Srinagar, March 3 -- Dabba trading refers to an off-market trading practice that involves buying and selling securities without the involvement of official stock exchanges like NSE, BSE, or MCX. In this system, trading takes place directly between two or more parties, bypassing the regulated and legal market infrastructure.

The Risks and Reality of Dabba Trading

Outside Official Exchanges: In dabba trading, transactions do not go through officially recognized exchanges such as MCX. This means trades are not recorded in the official market, making them hard to trace and regulate.

No Billing or Regulations:Unlike official exchanges that require detailed billing and adhere to government regulations, dabba trading lacks these processes, po...