The Economic Times

What RBI's collateral revamp means for brokers & market intermediaries; stability beats short-term thrills: Feroze Azeez

India's capital markets are shifting towards long-term investing with new RBI norms from April 2026. Brokers face stricter collateral rules, including 100% backing for bank loans and a 25% cash reserve for margin trading. These measures aim to reduce speculation and enhance market stability, contrasting with more leveraged global markets.