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SEBI Block Deal Reform: ₹25 Crore Minimum Order Proposed

28 August 20251 min read
BANKING & FINANCESEBI Block DealReform: ₹25 CroreMinimum OrderProposed28 August 2025safalsetu.com

Why in the news

SEBI proposed block deal changes to curb manipulation.

Key facts

  • A block deal is a large single-share trade between two parties in a set window.
  • Same-day disclosure of scrip, client, quantity and price.
ItemExistingProposal
Minimum order₹10 crore₹25 crore
Band, non-F&O stocksNarrower3% of previous close
Band, F&O stocks1%1% continues

Exam angle

  • Numbers: ₹25 crore, 3% and 1% bands.
  • Aims: transparency, integrity, price discovery.

Test yourself

1. SEBI's block deal proposal raises the minimum order size to what amount?

The minimum rises from ₹10 crore to ₹25 crore.

2. What price band continues for F&O stocks under SEBI's block deal proposal?

The existing 1% band continues for F&O stocks.

3. When must exchanges disclose block deal details under the proposal?

Disclosure is due on the same day after market hours.