A bond is a debt instrument through which an entity, a company, bank, or government borrows money from investors. When you buy a bond, you are lending money to the issuer. In return, the issuer pays you fixed interest (called coupon) at regular intervals and returns the principal at the […]
What is an ETF?
An ETF (Exchange Traded Fund) is a type of investment fund that is listed and traded on a stock exchange — just like a regular stock. It holds a basket of securities such as stocks, bonds, or commodities and tracks the performance of an underlying index or asset. For example, […]
What Happens After You Apply for an IPO?
Submitting your application is just the first step. Here’s exactly what happens from the moment the subscription window closes to the day your shares start trading. Subscription Closes Once the IPO close date passes, no new applications are accepted. The registrar begins processing all submitted applications, removing invalid ones and […]
What Are the Key Dates in an IPO?
Every IPO follows a fixed timeline with specific dates that matter to you as an investor. Missing or misunderstanding any of these can affect your application or your trading plans. IPO Open Date This is the date from which you can start submitting applications. The subscription window typically opens at […]
What is the Lot Size in an IPO and How is it Decided?
When you apply for an IPO, you can’t choose any random number of shares. Applications must be submitted in fixed multiples called lots. Understanding lot size helps you plan your application and budget correctly. What is a Lot? A lot is the minimum number of shares you must apply for […]
What Are the Different Investor Categories in an IPO?
When you apply for an IPO, you’re placed into a specific investor category and each category has its own reserved portion of shares and its own allotment method. Knowing where you fit helps you set the right expectations. Retail Individual Investors (RII) If you’re applying for up to ₹2 lakh […]
What is the Price Band and Cut-Off Price in an IPO?
When you sit down to apply for an IPO, two terms will come up immediately: price band and cut-off price. Getting these right is essential to applying correctly and maximising your allotment chances. What is a Price Band? A price band is the range within which you can place your […]
What is the Difference Between a Primary Market and Secondary Market?
When you invest in the stock market, you’re participating in one of two markets – the primary market or the secondary market. You may not always realise which one you’re in, but the distinction matters because it tells you exactly what happens to your money. The Primary Market — Buying […]
What is an IPO and Why Do Companies Go Public?
If you’ve been hearing the term IPO a lot lately and wondering what it actually means for you as an investor, you’re in the right place. An Initial Public Offering, or IPO, is simply the first time a private company sells its shares to the general public. Before an IPO, […]
What is Bid Price and Ask Price?
Every time you look up a stock on your trading platform, you’ll notice two prices not one. These are the bid price and the ask price, and the difference between them is called the spread. Understanding these three terms helps you trade more efficiently and avoid paying more than you […]
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