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Demat 2.0 will bring instant bond settlement closer, trading after regulation and market readiness: NSDL MD

·Economic Times·Impact 2/5 · Moderate
MeridStreet AI summary

Demat 2.0, a new system for electronic bond trading, is set to make bond settlement faster by allowing instant tokenized bond delivery to investors. This is possible through the use of central bank digital currency, which enables instant payments. The system's wider adoption will depend on regulatory approval and market readiness. If implemented successfully, Demat 2.0 could significantly reduce the time gap in securities settlement, benefiting the overall economy and financial markets.

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MeridStreet analysis

Why it matters

Demat 2. 0 can allow investors to receive tokenised bonds instantly.

Market impact

Impact score
2 / 5
Market signal
Positive / risk-on
Category
Market moves
Model confidence
60%

Transmission channels

Regulatory approval→Market readiness→Instant bond settlement→Increased market efficiency→Higher investor participation

Likely winners & losers

Winners

  • Bonds
  • Financial technology

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