STT hike in F&O intended to discourage speculative trade, handle systemic risk in derivatives: Revenue Secretary

2026-02-01 - 11:05

The Budget has proposed an increase in the STT on futures contracts to 0.05% from 0.025%. STT on options premium and exercise of options are proposed to be raised to 0.15% from the present rate of 0.1% and 0.125%, respectively