The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has recently announced a relaxation in disclosure norms for foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) operating in the country. The regulatory body has increased the asset threshold for granular beneficial ownership disclosures from Rs 25,000 crore to Rs 50,000 crore. This means that FPIs with equity assets under management (AUM) exceeding Rs 50,000 crore in India will now be required to provide detailed ownership information. The revised framework is effective immediately, aiming to streamline the reporting process for FPIs and enhance transparency in the market. This move is expected to benefit large FPIs operating in India by reducing the compliance burden associated with ownership disclosures. The decision comes as part of Sebi’s ongoing efforts to simplify regulations and attract more foreign investments into the Indian market. This development is significant for FPIs and the broader investment community in India, as it signals a more investor-friendly regulatory environment.