How to Buy Stocks: Complete Process
Account Setup
Open a brokerage account with a registered firm, complete KYC verification, and link your bank account for seamless transactions.
Research
Analyze company fundamentals, check technical indicators, and read market news to identify potential investments.
Order Placement
Select your stock, choose order type (Market/Limit), enter quantity, and preview before final submission.
Execution
Funds are debited from your account and shares credited to your DEMAT when the order executes.
Monitoring
Track performance, set price alerts, and review your portfolio periodically for rebalancing.
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- Educate yourself first - Learn basic terminology and concepts
- Open a DEMAT account with a reputable broker
- Start small with index funds or blue-chip stocks
- Practice with virtual trading before using real money
- Invest regularly through SIP approach
- Diversify across sectors
- Be patient - think long-term (5+ years)
Factor | Indian Stocks | US Stocks |
---|---|---|
Currency Risk | None | Exchange rate fluctuations affect returns |
Time Zone | Local market hours | Need to track US timings |
Diversification | Limited to Indian economy | Access to global companies |
Regulation | SEBI protections | SEC protections |
Recommendation: Start with Indian stocks to learn, then gradually add US exposure for diversification.
- During stock market declines, investors seek stability in gold
- Gold maintains value during inflation better than stocks
- Central bank policies affect both differently
- Gold doesn't pay dividends, so competes with stocks differently in various economic conditions
Long-term investors (5+ years): Quarterly reviews are sufficient unless major news affects your holdings.
Swing traders (weeks-months): Weekly analysis of positions and market conditions.
Day traders: Constant monitoring during market hours.
Warning: Over-monitoring often leads to emotional decisions and excessive trading which typically reduces returns. Set alerts for significant price movements instead of constantly watching tickers.
- Studies show 80-90% of day traders lose money
- Successful traders typically have years of experience
- Requires strict discipline, risk management, and emotional control
- Tax implications (short-term gains taxed higher) reduce net profits
- Alternatives: Swing trading or long-term investing have better success rates for most people