Every company reaches a point where they have to raise funds for their growth needs or to survive, preferably the former. This need for capital is primarily raised through two financing options i.e. debt financing vs equity financing. What is Equity Financing? Equity Financing refers to raising capital by selling off the promoters’ stake i.e. … [Read more…]
As one decides to take up trading there are several alternatives available. The best among all these alternatives being books. These would save novice traders a lot of time and money by helping them avoid several of these mistakes. Here is a list of some books which we feel are masterpieces when it comes to … [Read more…]
Entering the Indian virtual stock market can be a tedious job for beginners. First, you need to open your brokerage account (demat and trading account). This means that you have to pay the account opening charges and go through the complex documentation process. Further, as stock market trading involves market risk, you can always lose … [Read more…]
Being a successful part of the world of trading already sets you apart from the rest. But have you ever wondered what it would be like to be one of the very best traders in the world? Don’t worry we have come up with a list of the greatest traders of all time that you’d … [Read more…]
Most people at some time have thought to start investing in the stock market. Their reasons to start investing may be different, yet the final goal is always the same “To make money”. However, because of some myth or misconceptions that they heard from their Uncle or close kin, they were afraid to take the … [Read more…]
There are two major stock exchanges in India to trade in stocks: The Bombay stock exchange (BSE) and the National stock exchange (NSE). The timing of both BSE & NSE for the trading clock is the same. For a quick answer, the stock market timings in India for normal trading in the equity market is between … [Read more…]
There is a multitude of Economic factors that determine the performance of financial markets. Throughout the economic calendar, new information becomes available at periodic intervals that provides insights to better understand the present and predict the future. Today, we’ll look into the major financial events that move the market. This article gives a brief description … [Read more…]
Commodity trading had been around in India for hundreds of years. But as history took its course we were victims of invasions, government policies, and their amendments made commodity trading a rarity even though it was flourishing in other countries. Today with favorable laws being implemented commodity trading is once again being accepted even in … [Read more…]
Imagine having the power to own something at a price you want and not worry about the future uncertainties. Options trading gives you this power. Before dwelling deeper into the Ocean of Option trading strategies, let us have a quick snapshot of the concept of Options and its types. Basics of Options Trading “Options can … [Read more…]
Being Indians NRIs are allowed to invest in the Indian stock markets but with a few added restrictions. Today we take a look at the means through which NRIs can invest in the Indian stock market. Who is an NRI? The Indian Law considers Citizens and persons of Indian origin (PIO) as NRI’s. A person who … [Read more…]