Description
Special trading session timings for Securities Lending and Borrowing (SLB) segment on February 01, 2026 for Union Budget presentation.
Summary
BSE has announced special trading session timings for the Securities Lending and Borrowing (SLB) segment on Sunday, February 01, 2026, on account of the Union Budget 2026 presentation. The exchange will conduct a live trading session with modified timings for this special day.
Key Points
- Special trading session scheduled for Sunday, February 01, 2026
- Log-in window: 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
- Continuous trading session: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Applies specifically to Securities Lending and Borrowing (SLB) segment
- Session scheduled to accommodate Union Budget 2026 presentation
Regulatory Changes
No permanent regulatory changes. This is a one-time schedule modification for a specific event.
Compliance Requirements
- Trading members must be aware of the modified timings for SLB segment
- Members should ensure systems and personnel are available during the specified timings
- Log-in must be completed between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM
Important Dates
- February 01, 2026 (Sunday): Special trading session for SLB segment
- Log-in: 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
- Trading: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Impact Assessment
Operational Impact: Medium - Trading members need to prepare for weekend trading operations and ensure adequate staffing and system readiness.
Market Impact: Medium - The special session allows market participants to respond to Union Budget announcements through the SLB mechanism, providing liquidity and enabling position adjustments.
Scope: Limited to SLB segment participants. Other market segments may have separate announcements for Union Budget day trading arrangements.
Impact Justification
Operational circular announcing modified trading hours for SLB segment on Union Budget day. Important for SLB participants to note the special timings but limited to one specific date.