Banking · Portfolio Management Services
Analyze the following scenario involving Portfolio Management Services (PMS). A high-net-worth individual (HNI) invests 5 Crore INR in a 'Discretionary PMS' provided by a private sector bank. During a market downturn, the bank's portfolio manager invests a significant portion of the funds in high-risk unlisted derivatives. The investor suffers a 40 percent loss and sues the bank for breach of contract. Based on SEBI guidelines, what is the most critical factor in determining the bank's liability?
- 1The absolute amount of financial loss suffered by the investor.
- 2Whether the investments complied with the 'Investment Strategy' and 'Risk Profile' agreed in the disclosure document.✓
- 3The historical volatility of the overall stock market index during that quarter.
- 4The fact that the bank is a private sector bank rather than a public sector bank.
Correct answer
Whether the investments complied with the 'Investment Strategy' and 'Risk Profile' agreed in the disclosure document.
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