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Sebi chief warns bankers and insurers against commodity trading over mounting risks

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Published on 5 May 2026
Sebi chief warns bankers and insurers against commodity trading over mounting risks

Why regulators fear commodity trading for lenders and insurers

Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said India’s banking and insurance regulators are not in favour of allowing lenders and insurers to trade in commodity markets, citing legitimate concerns. Separately, Sebi is preparing an advisory on emerging AI risks, warning that powerful models can exploit weaknesses at speed. The regulator is also set to roll out C-KYC 2.

  • Banking and insurance regulators oppose commodity trading by lenders and insurers
  • Sebi cites valid concerns behind the stance on commodity markets
  • Sebi is drafting guidance on AI risks from fast exploitative models
  • C-KYC 2 is also planned as part of upcoming regulatory upgrades
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