Investors need to open a demat account with a Depository Participant (DP), which acts as a bridge between an investor and a depository. There are two major share depositories in India: NSDL (National Securities Depositories Limited) and CDSL (Central Depositories Services Limited). Both are registered with the government and incorporated by market regulator SEBI. They …
Physical shares can be dematerialised if they have the company’s name and face value on them. To verify the physical share certificate, visit bseindia.com and enter the company name or ISIN. If the face value on the certificate does not match the current face value, clients should contact the Registrar and Transfer Agents (RTA) to …
A loan against demat shares is a great borrowing option due to the following factors: Easier with the same financial institution: Applying for a loan from the same financial institution that holds your demat account can make the process smoother. The institution already has your shares as collateral, which streamlines the disbursal process. It’s important …
What is Portfolio Diversification? Portfolio diversification is a crucial concept in finance, epitomised by the adage “Don’t Put All Your Eggs in One Basket.” This principle underscores the importance of spreading investments across various asset classes to mitigate risk. By diversifying across equities, commodities, currencies, and bonds, investors can shield themselves from unforeseen market movements, …
Mutual fund (MF) investors in the country are spoilt for choice. There are 1,500-odd MF schemes that vie for investor attention. So, after making the right choice, what happens to the MF units that you buy? Read on. There are two ways to store your MF units— in a statement of account (SOA) with an …
However, alongside the convenience, there’s also been an uptick in fraud cases associated with demat accounts over the past decade. This rise in fraudulent activities can be attributed to the influx of new investors entering the market without adequate knowledge of safeguarding their investments. While stock market regulators and brokerage firms continuously strive to implement …
Dividends play a significant role in generating income for investors in stocks or mutual funds. Dividends signify a fraction of a company’s profits shared with its shareholders. This allocation is influenced by multiple factors, encompassing earnings, financial health, and corporate strategies. Companies often declare dividends periodically, whether quarterly or annually, reflecting their commitment to distributing …
The reasons Brokers often have reservations about allowing investors to link their trading accounts with demat accounts held by clients at other brokerages. For one, they face challenges in analysing an investor’s demat accounts held with other depository participants (DPs) or brokers. This lack of transparency can complicate the management and verification of an investor’s …