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SEBI warns investors against fake WhatsApp stock tips
The Story in Brief
SEBI has warned investors against fake WhatsApp stock tips and unauthorised trading calls circulated through private groups. The regulator said fraudsters use false profit claims, fake testimonials and misleading advice to lure unsuspecting investors.
SEBI urged investors to avoid unknown WhatsApp groups, verify financial intermediaries through its official website, and use only authentic trading apps. The advisory comes amid rising stock market participation and continued regulatory action against unregistered financial influencers and stock market manipulation.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The warning targets a persistent channel of stock fraud that exploits the popularity of WhatsApp groups. Investors who rely on unsolicited tips risk losing capital, and the regulator is signalling that unregistered advice remains illegal even when it comes through private chats. The advisory names no specific case but broadens SEBI's ongoing crackdown on unregistered financial influencers. Investors must now check intermediaries on SEBI's website before acting on any tip.
Source: businesstoday.in
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