What is a depository participant (DP) in an IPO application?

The entities that are registered with SEBI are allowed to act as a link between the depositories and investors are known as the depository participants. Read ahead to understand in more detail

Explain Like I'm 5: What is an IPO Prospectus?

A prospectus for an initial public offering (IPO) is a legal document required by SEBI for companies who want to list their stock on the stock exchange. It is published in the investor's interests and comprises all relevant information about the firm and its future objectives. Continue reading to learn more about the many kinds of prospectuses.

What is Momentum Investing and How can I use it to trade efficiently?

Investors utilise momentum to trade stocks, with optimistic momentum indicating a rising price and negative momentum indicating a dropping price. Read the article to learn about the advantages, disadvantages, and many forms of momentum investing.

What is a Public Provident Fund and its features?

Public Provident funds or PPF are one of the best government backed long term investment options for people who are looking for retirement saving schemes. It also helps you save taxes under section 80C. To learn more, keep reading.

What is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)?

Employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) provide employees business equity, often based on their length of service. It's usually included as part of a remuneration package, with shares vesting over time. Continue reading to know more about ESOPs.

How does an IPO work?

An initial public offering (IPO) allows a firm to list on the stock exchange and raise funds for capital investment, debt repayment and to provide an exit path for its key investors.

What is a Bull and Bear Market?

Stock markets tend to undergo a lot of changes on a regular basis that also leads to wild swings in stock prices. This gives rise to a particular kind of phase of the market, popularly known as the ‘bull’ phase and ‘bear’ phase. We decode the two commonly used terms for the state of stock markets

Types of Mutual funds

Let's take a look at the different types of mutual funds available for investment.

What exactly are large-cap, midcap, small and all other caps?

Are stock market jargons holding you back from starting your investment journey? Fret not! Take the first step with us. We explain what these most-used terms are

What are ESOPs? Key things to know for an employee if your firm is offering them

A number of firms, especially startups offer ESOPs as a part of a benefit plan to its employees. Key things to understand and remember if your company is offering you ESOPs.

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