Bond Central: SEBI’s Corporate Bond Database Goes Live
Why in the news
The market regulator SEBI introduced Bond Central, a one-stop repository of corporate bond information. It is meant to make the debt market easier to read for investors.
Key facts
- Bond Central is a centralised database for corporate bonds, launched by SEBI.
- It was developed by the Online Bond Platform Providers Association in tie-up with Market Infrastructure Institutions.
- It aims to be a single, authentic information source on corporate bonds.
- It is expected to lift transparency in the bond market.
Objectives and expected impact
| Area | What changes |
|---|---|
| Investor access | All bond-related data can be seen in one place |
| Market efficiency | Smoother information flow may improve liquidity and pricing |
| Regulation | Easier monitoring and compliance across the corporate bond space |
| Decision-making | Investors and participants can take informed calls |
Exam angle
- Launched by: SEBI (securities market regulator).
- Segment: corporate bond market, part of the debt market.
- Developer: Online Bond Platform Providers Association with Market Infrastructure Institutions.