Shares of BSE rose 2 per cent in early trade following the exchange's announcement that it would explore MSCI-linked derivatives in India. The move is aimed at boosting liquidity and trading activity in the domestic market.
As of 10:53 am on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), BSE shares recorded a traded volume of 19.88 lakh and a traded value of ₹672.03 crore. The company’s total market capitalisation stood at ₹1.37 lakh crore, with an adjusted price-to-earnings (PE) ratio of 48.45. By 10:58 am, the stock traded at ₹3,378.70, after earlier rising to ₹3,412 in the pre-open session.
Under the newly established agreement with MSCI for a number of its indexes, BSE will explore the launch of futures and options contracts in India linked to these indexes. The implementation remains subject to necessary regulatory approvals. BSE stated that this strategic step anchors its role in further developing the Indian capital market.
In a related development, BSE’s arm, BSE Index Services Pvt. Ltd., announced the launch of Growth Factor Indices. This suite comprises three indices: the BSE 500 Growth 50 Index, the BSE MidCap 150 Growth 30 Index, and the BSE LargeCap 100 Growth 30 Index.
Meanwhile, regulatory focus remains active in the market infrastructure space. SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey previously stated that the regulator would take strict and immediate action against any attempt to manipulate the Closing Auction Session (CAS). BSE’s Closing Auction Session is a 20-minute auction mechanism introduced on August 3, 2026, running from 3:15 pm to 3:35 pm for futures and options eligible stocks. It replaces the final continuous trading window to pool and match orders at a single equilibrium closing price.
"The decision by BSE to explore MSCI-linked derivatives and introduce new growth factor indices highlights ongoing efforts to deepen product offerings and enhance trading liquidity in the Indian capital market. For market participants and exchanges, expanding into global index-linked derivatives creates avenues for increased participation, subject to regulatory clearances. Strategic product diversification remains a key driver for market infrastructure institutions looking to strengthen their long-term position." — Dr. Shishir Gupta, Founder & CEO, StartupLanes
