Sebi aims to ease shorting by nearly doubling stocks eligible for borrowing: Report

SEBI is planning to nearly double the number of stocks eligible for short-selling borrowing and lending from 176 to around 300 or more, aiming to boost the cash equities market and draw investors away from India's derivatives market. The eligibility criteria, which include average monthly trading turnover of at least 1 billion rupees over the previous six months, are also being considered for relaxation. Collateral requirements, currently as high as 130% versus around 100% in the US and Europe, may also be cut, with details expected to be finalised by the end of 2025.