RBI tightens broker funding norms effective April 2026
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- stock brokers starting
- 1 April 2026
- a shift
- 100% secured funding
- guarantees will require
- 50% collateral
- 25% in cash
The Reserve Bank of India will implement new funding norms for stock brokers starting 1 April 2026. Key changes include a shift to 100% secured funding, eliminating previous flexibility in collateral arrangements. Additionally, bank guarantees will require 50% collateral, with 25% in cash. This could significantly impact brokers' operational costs and liquidity management.
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