SEBI Implements Stricter Rules for Derivatives Trading

New measures aim to curb retail investor losses and enhance market stability starting November 20.

SEBI has raised the minimum trading amount for derivatives from ₹5 lakh to ₹15 lakh.
The number of weekly options contracts per exchange is reduced to one, effective November 20.
An additional 2% margin requirement is now mandated for short options contracts on expiry day.
The regulator's study revealed that 93% of retail traders incurred significant losses in the past three years.
SEBI's measures include upfront collection of options premiums and stricter intraday position limits.