Understanding
the Landscape
and
Opportunities
DERIVATIVE MARKET IN
INDIA: AN OVERVIEW
BY: ANJANEY JAIN
INDEX
Serial No. Topic
1. Introduction
2. What are Derivatives?
3. Benefits
4. Types of Derivatives in India
5. Market Size and Growth
6. Market Structure
7. Participants
8. Challenges
9. Conclusion
Derivatives are financial instruments whose value is derived from an underlying
asset or a group of assets. These assets range from stocks, bonds, commodities,
currencies, interest rates, or market indices. The derivatives market is a
financial marketplace where derivative contracts are bought and sold.
 Definition of derivatives: A derivative is a financial contract between two or
more parties that derives its value from an underlying asset, commodity, or
index.
 Importance of derivatives: Derivatives are financial instruments that play a
vital role in risk management, speculation, and leverage.
 Indian derivative market scenario: India has two types of derivative
markets: the exchanges-traded market and the over-the-counter (OTC) market.
INTRODUCTION
 Definition:
A derivative is a financial instrument that derives its
value from an underlying asset. Examples: Options,
Futures, Forwards, Swaps.
 History of Derivative Market in India:
1990: Introduction of derivatives in India.
2000: Launch of index futures and options on NSE.
2001: Launch of stock futures and options on NSE
2003: Introduction of interest rate derivatives.
WHAT ARE DERIVATIVES?
BENEFITS
Risk Management
Increased Market
Efficiency
Liquidity Flexibility Levage
Derivatives enable
hedging, allowing
participants to
manage and mitigate
potential losses or
gains.
Derivatives help
allocate risk more
efficiently, leading
to more accurate
pricing in the
underlying market.
They provide an
opportunity,
increasing market
liquidity and
attracting more
participants.
Derivatives offer
customized
solutions for
hedging and
speculation, catering
to diverse needs.
Derivatives allow for
leveraged positions,
amplifying potential
gains (and losses).
Speculation Price Discovery
Arbitrage
Opportunities
Diversification Economic Growth
Derivatives enable
speculation, allowing
participants to take
positions on market
expectations.
Derivatives
contribute to price
discovery, providing
insights into market
expectations.
Derivatives facilitate
arbitrage, ensuring
price consistency
across markets.
Derivatives offer a
new asset class,
enabling
diversification and
potentially reducing
portfolio risk.
Derivatives facilitate
investment,
financing, and risk
management,
supporting economic
growth.
 Equity Derivatives:
 Currency Derivatives:
 Interest Rate Derivatives:
TYPES OF DERIVATIVES IN INDIA
Index: Derive their value from market movements for an underlying index.
Stock: Derive their value from market movements for an underlying stock.
Currency:
One buys or sells a specific foreign currency for delivery
at a designated price in future.
Government
Securities:
Debt instruments issued by governments to raise funds.
Interest Rate
Swaps:
Financial agreement to exchange cash flows over a contract's lifetime.
The Indian derivative market has experienced significant growth in
recent years, with a substantial increase in market size and trading
volumes. As of 2022, the total turnover in the Indian derivative market
stood at approximately ₹1,400 lakh crore (₹140 trillion), with an average
daily turnover of around ₹6 lakh crore (₹6 trillion). This represents a
growth of over 20% compared to the previous year.
The growth in the Indian derivative market can be attributed to factors
such as increased market awareness, improved trading infrastructure, and
regulatory initiatives aimed at promoting derivatives trading.
Additionally, the introduction of new products and instruments, such as
weekly options and volatility indexes, has further contributed to the
market's expansion.
Looking ahead, the Indian derivative market is expected to continue its
growth trajectory, driven by increasing demand for risk management and
investment products.
MARKET SIZE AND GROWTH
The market structure of Indian derivatives is comprised of several key
components. At the core are the exchanges, which include the National
Stock Exchange (NSE), Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), Multi
Commodity Exchange (MCX), and National Commodity and Derivatives
Exchange (NCDEX). These exchanges provide a platform for trading
various derivative instruments.
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) serves as the
regulatory body, overseeing the derivatives market to ensure fair and
transparent trading practices. SEBI sets guidelines and rules to protect
investors and maintain market integrity.
A diverse range of market participants engage in the Indian derivatives
market, including retail investors, institutional investors, foreign
institutional investors (FIIs), market makers, hedgers, speculators, and
arbitrageurs. Each participant plays a unique role in contributing to
market liquidity and efficiency.
