In 2022, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) established guidelines to regulate online bond platforms (OBPs) to ensure fair and transparent trading for retail investors. One significant measure was the prohibition of unlisted bonds on these platforms, mandating that only listed bonds, which adhere to stricter disclosure requirements, can be offered. This move aims to enhance investor protection and improve the overall integrity of the bond market.
In 2022, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) established guidelines to regulate online bond platforms (OBPs) to ensure fair and transparent trading for retail investors. One significant measure was the prohibition of unlisted bonds on these platforms, mandating that only listed bonds, which adhere to stricter disclosure requirements, can be offered. This move aims to enhance investor protection and improve the overall integrity of the bond market.
•The aim is to ensure fair and transparent trading for retail investors.
•Unlisted bonds are prohibited on OBPs.
•Only listed bonds, which meet stricter disclosure rules, can be offered.
•The guidelines enhance investor protection and market integrity.