FPIs, trading companies tap Sebi, centre for tax breather

Investors from abroad are pressing regulators for a decrease in securities transaction taxes to alleviate the burden of double capital gains taxes. With the Reserve Bank of India's stringent leverage rules potentially pushing trading activities offshore, there's a risk of reduced government revenues and diminished market liquidity. Authorities are considering these issues in light of the recent tax cuts on government securities.

Aug 7, 2026 - 05:00
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FPIs, trading companies tap Sebi, centre for tax breather
Investors from abroad are pressing regulators for a decrease in securities transaction taxes to alleviate the burden of double capital gains taxes. With the Reserve Bank of India's stringent leverage rules potentially pushing trading activities offshore, there's a risk of reduced government revenues and diminished market liquidity. Authorities are considering these issues in light of the recent tax cuts on government securities.

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