-1770023052550_d.png "Trading volume will hold steady despite higher STT imposed in Budget 2026: ICRA")
The Union Budget 2026 raised STT on futures and options from April 1, 2026. ICRA expects a 16 percent rise in STT collections in financial year 2027. Derivatives volumes cross 500x GDP in India hence the government said the move aims to curb excessive speculation
02 February,2026 03:05 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Union Budget 2026 brings changes affecting household expenses and consumer choices. Smartphones, sports goods, select drugs, and capital equipment may get cheaper, while alcohol, tobacco, and stock futures trading become costlier
02 February,2026 08:58 AM IST | New Delhi
Union Budget 2026 brings relief with cheaper cancer drugs, a major push for AI and data centres, a 15 per cent hike in defence spending, Rs 10,000 crore for biopharma and targeted support for MSMEs, while triggering mixed political reactions
02 February,2026 07:51 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
Union Budget 2026 focuses on compliance reforms, higher education and health spending, women-led initiatives and medical tourism, while keeping income tax slabs unchanged. Markets fell sharply after a hike in STT on derivatives
02 February,2026 07:37 AM IST | New Delhi | AgenciesADVERTISEMENT
