What is Share Pledging?
Share pledging simply means 'giving shares as a collateral security to get a loan'. So it is a 'loan against shares'. The ownership of the shares remains with the pledgor…
Simple strategy to build an investment portfolio
So you want to create an investment portfolio but don't know where to start? You are at the right place! Today lets read how you can build a 'Do it…
National Pension System (NPS) in India: A Comprehensive guide
Features of NPSTypes of NPS accountsChoosing how to invest your NPS contributionHow to choose the fund manager for your NPS contributions?Where do mutual fund houses/fund managers invest the NPS contributions?…
Grey market: A quick guide
What is grey market in stocks?How does grey market work?What is Grey Market Premium?How is grey market premium calculated? What is grey market in stocks? Grey market is a market…
What is a Dividend?
Steps in Dividend Payment ProcessImportant Dividend DatesTypes of DividendTaxation of Dividends in India When a company shares it's profits or earnings with it's shareholders or owners, it is called 'dividend'.…
What is NIFTY 50?
NIFTY 50 is a benchmark stock market index in India. It represents the average of the 50 largest Indian companies listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). NIFTY 50 index…
What is a Share Buyback?
A share buyback happens when a company buys its own shares to reduce the number of shares available in the open market. Generally companies buyback shares at a price higher…
Follow-on Public Offer (FPO): A quick guide
A Follow-on Public Offer (FPO) is share issuance by a company listed on stock exchange. It is an additional issuance of company shares after it's initial public offering (IPO). It…
What is a Stock Split?
Meaning of a stock splitHow stock split works?Example of stock splitAdvantages & Disadvantages of stock splitWhat is a Reverse Stock Split? Meaning of a stock split A stock split is…
Bonus Share: A comprehensive guide
Meaning of a Bonus ShareUnderstanding Bonus SharesEligibility to issue Bonus ShareGuidelines for Bonus Share IssueTaxation of Bonus SharesAdvantages & Disadvantages of Bonus Share Meaning of a Bonus Share A bonus…
What are Small Cap Stocks?
Small cap stocks in India are stocks of companies listed on stock exchange with a market capitalization of less than Rs. 5,000 crores. Market capitalization is calculated as Share price…
What are Mid Cap Stocks?
Mid cap stocks in India are stocks of companies whose market capitalization is between Rs 5,000 crores and Rs 20,000 crores. Market capitalization is calculated as - Total outstanding shares…