SEBI Plans Expert Review of Non-Agricultural Commodity Derivatives

India’s markets regulator SEBI plans to constitute an expert panel to review the framework governing non-agricultural commodity derivatives. The proposed panel will examine market structure, participation norms, contract design, and risk management practices. The review aims to improve liquidity, ensure better price discovery, and address concerns around volatility and speculation, while aligning commodity derivatives regulation with evolving market realities and global best practices.