BSE Ltd (formerly Bombay Stock Exchange) is Asia’s oldest stock exchange and one of India’s most important financial market institutions. It plays a central role in capital formation, price discovery, and market integrity for Indian securities. Established in the 19th century, BSE has evolved from a physical trading venue into a fully electronic, technology-driven exchange, serving equities, derivatives, debt instruments, mutual funds, and SMEs. Core Functions Equity & Derivatives Trading Benchmark Indices (notably SENSEX) SME & Startup Listings Debt and Mutual Fund Platforms Clearing, settlement, and market data services Market Significance Home of the SENSEX, India’s most widely tracked equity index Largest number of listed companies globally, reflecting deep market breadth Serves as a primary fundraising platform for Indian corporates Acts as a systemically important market infrastructure ins