Description

BSE announces the list of securities being added to, removed from, and continuing in the Short Term Additional Surveillance Measure (ST-ASM) framework effective October 30, 2025.

Summary

BSE has issued the updated list of securities under the Short Term Additional Surveillance Measure (ST-ASM) framework effective October 30, 2025. The circular identifies 15 securities being newly added to the ST-ASM framework, 3 securities moving out of the framework, and provides a consolidated list of all securities currently under surveillance. The ST-ASM framework is applied to securities exhibiting abnormal price movements and involves enhanced monitoring and trading restrictions.

Key Points

  • 15 securities shortlisted for inclusion in Short Term 5/15/30 Days ASM Framework from October 30, 2025
  • 3 securities moving out of ST-ASM Framework (Bhagwati Autocast Ltd, John Cockerill India Ltd, Jetking Infotrain Ltd)
  • Jetking Infotrain Ltd is moving out due to inclusion in LT-ASM Framework
  • No securities are moving to higher or lower stage ASM within the ST-ASM framework
  • The framework includes both main board and SME securities
  • T+0 scrips are also covered under the framework based on parent company classification
  • Consolidated list provides current ST-ASM stage classification for all affected securities

Regulatory Changes

The ST-ASM framework applies additional surveillance measures to securities showing abnormal price movements. Securities under this framework are subject to:

  • Enhanced monitoring by the exchange
  • Potential trading restrictions based on stage (5/15/30 days)
  • Periodic review for continuation, upgrade, downgrade, or removal from the framework

Securities can exit ST-ASM by moving to other surveillance frameworks including LT-ASM, Trade for Trade, GSM (Graded Surveillance Measure), Pledge Framework, or ESM (Enhanced Surveillance Measure).

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading Members: Must ensure awareness of securities under ST-ASM and apply appropriate risk management measures
  • Investors: Should note that securities under ST-ASM may have restricted liquidity and higher volatility
  • Listed Companies: Companies whose securities are under ST-ASM should ensure timely disclosures and compliance with all regulatory requirements
  • All market participants must comply with the additional surveillance requirements applicable to these securities

Important Dates

  • Effective Date: October 30, 2025 - New ST-ASM list becomes applicable
  • Circular Issue Date: October 29, 2025

Impact Assessment

Market Impact: The inclusion of 15 securities in ST-ASM will result in enhanced surveillance and potential trading restrictions, which may reduce liquidity and increase bid-ask spreads for these securities. Investors may experience difficulty in executing large orders.

Investor Impact: Shareholders of affected securities should expect increased volatility monitoring and potential additional margin requirements. The surveillance measure serves as a warning signal for abnormal price movements.

Operational Impact: Trading members will need to update their risk management systems to account for the revised ST-ASM list. SME securities marked with @ symbol require special attention as they may have lower liquidity.

Positive Aspect: The exit of 3 securities from ST-ASM indicates improved price stability for those companies, with Jetking Infotrain moving to long-term surveillance framework indicating sustained monitoring needs.

Securities Added to ST-ASM (15 Total)

  1. Adcon Capital Services Ltd
  2. Bhagyanagar India Ltd
  3. Bharat Wire Ropes Ltd
  4. Continental Controls Ltd
  5. Dhillon Freight Carrier Ltd (SME)
  6. DSM Fresh Foods Ltd (SME)
  7. Groarc Industries India Ltd
  8. Hatsun Agro Product Ltd
  9. Hatsun Agro Products Ltd (T+0)
  10. Hindustan Bio Sciences Ltd
  11. IFB Agro Industries Ltd
  12. Lancer Container Lines Ltd
  13. Riddhi Steel and Tube Ltd (SME)
  14. Switching Technologies Gunther Ltd
  15. Vivaa Tradecom Ltd (SME)

Securities Removed from ST-ASM (3 Total)

  1. Bhagwati Autocast Ltd
  2. John Cockerill India Ltd
  3. Jetking Infotrain Ltd (moved to LT-ASM Framework)

Impact Justification

ST-ASM framework imposes additional surveillance and trading restrictions on securities showing abnormal price movements, directly affecting liquidity and trading for 15+ securities with immediate effect from October 30, 2025.