A look at Jio Platforms’ IPO, how the proceeds will be used to cut debt, and what its growth, financials and peer comparison mean for investors.

A Basic Services Demat Account (BSDA) is a simplified demat account designed for small investors. It offers reduced maintenance charges and is ideal for those holding a small number of securities. While there's no minimum balance requirement, BSDA accounts have limitations on the total value of holdings. It's a cost-effective option for beginners or investors with limited holdings.

There are several ways to buy mutual funds: You could invest directly through a mutual fund house or indirectly through a broker.

MTF (Margin Trading Facility) lets you buy stocks by paying only a part of the value. Understand MTF meaning, charges & how it works.

For Indian retail investors, overseas investing has become far more accessible than it was a few years ago. Indian brokerages, global investing apps, and RBI-approved remittance routes now allow individuals to invest abroad without needing a very large corpus.

The Sensex encompasses premier stocks that mirror a particular sector's entire or segment within the Indian stock market. Its function extends beyond representation, aiding investors in making well-informed and prudent investment choices with efficiency and timeliness.