Code of Conduct
Last updated 21 September 2026 · Version 2026-09
Sugam Kashyap abides by the Code of Conduct for Research Analysts in Schedule III of the SEBI (Research Analysts) Regulations, 2014, summarised below.
- Honesty and good faith. Act honestly and in good faith.
- Diligence. Act with due skill, care and diligence and ensure research is prepared after thorough analysis.
- Conflict of interest. Take effective steps to avoid conflicts; disclose those that cannot be avoided.
- Insider trading and front running. Not indulge in insider trading or front running; not trade contrary to published recommendations within the restricted period; not accept inducements.
- Confidentiality. Maintain confidentiality of research before publication and of client information.
- Professional standards. Maintain the required certifications, comply with the regulations, circulars and guidelines, and disclose regulatory and disciplinary history.
- Compliance with rules and regulations. Comply with applicable law and cooperate with SEBI and RAASB.
- Responsibility. Take responsibility for all research published under the registration, including where AI tools assist.
- Advertisements. Communicate only in a fair, true and unambiguous manner in line with the SEBI advertisement code; no superlatives, no promise of returns, no testimonials.
Personal trading policy
The Research Analyst and immediate family do not trade in a security contrary to a published recommendation for 30 days after publication, and do not trade ahead of publication. Holdings are disclosed on every report.