Sebi reinstates open market buybacks via exchanges

Sebi has greenlit buyback flexibility for companies, reintroducing open market options via exchanges from August 1. Mutual funds gain relaxed borrowing norms for liquidity, and AIFs will see faster fundraising. These moves aim to boost capital management for listed firms, with buybacks needing completion within 66 days and 40% funds deployed early. Merchant banker appointments are now optional, lowering costs.

Jun 20, 2026 - 07:00
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Sebi reinstates open market buybacks via exchanges
Sebi has greenlit buyback flexibility for companies, reintroducing open market options via exchanges from August 1. Mutual funds gain relaxed borrowing norms for liquidity, and AIFs will see faster fundraising. These moves aim to boost capital management for listed firms, with buybacks needing completion within 66 days and 40% funds deployed early. Merchant banker appointments are now optional, lowering costs.

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