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Top 10 stocks in India as per market capitalisation
May 22, 2026 | 13 mins read
Investing in the stock market can be quite rewarding, especially when you take a long-term approach. While short-term investments can be unpredictable and volatile, focusing on long-term stocks allows you to capitalise on the growth potential of well-established companies. While fundamental analysis is ideal, many investors prefer investing in top stocks as per market capitalisation since they are market leaders and hence relatively insensitive to short-term market ups and downs.
What are the key features of ₹10 brokerage plans?
May 22, 2026 | 7 mins read
Price movements often draw a lot of attention in intraday or F&O trading. However, the structure of fees or brokerage also affects how much of your gains you actually retain. ₹10 brokerage plans by a stock broker address this concern by replacing your normal percentage-based charges with a fixed, predictable fee.
What is T-PIN?
May 22, 2026 | 5 mins read
The Central Depository Services Limited (CDSL), one of the two active depositories in the country, introduced a dedicated security mechanism - the TPIN system - for all of its demat accounts. If you’re an investor who has a demat account with CDSL, you need to know what TPIN is, its importance and how to generate one for yourself.
What is Sensex and How is it Calculated
May 22, 2026 | 8 mins read
The term, SENSEX was coined in 1989 by a stock market analyst, Deepak Mohoni, and is the combination of the words ‘sensitive’ and ‘index’. With a base value of 100, Sensex is currently trading at < VAR > levels, growing at an absolute rate of < VAR >%. Sensex is a weighted average combination of 30 of the biggest and most actively traded companies listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange.
What is Pre-Open Market Trading?
May 22, 2026 | 7 mins read
The Indian stock market opens up for trading at 9.15 AM and goes on until 3.30 PM. These are the regular trading hours during which investors and traders may place their buy and sell orders. However, in 2010, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) came up with a unique concept known as pre-open market trading that allowed investors and traders to place buy and sell orders before the markets open up for regular trading.
What is the role of technology in modern stock brokerage?
May 22, 2026 | 6 mins read
Stock brokerage today looks nothing like it did even a decade ago. You no longer depend on handwritten notes, delayed confirmations, or constant stockbroker calls. Technology now shapes how you enter markets, analyse data and manage execution risks. What once required institutional access now sits right on your screen. To understand modern investing properly, you need to understand how technology quietly runs the brokerage system behind every trade you place.
What is An NCD (Non-convertible Debenture)
May 22, 2026 | 6 mins read
Companies have multiple options to raise funds, primary amongst which are the issue of shares and debentures. Whilst the former dilutes the overall ownership of the company, the latter creates debt for the company. Companies often opt for the second option i.e., issuing of debentures when they do not want to part or dilute their equity shareholding. There are two types of debentures a company can issue- Convertible Debentures Non Convertible Debentures.
DP Charges in India - A Comprehensive List
May 22, 2026 | 8 mins read
A demat account is a mandatory prerequisite for trading in the Indian stock market. You cannot buy or sell shares through the primary or secondary market without a demat account. However, when you open a demat account, you are obligated to pay certain one-time and recurring fees known as DP charges. Wondering what they are? Here’s a comprehensive guide on what DP charges mean, their different components and who levies these charges.
Basket Orders
May 22, 2026 | 7 mins read
As a trader, timing is everything as even the slightest delay in execution can result in losing out on lucrative opportunities. This is where basket order comes into the picture. A basket order is an order type or a feature which facilitates placing multiple orders in one go. This helps you take timely advantage of market movements, reduces time spent on order execution, and avoids slippages.
What are the types of brokers in India?
May 22, 2026 | 7 mins read
When you enter the Indian stock market to trade or invest, the first formal relationship you begin is with a broker. This choice predominantly shapes how you place trades and the ongoing support you will receive. It also affects your confidence during volatile phases. Hence, the services of Indian SEBI-registered brokers go far beyond executing your trading orders. They act as regulated-market intermediaries, technology providers, and sometimes even strategic guides.
What are the regulatory issues with Trading APIs in India?
May 22, 2026 | 6 mins read
Over the last few years, trading through APIs (Application Programming Interface) has become very popular among traders. This method helps traders automate their trades, connect their trading accounts to third-party tools, or build a custom dashboard for easier execution. No doubt, trading APIs offer great speed, control and flexibility, SEBI strictly regulates their usage in India.
What are Penny Stocks?
May 22, 2026 | 6 mins read
If you’ve been looking at the different categories of stocks available in the Indian financial markets, chances are, you may have heard of penny stocks. Penny stocks are the stocks that trade at extremely low market prices, often below ₹10. The market capitalization of these stocks is also quite small, owing to their low market prices. However, while risky, penny stocks are a hit among investors due to their low market price. In this article, we will help you understand what penny stocks are, how to identify them and how to trade in penny stocks.
What are DP charges in the stock market?
May 22, 2026 | 3 mins read
When you receive your contract note, you must have noticed various charges like brokerage, STT and others being debited from your sale proceeds. But there is one charge that isn't visible on the contract note, but is nonetheless charged. We are referring to DP charge or depository participant charge. Wondering who a depository participant is and what is a DP charge? Well, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we will understand everything about DP charges in the stock market.
How accurate are the predictions from Option Strategy Builder?
May 22, 2026 | 7 mins read
Options trading allows you to design trades for rising markets, falling markets or even sideways movement. Outcome clarity before placing a trade helps alleviate perceived risk, and that’s where an option strategy builder helps backtest and simulate outcomes. Here’s the issue, though: at first glance, the model payoffs (predictions/probabilities) look confident, even if you treat them as non-negotiable results. But in reality, accuracy in strategy builder options is not definitive, and they may not hold up in current market conditions. It’s due to the multitude of variables, such as open Interest and implied volatility, at play. A strategy builder calculates scenarios based on the inputs you provide and the current live market data available. That’s why traders must know the true scope of accuracy in strategy builders.
Technical Analysis of Stocks
May 22, 2026 | 8 mins read
Markets are driven by a variety of micro and macroeconomic factors, with supply and demand being one of the prominent ones. The price movements reflect the balance between buying and selling pressures. Technical analysis can help you, as an investor, identify key support and resistance levels, which are levels where buying or selling pressure may be particularly strong. The process of technical analysis involves the use of various indicators, such as moving averages, momentum indicators, and oscillators, to help identify trends and signals. Let us understand the importance of technical analysis and take a closer look at the techniques the process entails.