Sebi Tightens Rules for Merchant Bankers: Higher Capital, New Norms
Sebi mandates higher capital, stricter governance for merchant bankers in phased rollout. 224 firms, including Kotak & JM Financial, get 2 years to comply. Details inside.
Sebi mandates higher capital, stricter governance for merchant bankers in phased rollout. 224 firms, including Kotak & JM Financial, get 2 years to comply. Details inside.
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Sebi introduces new mutual fund rules with lower expense caps, transparent fee structures, and simplified compliance. Learn how this impacts your investment costs from April 2026.
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SEBI's new mutual fund TER reforms enhance investor transparency and returns. Near-term pressure on AMCs expected, but long-term benefits for retail investors are significant. Learn the details.
SEBI reduces mutual fund expense ratios & brokerage costs to boost investor savings & transparency. Experts see limited market impact amid FII outflows. Details here.
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SEBI slashes mutual fund expense ratios and brokerage costs, promising lower fees for investors. New regulations aim for greater transparency and simpler compliance after 30 years.
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SEBI announces major reforms to mutual fund regulations, reducing expense ratios and brokerage fees. New rules aim to enhance transparency and protect investors in India's financial markets.
SEBI announces sweeping market reforms, slashing mutual fund TERs and capping brokerage fees. Investors to save costs, boosting market participation. Read details.
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