Indian regulator locks U.S. trading firm out of its stock market, accusing it of ‘index manipulation’ and ‘unlawful gains’
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 04 2025
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Source: MarketWatch
Accusations and Penalty: Jane Street, a U.S. proprietary trading firm, has been accused of index manipulation by the Indian Securities and Exchange Board and fined approximately $570 million for its illegal gains.
Market Restrictions: Following the ruling, Jane Street entities are prohibited from accessing the securities market and engaging in any buying, selling, or dealing in securities.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
