New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) The government on Sunday said the intent behind the hike in the Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on futures and options is to address systemic risks and curb excessive speculation.Addressing the media here after the Budget 2026-27 was presented, Revenue Secretary Arvind Shrivastava said the intent to increase STT on futures and options is aimed at curbing excessive speculation as well as systemic risks linked to STT.The stock market reacted negatively to the hike in STT, …
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