SEBI's proposal for open market buybacks could bolster shareholder confidence during market volatility, as it provides companies with the flexibility to use excess cash and maintain their stock prices. Notably, Infosys, GHCL, eClerx, and Bajaj Consumer have collectively invested over ₹20,000 crore in buybacks for FY25-26, indicating their faith in the companies' inherent worth. (The Hindu Business Line)