Indian equity derivatives trading volumes fell sharply in February 2026, with BSE and NSE impacted ahead of higher STT and RBI broker funding curbs.
BSE is losing share in a shrinking market for derivatives
Indian equity derivatives trading dropped 14% in Feb 2026; BSE's share fell to 30%, NSE rose to 70%, amid upcoming RBI and SEBI rule changes.
By Sudarshan Kumar
Indian equity derivatives trading volumes slumped sharply in February 2026, even before the implementation of higher Securities Transaction Tax (STT) rates and tighter broker funding norms proposed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
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