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MC Exclusive: Analyst faces scrutiny as his name is linked to violations similar to previous infractions

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MC Exclusive: Analyst faces scrutiny as his name is linked to violations similar to previous infractions

A link to a website associated with Chetan Dhokiya advertised services by assuring investment returns of 1-4 percent.

Sebi finds order exonerating L&T AMC 'erroneous', fines HSBC AMC Rs 5 lakh

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Sebi finds order exonerating L&T AMC 'erroneous', fines HSBC AMC Rs 5 lakh

The regulator re-examined whether L&T Asset Management, now HSBC AMC, had adequately recorded reasons for investment decisions that led to losses of over Rs 42 crore.

Filatex Fashions trends on X, market observers suspect pump-and-dump

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Filatex Fashions trends on X, market observers suspect pump-and-dump

A week ago, the company announced the record date for a stock split, with shareholders set to get five shares for every one they own.

Linde India stock jumps 5% after SEBI rebuke; shareholders eye refund of related party transaction monies

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Linde India stock jumps 5% after SEBI rebuke; shareholders eye refund of related party transaction monies

In the final order, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has asked NSE to appoint a valuer to valuate RPTs and has asked the company to reimburse NSE for the expenses.

Capital-gains tax divides market, STT hike on F&O trades unlikely to deter retail traders

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Capital-gains tax divides market, STT hike on F&O trades unlikely to deter retail traders

Market participants see LTCG/STCG hike as a body blow or the right move, believe STT increase won't deter retail traders

Will hike in capital-gains tax in Budget 2024 spook markets?

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Will hike in capital-gains tax in Budget 2024 spook markets?

Market veterans believe that it may not help short up government revenue but may simply dampen investor sentiment

Market insiders expect STT hike in Budget 2024, expect HFTs to be hit hard

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Market insiders expect STT hike in Budget 2024, expect HFTs to be hit hard

The capital markets regulator and the Economic Survey have raised concerns about the speculative nature of derivatives trading

Budget 2024 and the market: How badly could a hike in capital gains tax affect sentiment?

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Budget 2024 and the market: How badly could a hike in capital gains tax affect sentiment?

Veterans believe that any hike could mean that a rough ride is in store, but add that the effect of such a move will be felt more by HNIs and active traders than by the typical retail investor.

Should traders be worried about the securities transaction tax in Union Budget 2024?

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Should traders be worried about the securities transaction tax in Union Budget 2024?

Budget 2024-25: Market participants are expecting a raise and for it to affect high-frequency traders the most

MC Investigates: Startup founder under fire for financial impropriety plans next venture

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MC Investigates: Startup founder under fire for financial impropriety plans next venture

Some investors allege Krishna Maggo, who launched the investing platform Sateeq at 16, has left them in the dark about the status of their funds

MC Exclusive: Sebi search and seizure on traders who seem to have profited from non-public information on regulatory action

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MC Exclusive: Sebi search and seizure on traders who seem to have profited from non-public information on regulatory action

In early July, homes and office of around 10 traders were visited by the Sebi officials

Regulated entities drop finfluencers like hot bricks from brand campaigns; Sebi diktat may end a pandemic-led boom

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Regulated entities drop finfluencers like hot bricks from brand campaigns; Sebi diktat may end a pandemic-led boom

Market insiders told Moneycontrol that the regulator's new guidelines are causing brokerages to shy away from unregistered content creators who may have discussed stocks to drive engagement.

MC Exclusive: Sebi investigating role of Sanjiv Bhasin, formerly with IIFL Securities, in alleged market manipulation

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MC Exclusive: Sebi investigating role of Sanjiv Bhasin, formerly with IIFL Securities, in alleged market manipulation

Brokerage says Bhasin's contract was discontinued from June 17 and that Bhasin informed the brokerage about Sebi's enquiry

Sebi recalls earlier directive on PEs relinquishing special rights ahead of listing

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Sebi recalls earlier directive on PEs relinquishing special rights ahead of listing

The market regulator informed this through a communication issued to investment bankers on June 24, which Moneycontrol has reviewed

MC Explains: Why are Sebi’s search-and-seizure ops more serious than routine inquiries?

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MC Explains: Why are Sebi’s search-and-seizure ops more serious than routine inquiries?

Search-and-seizure ops help when complex technology may have been used for market manipulation or when there can be tampering of evidence 

MC Exclusive: Sebi suspects front-running in Sandeep Tandon-owned Quant Mutual Fund; conducts search and seizure operations

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MC Exclusive: Sebi suspects front-running in Sandeep Tandon-owned Quant Mutual Fund; conducts search and seizure operations

Quant Mutual Fund has been the fastest growing mutual fund in the country with assets growing from Rs 100-odd crore in 2019 to nearly Rs 90,000 crore currently

MC Exclusive| Sebi trying to reduce PE funds’ influence over IPO pricing with early cancellation of special rights: Sources

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MC Exclusive| Sebi trying to reduce PE funds’ influence over IPO pricing with early cancellation of special rights: Sources

The market regulator has been taking steps towards this after some issues of newage tech companies that underperformed significantly since its listing

PE investors will need to forgo special rights in IPO-bound cos without certainty of exit

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PE investors will need to forgo special rights in IPO-bound cos without certainty of exit

Until now, they had to give up their rights only at the time of listing; under the new guidelines, they will need to do that before getting the go-ahead for listing

PTC India's CMD, PTC India Financial Services' ex-MD fined, barred from holding position in listed companies over governance lapses

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PTC India's CMD, PTC India Financial Services' ex-MD fined, barred from holding position in listed companies over governance lapses

Rajib Kumar Mishra is CMD of PTC India and non-executive chairman of PFS; the order effectively means he will have to step down from these positions.

Dalal Street Week Ahead: New govt, CPI, IIP, FOMC meet among 10 things that will keep traders on toes

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Dalal Street Week Ahead: New govt, CPI, IIP, FOMC meet among 10 things that will keep traders on toes

After the new government takes charge, there should be calmer waters than what the markets had seen last week

Sebi trolled! Man investigated for HAL insider-trading abuses regulator, attracts Rs 20-lakh fine

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Sebi trolled! Man investigated for HAL insider-trading abuses regulator, attracts Rs 20-lakh fine

Rajat Mishra sent abusive emails and even an irrelevant YouTube link to the regulator in response to its queries, notices and summons

Online bond platforms ask Sebi to ease sales, automate securities database to make market-segment more retail friendly

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Online bond platforms ask Sebi to ease sales, automate securities database to make market-segment more retail friendly

In a conversation with Moneycontrol, members of the newly formed Online Bond Platform Providers (OBPP) Association spoke to Moneycontrol about the regulatory interventions that have gone exceptionally well and the other interventions they are looking forward to.

Is the US-stock market concentration too much or justifiable? Michael Mauboussin answers

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Is the US-stock market concentration too much or justifiable? Michael Mauboussin answers

The authors of the latest note from Morgan Stanley's Consilient Research finds answers that may not be comforting to active fund managers.

Odd defence: Brokerage says zero earnings, 'only paying fees and penalties'; seeks leniency from Sebi

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Odd defence: Brokerage says zero earnings, 'only paying fees and penalties'; seeks leniency from Sebi

In its order, the regulator said that the financial condition or future business plan are of no concern when deciding on established violations

Advisory Alert: It has come to our attention that certain individuals are representing themselves as affiliates of Moneycontrol and soliciting funds on the false promise of assured returns on their investments. We wish to reiterate that Moneycontrol does not solicit funds from investors and neither does it promise any assured returns. In case you are approached by anyone making such claims, please write to us at grievanceofficer@nw18.com or call on 02268882347