F&O trading bill: Retail traders pay Rs 25,000 crore transaction costs in FY26 despite big losses
- Posted on August 20, 2026
- By Business News Today
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In brief
India's retail derivatives market reveals alarming statistics for FY26, with individual traders expending Rs 25,000 crore in transaction fees while experiencing substantial financial deterioration. Data indicates that nearly nine in ten retail participants faced losses totaling Rs 91,685 crore, predominantly driven by options trading which represented 92% of aggregate losses. The market witnessed a notable decline in active trader participation, alongside concentrated activity in near-expiry contracts, raising concerns about market structure and retail investor protection.
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F&O trading bill: Retail traders pay Rs 25,000 crore transaction costs in FY26 despite big losses
Retail traders paid around Rs 25,000 crore in F&O transaction costs during FY26, while nearly 88% incurred losses. Aggregate losses reached Rs 91,685 crore, with options accounting for 92%. Active traders fell sharply, while near-expiry trading remained highly concentrated.