MARKET STRUCTURE
Retail Investors
Institutional
Investors
Foreign Institutional
Investors (FIIs)
Market Makers Hedgers
Individual investors
who trade in
derivatives for
personal investment or
hedging purposes.
Organizations that
invest in derivatives
on behalf of their
clients or
beneficiaries, such as:
Mutual Funds, Banks,
etc.
Foreign entities that
invest in Indian
derivatives, such as:
Foreign Mutual
Funds, Foreign Banks,
etc.
Specialized
participants who
provide liquidity to
the market by: trading
securities,
Maintaining market
stability, etc.
Participants who use
derivatives to mitigate
risks associated with:
Price fluctuations,
Commodity price
changes, etc.
Speculators Arbitrageurs
Proprietary Trading
Firms
Financial
Institutions
Clearing Members
Participants who take
positions in
derivatives to profit
from: Price
movements, Market
volatility, Market
trends, etc.
Participants who
exploit price
differences between:
Two or more markets,
etc.
Companies that trade
derivatives using their
own capital, often
employing advanced
trading strategies.
Entities that
participate in the
derivative market to:
Hedge their own risks,
Provide derivative
products, Engage in
trading.
Members of clearing
corporations who:
Clear and settle trades,
Guarantee trades,
Manage risk, etc.
PARTICIPANTS
 Regulatory complexities and frequent changes
 Limited trading hours and platforms
 Inefficient clearing and settlement mechanisms
 Low liquidity in certain segments
 Limited range of derivative products
 Complexity in product structures and pricing
 Limited awareness and education among retail investors
 High costs and fees associated with trading and clearing
 Outdated technology and trading systems
 Cyber security risks and data privacy concerns
 Intense global competition
 Limited competitiveness of Indian derivative products
 Talent retention issues
CHALLENGES
In conclusion, the derivative market in India has come a long way since its
introduction in the 1990s. From a humble beginning to a thriving market with a
total turnover of over ₹140 trillion in 2022-2023. The market offers a range of
products, including equity, currency, and interest rate derivatives, catering to
the needs of various participants.
Despite the growth, the market faces challenges such as regulatory
complexities, market volatility, and lack of awareness. However, these
challenges also present opportunities for growth and development. As the
market continues to evolve, it is essential to address these challenges and work
towards creating a more robust and efficient derivative market.
The future outlook of the derivative market in India looks promising, with
increasing participation from retail investors, growing popularity of options
trading, and the introduction of new products. As the market continues to grow,
it is expected to play a significant role in the overall development of the Indian
financial market. With the right regulatory framework, infrastructure, and
market practices in place, the Indian derivative market is poised for
continued success.
CONCLUSION

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  • 1.
  • 2.
    INDEX Serial No. Topic 1.Introduction 2. What are Derivatives? 3. Benefits 4. Types of Derivatives in India 5. Market Size and Growth 6. Market Structure 7. Participants 8. Challenges 9. Conclusion
  • 3.
    Derivatives are financialinstruments whose value is derived from an underlying asset or a group of assets. These assets range from stocks, bonds, commodities, currencies, interest rates, or market indices. The derivatives market is a financial marketplace where derivative contracts are bought and sold.  Definition of derivatives: A derivative is a financial contract between two or more parties that derives its value from an underlying asset, commodity, or index.  Importance of derivatives: Derivatives are financial instruments that play a vital role in risk management, speculation, and leverage.  Indian derivative market scenario: India has two types of derivative markets: the exchanges-traded market and the over-the-counter (OTC) market. INTRODUCTION
  • 4.
     Definition: A derivativeis a financial instrument that derives its value from an underlying asset. Examples: Options, Futures, Forwards, Swaps.  History of Derivative Market in India: 1990: Introduction of derivatives in India. 2000: Launch of index futures and options on NSE. 2001: Launch of stock futures and options on NSE 2003: Introduction of interest rate derivatives. WHAT ARE DERIVATIVES?
  • 5.
    BENEFITS Risk Management Increased Market Efficiency LiquidityFlexibility Levage Derivatives enable hedging, allowing participants to manage and mitigate potential losses or gains. Derivatives help allocate risk more efficiently, leading to more accurate pricing in the underlying market. They provide an opportunity, increasing market liquidity and attracting more participants. Derivatives offer customized solutions for hedging and speculation, catering to diverse needs. Derivatives allow for leveraged positions, amplifying potential gains (and losses). Speculation Price Discovery Arbitrage Opportunities Diversification Economic Growth Derivatives enable speculation, allowing participants to take positions on market expectations. Derivatives contribute to price discovery, providing insights into market expectations. Derivatives facilitate arbitrage, ensuring price consistency across markets. Derivatives offer a new asset class, enabling diversification and potentially reducing portfolio risk. Derivatives facilitate investment, financing, and risk management, supporting economic growth.
