In India, all categories of investors are allowed to short-sell; short-selling trades can be made for market speculation and hedging to square off traders' long positions
Lower eligibility criteria, zero networth requirements, and easier fee modes are among many proposals the market regulator hopes will attract more individuals to become investment advisors
Nifty50's historic rally from 20,000 to 25,000, in less than 11 months, reflects India's robust economic fundamentals and fuels optimism for continued market strength in the long term.
Analysts predict that Indian markets could mirror the bloodbath in Western and Asian markets; profit-taking pressure is expected, but the 25,000 target for Nifty remains within reach.