SEBI settles front-running investigation with Rs 34.85 lakh payment

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AI summary

SEBI investigated whether trades for a big client were front-run by Chaturvedi Group entities from January 1, 2022 to December 8, 2023. The company settled the regulatory case on September 18, 2025 and paid Rs 34.85 lakh. The order concerned record-maintenance lapses by Om Securities, an authorised person. There was no admission of guilt, controls were strengthened, and SEBI will not initiate other enforcement action.

Likely market impact

The Rs 34.85 lakh settlement is not material, but it highlights record-keeping and compliance risk that may weigh on investor sentiment.