SEBI has clarified that an article has been carried in a section of media suggesting that SEBI has prohibited FPIs from issuing Overseas Derivative Instruments (ODIs). This is incorrect as FPIs have only been barred from issuing ODIs with derivative instruments as the underlying. As on date, there are no ODIs with derivative instruments as the underlying. It is further clarified that ODIs referencing cash market securities can continue to be issued.
Extension of timeline for implementation of the Circular titled “Complaint Handling and Grievance Redressal by Regulated Entities in the IFSC”
It has been decided that the said Circular shall now come into force with effect from April 01, 2025. The Regulated Entities are therefore directed