An account for holding financial securities in electronic form. It simplifies the process of trading and investing in shares.

An account used to buy and sell securities in the stock market. It is linked to a Demat account for seamless transactions.

A marketplace for buying and selling stocks and other securities. It includes primary and secondary markets.

Benchmarks that show the performance of a group of stocks. Examples include the S&P BSE Sensex, Nifty 50 etc.

A process to verify the identity of clients to prevent fraud and money laundering. It involves providing personal identification documents.

Financial contracts whose value is derived from an underlying asset. Examples include futures, options, and swaps.

The first sale of a company’s stock to the public. It allows companies to raise capital from investors.

Investment funds that pool money from many investors to buy a diversified portfolio of securities. Managed by professional fund managers.

Debt securities issued by entities to raise funds, promising to pay back with interest. They are considered lower-risk investments compared to stocks.

Buying and selling of shares via the internet. It offers convenience and real-time access to market information.

Basic goods used in commerce that are interchangeable with other goods of the same type. Examples include gold, oil, and agricultural products.

A system of money in general use in a country. Foreign exchange trading involves buying and selling currencies.

The process of managing one’s finances to achieve personal economic satisfaction. It includes budgeting, saving, investing, and retirement planning.

Strategies to minimize tax liabilities. It involves using legal methods to reduce taxable income.