Big Relief for F&O Traders: Sebi Not Considering New Curbs, Says Chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey

• Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey confirmed no new curbs on Futures & Options (F&O) trading, providing relief to traders.
• The regulator will maintain the current framework and status quo on weekly expiry for F&O instruments.
• This announcement comes after traders faced a proposed hike in Securities Transaction Tax (STT) in the Budget 2026-27.
• Sebi had previously implemented measures to curb speculative F&O trading, noting 97% of retail traders incurred losses.
• Budget 2026-27 proposed increased STT on equity futures and options from April 2026, but STT for equity delivery and intraday cash trades remains unchanged.