Jane Street Returns to Indian Markets After SEBI-Mandated Deposit

Global trading giant Jane Street Group has been allowed to resume its trading activities in India after complying with a key order from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The firm has deposited ₹4,843.5 crore in an escrow account, meeting the major condition in SEBI’s interim order dated July 3, 2025.

This move marks a significant moment in a case that has grabbed attention across the global financial ecosystem.

Deposit Made, Restrictions Lifted

Sources close to the development confirmed that Jane Street deposited the full amount on Friday, triggering the automatic lifting of the trading restrictions imposed earlier. SEBI had stated in Clause 62.1 of its interim order that Jane Street must deposit the alleged unlawful gains in a lien-marked escrow account with a scheduled commercial bank in India.

Clause 62.2 of the same order had barred the firm from any direct or indirect activity in the Indian securities market, while also instructing custodians, banks, and registrars to freeze the company’s assets.

However, Clause 62.11 mentioned that all restrictions would cease once the required deposit was made — a condition that has now been fulfilled.

“With the deposit made in an escrow account and the order’s terms met, Jane Street can now resume its trading operations,” said a person aware of the matter.

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Strategy Still Under Watch

Although the path is now open for Jane Street to resume trading, the firm cannot use the trading strategy that SEBI had flagged as suspicious in its order. SEBI has warned the company to avoid any fraudulent or manipulative practices moving forward.

The regulator has also directed Indian stock exchanges to closely monitor Jane Street’s market behavior to prevent any potential manipulation.

“Cease and desist from… dealing in securities using any of the patterns identified or alluded to in this order,” SEBI’s order stated.

What Happens Next?

It’s not yet clear whether Jane Street will immediately return to full-scale trading or take a more measured approach as it assesses regulatory sentiment. The company may opt to remain cautious in the short term.

Additionally, SEBI has stated that if Jane Street or its entities provide valid, justifiable reasons to counter the allegations, the restrictions could be lifted entirely after a hearing. If a detailed investigation proves there was no market manipulation, the impounded gains may be released.

Background Recap

This entire episode began with SEBI’s interim order on July 3, which alleged market manipulation by Jane Street in index closing trades on expiry days. Jane Street has strongly contested these claims, saying in an internal memo that SEBI “misunderstood a standard hedging practice.”

Emails sent to both SEBI and Jane Street for comments remained unanswered at the time of publishing.

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