Futures and Options are both derivative contracts but they work quite differently. Here’s how the two compare. Obligation With futures, both the buyer and seller are obligated to honour the contract on expiry. With options, only the seller is obligated the buyer has the right to exercise the contract but […]
What Are Futures and Options?
Futures and Options commonly known as F&O are contracts that let you take a position on a stock or index at a specific price on a future date. They are traded on NSE and BSE just like regular stocks, but they work differently from simply buying or selling shares. Futures […]
What Are the Trading Hours for a Stock on Its IPO Listing Day?
When a company lists on the stock exchange after its IPO, the first day of trading works a little differently from a regular trading day. Pre-open session: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM On listing day, the stock goes through an extended pre-open session from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM it […]
What Are the Pre-Market and Post-Market Sessions on NSE & BSE?
The stock market doesn’t simply switch on at 9:15 AM and off at 3:30 PM. There are two additional sessions, one before the regular market opens and one after it closes. Here’s how each one works. Pre-market session: 9:00 AM – 9:15 AM The pre-market session runs for 15 minutes […]
What Are the Auto Square Off Timings for Open Intraday Positions?
If you trade intraday, it is important to know that any open position you haven’t closed by a certain time will be squared off automatically by your broker. This is called auto square off, and missing the timing can result in additional charges. What is auto square off? When you […]
What Are Stock Market Timings?
Stock market timings in India vary depending on what you trade. Equity, commodities, and currency derivatives each have different hours. Here’s a complete breakdown. Equity markets (NSE & BSE) The regular trading session for stocks runs from 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday. This applies to both NSE […]
Why did my withdrawal fail?
A withdrawal failure is different from a rejection — it means the payout was initiated but could not be completed due to a technical issue. Here are the common reasons: Incorrect or inactive bank account – If your registered bank account details have changed or the account is inactive, the […]
How long does it take to resolve failed transactions?
Resolution time depends on the type of failure. The table below covers the standard timelines: Failure Type Resolution Time Payment gateway / UPI timeout 24 to 48 working hours Payment gateway / UPI failure 4 to 5 working days Unlinked bank refund 3 to 5 working days These reversals are […]
Can failed transactions be reversed automatically?
Yes. In most cases, failed transactions are reversed automatically and no action is required from you. When a deposit fails after your bank account has been debited, the payment gateway or bank initiates a reversal to the source account as part of the standard reconciliation process. Reversal timelines: Failure Type […]
What should I do if my UPI transfer failed?
Before doing anything, check two things: Was your bank debited? — Open your bank app or check your SMS. If there’s no debit, the transaction didn’t go through and you can retry straight away. Did Samco receive the funds? — Log in and check your ledger balance. UPI transfers sometimes […]
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