Description

NSE updates the list of securities eligible for Securities Lending and Borrowing Scheme (SLBS), comprising 214+ stocks across various sectors.

Summary

NSE has issued a revised list of securities eligible for the Securities Lending and Borrowing Scheme (SLBS). The annexure contains 214+ securities that market participants can utilize for securities lending and borrowing transactions. The list includes major stocks across various sectors, banking stocks, ETFs, and blue-chip companies.

Key Points

  • Revised list of securities eligible for Securities Lending and Borrowing Scheme (SLBS)
  • List includes 214+ securities across diverse sectors
  • Covers major indices constituents including Nifty, Sensex stocks
  • Includes ETFs eligible for SLBS transactions
  • Encompasses banking, pharma, auto, IT, energy, metals, and consumer sectors
  • Notable inclusions: Adani Group stocks, major banks (AXISBANK, CANBK, BANKBARODA), blue-chips (ASIANPAINT, BRITANNIA, BAJFINANCE)

Regulatory Changes

This circular provides an updated list of securities eligible for participation in the Securities Lending and Borrowing Scheme as per NSE’s framework. The revision updates the previous eligible securities list.

Compliance Requirements

  • Market participants engaged in securities lending and borrowing must refer to this updated list
  • Only securities listed in Annexure I are eligible for SLBS transactions on NSE
  • Participants should update their systems to reflect the revised eligible securities list

Important Dates

  • Circular Date: January 23, 2026
  • Effective immediately upon publication

Impact Assessment

Market Impact: Medium - The updated SLBS eligible list affects securities lending and borrowing participants, institutional investors, and traders using these mechanisms. The comprehensive list covering major stocks across sectors ensures liquidity in the securities lending market.

Operational Impact: Participants in SLBS must update their operational systems and risk management frameworks to align with the revised eligible securities list. The inclusion of diverse securities provides flexibility for lending and borrowing strategies.

Impact Justification

Updates eligible securities list for SLBS, affecting trading participants engaged in securities lending and borrowing activities. List includes major stocks across sectors including ETFs.