New Delhi, February 28 – The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has launched Bond Central, a centralized database portal for corporate bonds, aiming to establish a single, authoritative source of information on such securities.
Developed by the Online Bond Platform Providers Association (OBPP Association) in collaboration with Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs), including stock exchanges and depositories, the portal is designed to improve transparency and facilitate informed decision-making for investors and market participants.
According to SEBI, Bond Central serves as a freely accessible information repository for corporate bonds issued in India, providing a comprehensive view of the bond market. The platform standardizes corporate bond-related data, reducing information asymmetry and fostering greater trust among investors.
Key Features of Bond Central:
- Unified Market View: Investors can access a consolidated overview of corporate bonds across exchanges and issuers, ensuring better transparency and comparison.
- Comparative Insights: The platform allows users to compare corporate bond prices with Government Securities (G-Secs) and other fixed-income indices, aiding in better investment decisions.
- Risk Assessment Tools: Investors can evaluate opportunities effectively with access to detailed risk assessments, corporate bond documents, and disclosures.
- Enhanced Market Efficiency: By standardizing bond-related data, the platform aims to minimize information gaps and improve market confidence.
This initiative aligns with SEBI’s broader efforts to strengthen India’s corporate bond market by providing investors with reliable and easily accessible data.
