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What is Zero Cost Collar Strategy? How Does it Work?

In options trading, investors make use of different strategies in order to increase profits or reduce risk of losses. A zero-cost collar strategy is one of the strategies that traders use to hedge against the risk of potential losses. It is also referred to as zero-cost options, equity risk reversals and hedge wrappers. This strategy ... What is Zero Cost Collar Strategy? How Does it Work?

Trading 7 min read
Margin Money – Meaning, Calculation & Types

Margin money is an amount traders pay their respective brokers to take exposure in stock or its derivatives. Brokers collect margin money on behalf of the stock exchange to cover the credit risk that a trader takes. For example, let’s say that a trader wants to buy some shares but doesn’t have the total money ... Margin Money – Meaning, Calculation & Types

Trading 6 min read
Top 12 Tips and Tricks for Intraday Traders

Intraday trading can be a tricky affair the first time you try it. There are various things you need to know to conduct successful trades. Knowing certain tips and tricks helps grasp the challenges this trading method poses. Keep reading to know more. Top 12 Tips and Tricks for Intraday Trading Here are some of ... Top 12 Tips and Tricks for Intraday Traders

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What Is the Difference Between NSDL and CDSL?

Since the digitalisation of trading, depositories have played a significant role in facilitating the storage of underlying securities and seamless exchange in general. They speed up buying and selling shares by negating the need for the transfer of share certificates. Furthermore, depositories assist companies in distributing dividends to their respective shareholders.  In the Indian stock ... What Is the Difference Between NSDL and CDSL?

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Everything You Need to Know about the Demat Account Opening Form

Technology has enabled investors to open a Demat or dematerialised account online through a depository participant (DP). However, not everyone is technologically versed, so one may opt to register for a Demat account via offline mode. However, before you opt for a Demat account via offline mode, understand that you will need to physically visit ... Everything You Need to Know about the Demat Account Opening Form

Trading 7 min read
Piercing Line Candlestick Pattern: Meaning, Formation and Advantages

Technical analysis is a trading discipline used to evaluate investments and identify short term or long term trading opportunities by analyzing charts of price movement and volume with the help of certain indicators. There are several types of technical tools and indicators which will go a long way in simplifying your stock trading experience. There ... Piercing Line Candlestick Pattern: Meaning, Formation and Advantages

Trading 6 min read
Over the Counter (OTC) Options: Meaning, Types and Features

Over the Counter (OTC) options are financial contracts that are traded directly between two parties, rather than being listed on a formal exchange. OTC options are often used to hedge against risks in the underlying assets, and they offer a high degree of customization and flexibility.  There are two main types of OTC options: calls ... Over the Counter (OTC) Options: Meaning, Types and Features

Trading 6 min read
Tips to choose the stocks for intraday trading

When you take part in intraday trading, the lion’s share of your success will depend on choosing the right stocks. This is because intraday trades require you to take advantage of price movements and square off your position within a single trading day. So, stocks that may work for other investment strategies, may not work ... Tips to choose the stocks for intraday trading

Trading 5 min read
Online Stock Trading in India: A Beginner’s Guide

These days trading stocks is as easy as shopping online. You will only need your smartphone, good internet connectivity, a 3-in-1 account, mobile banking app, and sufficient funds in your bank account. There is no need to spend hours on hectic paperwork as you can trade in just a single click.  However, stock trading is ... Online Stock Trading in India: A Beginner’s Guide

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What are the eligibility criteria to open a Demat account?

Demat accounts allow you to store shares, mutual funds, and ETFs in digital format, much like a bank account holds your cash. Introducing Demat accounts in India has brought several benefits, including safety from damage and theft that were commonplace with physical certificates of securities.  The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has made ... What are the eligibility criteria to open a Demat account?

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