  • 6.
     Equity Derivatives: Currency Derivatives:  Interest Rate Derivatives: TYPES OF DERIVATIVES IN INDIA Index: Derive their value from market movements for an underlying index. Stock: Derive their value from market movements for an underlying stock. Currency: One buys or sells a specific foreign currency for delivery at a designated price in future. Government Securities: Debt instruments issued by governments to raise funds. Interest Rate Swaps: Financial agreement to exchange cash flows over a contract's lifetime.
  • 7.
    The Indian derivativemarket has experienced significant growth in recent years, with a substantial increase in market size and trading volumes. As of 2022, the total turnover in the Indian derivative market stood at approximately ₹1,400 lakh crore (₹140 trillion), with an average daily turnover of around ₹6 lakh crore (₹6 trillion). This represents a growth of over 20% compared to the previous year. The growth in the Indian derivative market can be attributed to factors such as increased market awareness, improved trading infrastructure, and regulatory initiatives aimed at promoting derivatives trading. Additionally, the introduction of new products and instruments, such as weekly options and volatility indexes, has further contributed to the market's expansion. Looking ahead, the Indian derivative market is expected to continue its growth trajectory, driven by increasing demand for risk management and investment products. MARKET SIZE AND GROWTH
  • 8.
    The market structureof Indian derivatives is comprised of several key components. At the core are the exchanges, which include the National Stock Exchange (NSE), Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), and National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX). These exchanges provide a platform for trading various derivative instruments. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) serves as the regulatory body, overseeing the derivatives market to ensure fair and transparent trading practices. SEBI sets guidelines and rules to protect investors and maintain market integrity. A diverse range of market participants engage in the Indian derivatives market, including retail investors, institutional investors, foreign institutional investors (FIIs), market makers, hedgers, speculators, and arbitrageurs. Each participant plays a unique role in contributing to market liquidity and efficiency. MARKET STRUCTURE
  • 9.
    Retail Investors Institutional Investors Foreign Institutional Investors(FIIs) Market Makers Hedgers Individual investors who trade in derivatives for personal investment or hedging purposes. Organizations that invest in derivatives on behalf of their clients or beneficiaries, such as: Mutual Funds, Banks, etc. Foreign entities that invest in Indian derivatives, such as: Foreign Mutual Funds, Foreign Banks, etc. Specialized participants who provide liquidity to the market by: trading securities, Maintaining market stability, etc. Participants who use derivatives to mitigate risks associated with: Price fluctuations, Commodity price changes, etc. Speculators Arbitrageurs Proprietary Trading Firms Financial Institutions Clearing Members Participants who take positions in derivatives to profit from: Price movements, Market volatility, Market trends, etc. Participants who exploit price differences between: Two or more markets, etc. Companies that trade derivatives using their own capital, often employing advanced trading strategies. Entities that participate in the derivative market to: Hedge their own risks, Provide derivative products, Engage in trading. Members of clearing corporations who: Clear and settle trades, Guarantee trades, Manage risk, etc. PARTICIPANTS
  • 10.
     Regulatory complexitiesand frequent changes  Limited trading hours and platforms  Inefficient clearing and settlement mechanisms  Low liquidity in certain segments  Limited range of derivative products  Complexity in product structures and pricing  Limited awareness and education among retail investors  High costs and fees associated with trading and clearing  Outdated technology and trading systems  Cyber security risks and data privacy concerns  Intense global competition  Limited competitiveness of Indian derivative products  Talent retention issues CHALLENGES
  • 11.
    In conclusion, thederivative market in India has come a long way since its introduction in the 1990s. From a humble beginning to a thriving market with a total turnover of over ₹140 trillion in 2022-2023. The market offers a range of products, including equity, currency, and interest rate derivatives, catering to the needs of various participants. Despite the growth, the market faces challenges such as regulatory complexities, market volatility, and lack of awareness. However, these challenges also present opportunities for growth and development. As the market continues to evolve, it is essential to address these challenges and work towards creating a more robust and efficient derivative market. The future outlook of the derivative market in India looks promising, with increasing participation from retail investors, growing popularity of options trading, and the introduction of new products. As the market continues to grow, it is expected to play a significant role in the overall development of the Indian financial market. With the right regulatory framework, infrastructure, and market practices in place, the Indian derivative market is poised for continued success. CONCLUSION