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Under SEBI Portfolio Managers Regulations, what is the minimum amount a client must bring in as the initial investment with a portfolio manager (other than accredited investors)?

The minimum investment per client with a portfolio manager is Rs 50 lakh, in cash, securities or both. SEBI raised it from the earlier Rs 25 lakh, though accredited investors can have a lower threshold under the regulations.

  1. ARs 10 lakh
  2. BRs 25 lakh
  3. CRs 50 lakhCorrect
  4. DRs 1 crore

Explanation

SEBI prescribes a minimum investment of Rs 50 lakh per client, either in funds or securities or a combination, across the portfolio manager's services. Rs 25 lakh was the earlier limit, before the revision. Accredited investors may be allowed to invest below this amount.

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