EQUITY (EQ)

Invest in Equities


Typically, companies offer a stake in their ownership to the public in exchange for funds. Investors acquire a portion of this ownership by purchasing shares in the company, thereby becoming shareholders. These shares are commonly referred to as equities.


Equities are actively traded on the stock market, whether in the primary or secondary market. In the primary market, companies make their debut through an Initial Public Offering, making new securities available. In the secondary market, investors trade securities that have already been issued. Presently, there are over 1300 securities available for equity trading on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and more than 6000 on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).

How can equities be traded?


Trading in equities is a straightforward process. Simply acquire shares of a company. To do this, you will require an NRI demat and trading account, and then link it to your NRI savings/PIS bank account for seamless transfer of funds for equity purchases.

Why should you consider investing in stocks?


Simply saving money and setting it aside is not enough.


Here are the reasons why investing in the stock market is a smart choice:


Combat inflation:

Investing is a way to combat inflation, which causes the prices of everyday goods and services to increase. With inflation, you need to spend more money to buy the same things, so you have to save more to cover future expenses. Investing can help increase the value of your money by providing timely returns, and equity trading is one of the most effective ways to combat inflation.


Superior to cash:

Although stock market investments are considered risky by many, all investments carry a certain level of risk. While keeping cash in bank accounts or stashing it away in lockers may seem very secure, the low returns it generates are insufficient to combat inflation. In the long run, equities outperform cash as an investment.


Top long-term returns:

Equity investments can deliver impressive long-term returns, as demonstrated in the chart below.

What does Kotak Securities offer?


Fluctuations are an inherent aspect of the stock market. Nevertheless, achieving success in stock market investments lies in maximizing long-term returns while navigating daily fluctuations. This requires a disciplined and well-informed approach, enabling you to maintain control over your finances.


Kotak Securities provides a range of services to assist with this.


Instruments available to trade:

Kotak Securities provides the opportunity to trade in various financial instruments, including shares (both equity and preferred), debentures (partly or fully convertible), warrants, coupons, bonds, as well as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs).


Simplified Trading:

Kotak Securities takes care of the requirements of both investors and traders. An investor commits funds to the stock market for long-term gains, with the belief that the investment's value will grow over time, regardless of short-term fluctuations. On the other hand, a trader capitalizes on stock market changes and must consistently monitor their portfolios. Based on your preferences, we provide various value-added services and online equity trading brokerage plans.


Investor education:

For those new to investing, fret not. We are here to guide you through the fundamental principles of the stock market and its operations.


Research:

Kotak Securities is committed to keeping you updated on all stock market events to empower your decision-making. Our team of dedicated market experts consistently analyzes market trends across sectors and industries, and delivers comprehensive reports with the aim of enhancing your decision-making capabilities.