Sebi and RBI Working to Ease FPI Onboarding and Bond Indices
· Business · Business Standard
The Securities and Exchange Board of India and the Reserve Bank of India are collaborating to simplify Foreign Portfolio Investor onboarding and support bond index inclusion, according to a top official. The initiative aims to streamline processes for overseas investors entering the Indian debt market. Officials are reviewing existing regulatory frameworks to remove operational friction for global funds. The efforts follow India's inclusion in major international bond indices, which has drawn increased foreign capital. Further details on specific regulatory amendments and implementation timelines will be announced by the financial regulators.
Why it matters
Simplifying foreign portfolio investor onboarding and supporting bond index inclusion will lower barriers for global capital entering Indian debt markets, potentially reducing borrowing costs for the government and domestic entities.
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