Description
Notification of special trading timings for Securities Lending and Borrowing (SLB) segment on February 01, 2026 for Union Budget presentation.
Summary
BSE has announced special trading timings for the Securities Lending and Borrowing (SLB) segment on Sunday, February 01, 2026, in connection with the presentation of Union Budget 2026. The exchange will conduct a full trading session with login starting at 7:00 AM and continuous trading from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Key Points
- Special trading session scheduled for Sunday, February 01, 2026
- Applies specifically to Securities Lending and Borrowing (SLB) segment
- Login window: 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
- Continuous trading session: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Trading session arranged on account of Union Budget 2026 presentation
Regulatory Changes
No permanent regulatory changes. This is a one-time special trading arrangement for the Union Budget day.
Compliance Requirements
- Trading members must note the modified trading timings for SLB segment
- Members should ensure systems and personnel are available for the special Sunday trading session
- Login must be completed between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM
Important Dates
- February 01, 2026 (Sunday): Special SLB trading session
- Login: 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
- Continuous Trading: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Impact Assessment
This circular has moderate operational impact on SLB segment participants. Trading members dealing in securities lending and borrowing must prepare for a non-standard Sunday trading session. The special session allows market participants to respond to Union Budget announcements in the SLB segment. Members need to ensure adequate staffing and system readiness for the designated timings.
Impact Justification
Special trading session for SLB segment during Union Budget presentation. Medium importance as it affects specific segment operations on a designated Sunday trading day.