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Sebi turns to ETFs, derivatives for debt market push

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is set to introduce bond ETFs and derivatives to boost the corporate debt market. The regulator is also reviewing listing obligations for debt-only entities and exploring a pilot for tokenizing corporate bonds to enhance liquidity and investor access.

➤ Sebi is introducing bond ETFs and derivatives to boost India's corporate debt market, aiming to improve liquidity and investor access. ➤ The regulator is reviewing listing obligations for debt-only entities and considering a pilot for tokenizing corporate bonds using digital ledger technology. ➤ The initiatives aim to enhance market diversity, liquidity, and participation, with a focus on faster settlement and transparency through tokenization.

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From bond derivatives to outreach programs, SEBI chief shares key measures to deepen debt markets- Moneycontrol.com

SEBI chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey outlined steps to boost India’s corporate debt market, including new products, regulatory changes, and investor education.

➤ SEBI chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey announced a five-point plan to deepen India's corporate debt market, focusing on new products, regulatory enhancements, and investor outreach. ➤ Key initiatives include developing bond ETFs and derivatives, exploring a distinct category for debt brokers, and reviewing compliance for debt-only listed firms. ➤ The plan also emphasizes investor education, outreach to potential issuers, and a pilot project for tokenized corporate bonds to improve settlement and transparency.

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Investments Roundup: Morningstar, BetaNXT, HFR, SEI And More

News Featuring MyVest, iCapital, AssetMark, Citi Wealth, Halo Investing, Raymond James Investment Management, 55ip, HFR, iShares, Morningstar, BetaNXT And SEI

➤ The article details a series of partnerships and product enhancements within the investment management and wealth solutions sectors, with a notable focus on fixed income and alternative investments. ➤ Key developments include collaborations aimed at improving fixed income portfolio management, expanding access to alternative investments via UMA platforms, and the tokenization of structured notes. ➤ The roundup also highlights growth in hedge fund capital, increased adoption of bond ETFs, and expanded partnerships for private market access, indicating a dynamic landscape for financial advisors and institutions.

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BlackRock Touts ETFs as Liquidity Antidote to Private Exposure

BlackRock Inc. executives wrote that exchange-traded funds can be a source of liquidity for retail investors after increasing exposure to private assets. The report argues that private funds' lack of daily liquidity and slow repricing boosts the need for something that can be quickly bought or sold during challenging times. Bond ETFs can be a "liquid ballast" as portfolios incorporate greater private exposures, and maintaining sufficient liquidity becomes increasingly critical at the overall portfolio level.

➤ BlackRock executives propose ETFs as a liquidity solution for retail investors increasing their exposure to private assets. ➤ The report highlights that bond ETFs can act as a 'liquid ballast' to offset the illiquidity and slow repricing of private funds, especially during market stress. ➤ This comes as the private credit industry faces redemption requests due to investor fears, leading some funds to cap redemptions, while fixed income ETF trading volumes have significantly increased.