SEBI's new Directive to Stock Broking Firms
New regulations to come into force from 1st July 2023
Investors' money cannot remain with stock brokers, surplus funds must be returned daily
SEBI aims to prevent misuse of investors' money kept by stock broking firms
Previous rules required monthly or quarterly return of investors' money
New rules state funds must be transferred to stock brokers' bank accounts daily
Alternatives suggested include transferring funds to clearing members or depositing in the bank
Investors should be given back their unused money
Stock broking companies anticipate difficulties in implementing the new regulations
Concerns raised about handling money after cutoff time, payment by cheque, and commodity trading
Exchanges and SEBI urged to provide appropriate solutions to address stock broking companies' doubts
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