Archive · 17 Sep 2026
SEBI Chairman Warns of Derivatives Risks as Retail Traders Lose
SEBI Chairman Pandey warned that many small investors are losing money in derivatives trading.
Some traders are still losing money even after three or four years.
He said investors should first understand whether they are ready for this market.
Derivatives can be difficult for people who do not understand them well.
Pandey questioned whether unprepared investors should trade derivatives at all.
He said continued losses among retail traders are a concern.
He made these comments at an infrastructure conference in 2026.
His main message was that investors need more awareness before trading.
SEBI Chairman Pandey warned that retail traders continue to lose money in derivatives.
He said many retail investors remain in losses after three to four years of trading.
Pandey urged investors to assess whether they are prepared for the derivatives market.
He questioned whether investors who are not ready should participate in derivatives trading.
Pandey made the remarks at the NaBFID Infrastructure Conclave 2026.
- Who
- SEBI Chairman Pandey and retail investors participating in derivatives trading.
- What
- Pandey warned about continued retail losses in derivatives and called for greater investor awareness.
- When
- At the NaBFID Infrastructure Conclave 2026; the article does not provide a specific date.
- Where
- On the sidelines of the NaBFID Infrastructure Conclave 2026.
- Why
- Because many retail traders continue to lose money, including after three to four years of trading.
- Main concern
- Continued losses among retail derivatives traders.
- Investors affected
- Retail investors.
- Trading period cited
- Some investors remain in losses after three to four years of trading.
- SEBI chairman
- Pandey.
- Recommended focus
- Investors should understand whether they are prepared for the derivatives market.
- Event
- NaBFID Infrastructure Conclave 2026.