Ensure fair trading practices and protect market integrity

Benefits of UPSI Management

Market Integrity and Fairness

• Ensures a level playing field for all investors by preventing insider trading and ensuring that all market participants have access to the same information.
• Enhances investor confidence in the fairness and transparency of the market.

Compliance and Legal Protection:

• Helps companies comply with regulations and laws such as the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015 (SEBI PIT Regulations).
• Reduces the risk of legal penalties, fines, and reputational damage associated with insider trading violations.

Investor Trust and Reputation:

• Maintaining strict controls over UPSI boosts the company’s reputation for ethical practices and governance.
• Builds trust among investors, which can lead to increased investment and better shareholder relations.

Operational Efficiency:

• Formal processes for managing UPSI can streamline communication within the company, ensuring that sensitive information is handled appropriately and only disclosed to authorized individuals.
• Reduces the risk of inadvertent leaks that can cause market volatility or undue speculation.

Strategic Advantage:

• o Proper management of UPSI ensures that strategic decisions and plans remain confidential until the appropriate time, protecting competitive advantage.
• o Allows the company to control the timing and manner of information disclosure to maximize strategic impact.

Risk Management:

• Identifies and mitigates risks associated with the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information.
• Enhances the ability to respond to potential information breaches swiftly and effectively.

Corporate Governance:

• Strengthens overall corporate governance by demonstrating a commitment to ethical standards and regulatory compliance.
• Encourages a culture of accountability and responsibility among employees and management.