Understanding option trading and types of options: American vs European
Understanding option trading and types of options: American vs European
Option trading provides a versatile way to invest and manage risk, with American and European options offering different levels of flexibility and cost.
Options are contracts that grant you the right but not the obligation to sell or purchase an underlying asset like stocks at a predetermined price on or before a certain date.
The Nifty 50 and Sectoral Index Derivatives lot size change will become effective on April 26, 2024 - details inside!
Starting April 26, 2024, all Nifty contracts, including weekly, monthly, quarterly, and half-yearly expiries, will have reduced market lot sizes for trading.
According to a circular released by the exchange, the market lot for the Nifty 50 derivative contract will be reduced by half, decreasing from 50 to 25. Similarly, the lot size for the Nifty Financial Services derivative contract will decrease from 40 to 25, while for the Nifty Midcap Select, it will decrease from 75 to 50.
Beyond stocks and bonds: A beginner's guide to unpacking the derivatives toolbox (Part 1)
In this article, we delve into the fascinating realm of derivatives, equipping you with the knowledge to navigate this intricate market with confidence.
In this article, we delve into the fascinating realm of derivatives, equipping you with the knowledge to navigate this intricate market with confidence.
Derivatives: The financial weapon of mass destruction you didn't see coming!
Priced at a colossal USD 1.5 quadrillion, exceeding 10 times the world's GDP
Priced at a colossal USD 1.5 quadrillion, exceeding 10 times the world's GDP
15 Years of Exchange Traded Currency Derivatives Segment on NSE
In the 15-year journey, close to 20 billion contracts worth Rs 609 trillion have been transacted on the exchange.
The USDINR Futures contracts, as well as the USDINR Option contract on NSE, are globally the largest contracts in their respective categories based on the number of contracts traded in the calendar year 2022, according to statistics published by the Futures Industry Association (FIA), a derivatives trade body.
Shares of this derivatives exchange company surged 9 per cent, thanks to its stellar Q2FY23 quarterly results!
This company has a 96.8 per cent in market share in India’s commodity futures market
This company has a 96.8 per cent in market share in India’s commodity futures market.
Which type of investor are you - hedger, speculator or arbitrageur?
Investors prefer derivatives as they facilitate price discovery, strengthen the underlying asset's liquidity, and work effectively as a hedging tool.
Investors prefer derivatives as they facilitate price discovery, strengthen the underlying asset's liquidity, and work effectively as a hedging tool.
Why do investors prefer derivatives over underlying assets?
A ‘derivative’ is a financial contract or a security with a price. Derivative contracts come in many different forms, such as forwards, futures, options, and swaps.
A ‘derivative’ is a financial contract or a security with a price. Derivative contracts come in many different forms, such as forwards, futures, options, and swaps.
Top gainers and losers of Futures and Options segment
On Tuesday, the benchmark indices were seen trading in green after a bearish session on Monday.
List of the futures contracts that are generating the highest as well as the lowest returns for the day.
Top gainers and losers of Futures and Options segment
On Monday, the benchmark indices opened deep in red falling over 1100 points.
List of the futures contracts that are generating the highest as well as the lowest returns for the day.
Top gainers and losers of Futures and Options segment
On Thursday, the benchmark indices are seen trading in green.
List of the futures contracts that are generating the highest as well as the lowest returns for the day.
Top gainers and losers of Futures and Options segment
On Tuesday, the benchmark indices were seen trading in red exhibiting a volatile session.
List of the futures contracts that are generating the highest as well as the lowest returns for the day.