GENERAL23 Sept 2026
Sebi weighs margin changes for longer-dated derivatives | Stock Market News
Sebi may review margin rules for longer-dated derivatives such as stock futures and stock options, chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said. It wants to grow these contracts beyond short-term index options. For traders, this may mean lower costs to hold longer positions. If you trade derivatives, watch for Sebi's next steps before changing your strategy.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Sebi chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the regulator is prepared to look into margin requirements for longer-dated derivatives.
- Sebi's August study showed that 87.7% of individual traders lost money in equity derivatives in FY26.
- The average loss per individual trader rose 2% to ₹1.17 lakh, even as the number of individual traders fell 18% to 8.77 million.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you trade derivatives, keep an eye on Sebi's announcements about margins for longer-dated contracts. Do not change your trading plan until the actual rules are notified, and consider getting your derivative exposure reviewed by a professional.
Statutory Disclaimer: TaxQue Shorts are AI-assisted editorial briefs for compliance awareness. This brief has not passed every source check; confirm the original notification before acting. This does not constitute formal legal or CA counsel.
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