concerns.
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The market regulator plans to release a comprehensive study on retail participation in the Futures and Options segment within the next 8 to 10 days.