Why is the European market’s opening bell significant for day traders in India?

The European stock market opening session, also known as the European opening bell, is an important time for traders and investors in India because it sets the tone for the rest of the trading day (which is the after noon trading session in India). It is the first opportunity for traders and investors in Europe Read more about Why is the European market’s opening bell significant for day traders in India?[…]

Looking at charts while the markets are closed gives you the impression that the markets are predictable.

Looking at charts while the stock markets are closed can give the impression that trading the markets is simple because the data is more static and therefore easier to analyze. When the markets are closed, there is no new information coming in and prices are not fluctuating, so it can be easier to identify trends Read more about Looking at charts while the markets are closed gives you the impression that the markets are predictable.[…]

What are CE and PE in options, and how to easily remember them? What exactly is it? 

CE (European call option) and PE (European put option) are financial derivatives that give the holder the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell an underlying asset (such as a stock, commodity, or currency) at a specified price (strike price) on or before a specified date (expiration date). A CE option gives the Read more about What are CE and PE in options, and how to easily remember them? What exactly is it? […]

What is a technical indicator divergence?

A technical indicator divergence is a difference in the movement or direction of a security’s price and an indicator derived from that security’s price or volume, such as moving averages, momentum indicators (RSI, MACD) and oscillators, which are used to analyze the market trend and make predictions about future price movements. The divergence is typically Read more about What is a technical indicator divergence?[…]

Bid and Offer explained, How to quickly recall what is what.

In financial markets, a bid represents the highest price that a buyer is willing to pay for a financial instrument, such as a stock, bond, or commodity. On the other hand, an offer, also known as an ask, represents the lowest price at which a seller is willing to sell the same financial instrument. The Read more about Bid and Offer explained, How to quickly recall what is what.[…]

The significance of US Federal Reserve policy to the global stock market.

The Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decisions can have a significant impact on global stock markets because they can affect economic growth and inflation, which in turn can affect the performance of companies and the stock market as a whole. The Fed conducts monetary policy by adjusting the federal funds rate, which is the interest rate Read more about The significance of US Federal Reserve policy to the global stock market.[…]

What is the concept of “trapped buyers” and “trapped sellers” in intraday trading?

The concept of trapped buyers and trapped sellers refers to situations in which traders or investors are “trapped” in their positions and are unable to exit the market without incurring significant losses. This can occur when there is a sudden shift in market conditions or when there is a lack of liquidity in the market, Read more about What is the concept of “trapped buyers” and “trapped sellers” in intraday trading?[…]

What is ‘lock aspect ratio’ settings on your charting platform?

“Lock aspect ratio” is a setting that can be found in some charting and analysis software programs. It refers to a feature that allows the user to lock the aspect ratio, or the relationship between the width and height, of the chart so that it remains consistent when the chart is resized. When the lock Read more about What is ‘lock aspect ratio’ settings on your charting platform?[…]

Is algorithmic trading different from high frequency trading?

Algorithmic trading and high-frequency trading (HFT) are related but distinct approaches to trading in financial markets. Both involve the use of computer algorithms to facilitate the execution of trades, but there are some key differences between the two approaches. Algorithmic trading refers to the use of computer algorithms to design and execute trades based on Read more about Is algorithmic trading different from high frequency trading?[…]

The first stock broker from India to appear on TradingView’s Trading Panel toolbar.

Dhan.co is the first stock broker from India to appear on the list of brokers supported directly on the TradingView’s Trading Panel toolbar. So with this new facility available, if you are a dhan.co trading account holder, you will be able to login to your broker account directly from TradingView platform itself.  This is a Read more about The first stock broker from India to appear on TradingView’s Trading Panel toolbar.[…]

How to use Free Market Profile chart indicator on the Tradingview platform?

If you are not planning to shell out heavy subscription fees to dedicated Market Profile charting platforms, here is a free alternative that you can meanwhile make use of. On the Tradingview Platform, there is a free to use indicator that draws the market profile value area, point control, etc. All the important variables of Read more about How to use Free Market Profile chart indicator on the Tradingview platform?[…]

A fresh and intuitive backoffice interface is now available on Finvasia.

A fresh and intuitive backoffice interface and reporting system has now been implemented for Finvasia account holders. The latest roll out is not just another feature addition to their previous backoffice interface but this a complete new revamp on their backoffice app with a fresh and modern look and with a lot more features. This Read more about A fresh and intuitive backoffice interface is now available on Finvasia.[…]

Mirae Asset to offer Zero Brokerage Stock Broking services in India.

Discount stock broking services in India has not seen any major announcements in the last couple of years. However, this latest offering from Mirae Asset will probably be the biggest thing happening in the sector during 2022.   Mirae Asset to enter Zero Brokerage stock broking service in India. You heard it, Not Discount stock broking Read more about Mirae Asset to offer Zero Brokerage Stock Broking services in India.[…]

Policies and framework that changed with regard to day trading in India during 2021.

Intraday leverage for equity stocks now becomes standardized to a maximum of 5 times of your trading funds. Maximum of 5 x intraday leverage across all stock brokers. Previously some brokers were providing close to or in excess of 20 times intraday leverage for the most liquid stocks. After the intraday leverage for equity stocks Read more about Policies and framework that changed with regard to day trading in India during 2021.[…]

What does that jobbing p&l section mean on your trading p&l report?

If you are holding a trading account with one of those stock brokers who are still using that outdated back office reporting platform, you will notice an unfamiliar jobbing p&l section on the yearly p&l reports. The jobbing p&l section on your p&l reports shows details of all those intraday trades you have done in Read more about What does that jobbing p&l section mean on your trading p&l report?[…]

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Finvasia’s new web app screenshots – Nov 2021.

From Nov 2021, a new webapp of Finvasia’s Shoonya trading platform is now available at https://shoonyatrade.finvasia.com/ This latest app now supports faster loading, define and execute basket orders, lesser log out’s, supports both chart IQ & tradingview, option to set work pin for quicker login, is light weight and more intuitive for placing your orders. To Read more about Finvasia’s new web app screenshots – Nov 2021.[…]

Before dealing with Liquidbees in small quantities.

Some things to know before dealing with Liquidbees in small / retail quantities. Liquidbees dividends get credited as additional liquidbees units to your demat account and not as cash credits to your bank account like with equity dividends.  When buying Liquidbees using small funds as a retail investor, you start receiving fractional units of Liquidbees Read more about Before dealing with Liquidbees in small quantities.[…]

How to resolve, invalid user error on the new Finvasia mobile app?

The Finvasia trading apps has gone through a further upgrade during Nov 2021. The new app now makes it easier for the development team to roll out updates and integrate changes that are most desired by the clients. If you see an invalid user error on the finvasia mobile app when trying to log in, Read more about How to resolve, invalid user error on the new Finvasia mobile app?[…]

Revisions to the Fyers 30 day challenge from Oct, 2021.

Following revisions have been made to the conditions for winning and receiving the refunds for the popular Fyers 30 day challenge, brokerage refund initiative. The revision has come into effect from 12th October, 2021. Brokerage refund for the winning participants is now limited to a maximum of 5000 INR per challenge. Previously the maximum limit Read more about Revisions to the Fyers 30 day challenge from Oct, 2021.[…]