Context:
SEBI has launched ‘Bond Central‘, a centralized database for corporate bonds. Developed by the Online Bond Platform Providers Association with Market Infrastructure Institutions.
Objectives
- To provide a single and authentic source of information on corporate bonds.
- To increase transparency in the bond market.
- To assist investors and market participants to make informed decisions.
Expected Impact
- Better Access: Investors can have access to all bond-related data together.
- Market Efficiency: Thus the information flow from here might improve liquidity and pricing.
- Regulation: It also helps in the monitoring and compliance of the corporate bond world.
Source: The Hindu
