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SEBI consent orders promise speed but raise transparency doubts for market intermediaries
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
A US-style deal model, yet key details stay murky
SEBI’s consent order mechanism, modeled on the US SEC’s plea-bargaining approach, is meant to quickly resolve alleged defaults by market infrastructure and registered intermediaries. But the process is drawing scrutiny over how transparent it really is, with observers questioning whether consent settlements explain outcomes clearly enough for stakeholders and investors.
- SEBI uses consent orders to speed up resolution of alleged market defaults
- The model is inspired by the US SEC’s plea-bargaining structure
- Critics say transparency around outcomes and details is still lacking
- Stakeholders are weighing whether quick fixes compromise clarity
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