SEBI Launches Bond Central

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