BSE Introduces Long-Short Benchmarks as ICICI Prudential Launches SIF Long-Short Funds

India's investment landscape is evolving with the introduction of new long-short benchmarks by BSE and the launch of ICICI Prudential's long-short funds under SEBI's Specialised Investment Funds (SIF) framework. BSE has introduced the All Stock Futures Index and is developing additional long-short indices to better benchmark alternative strategies. Meanwhile, ICICI Prudential has launched two long-short funds targeting high-net-worth investors seeking flexible portfolios amid market volatility. These developments aim to bridge gaps between traditional mutual funds and portfolio management services, offering more tailored investment options.