Guides
A growing collection of how-to guides and reference notes.
- Tickertape stock-comparison feature
How Tickertape's stock comparison tool lets investors compare multiple Indian stocks side-by-side across financial and qualitative metrics.
- Tickertape screener
Tickertape's stock screener filters Indian equities by valuation, growth, profitability, and technical criteria. The filters, how to use it, and free vs Pro.
- Tickertape Pro features
Tickertape Pro subscription unlocks advanced screening, deeper financial data, and exclusive tools. Pricing and feature breakdown.
- Tickertape MMI (Market Mood Index)
Tickertape's Market Mood Index (MMI) is a composite indicator of greed vs fear in Indian equity markets. Construction, interpretation, and limits.
- Tickertape financial-data scorecard
Tickertape's scorecard summarises each Indian stock across Performance, Valuation, Growth, Profitability, Entry/Exit, and Red Flags.
- The 50:50 cash collateral rule explained
SEBI's 50:50 cash collateral rule requires that at least 50% of F&O margin be in cash or cash-equivalent, with the remaining up to 50% in pledged equity collateral. Explains the rule, the shortfall interest charge, and the implications for F&O traders.
- Tax on SLB income
Tax treatment of SLB lending income in India: taxed as other income or business income depending on activity level. Explains the framework.
- T2T (Trade-to-Trade) stocks on Zerodha
T2T (Trade-to-Trade) stocks must be settled by delivery. Zerodha applies the exchange T2T list; MIS orders rejected. Cross-references the full T2T rules article.
- T1 above shares on Holdings on Kite
The T1 flag above the Qty on a Kite Holdings row indicates shares bought today but not yet settled. Comprehensive reference on T+1 settlement, sale eligibility, BTST, and the day-after lifecycle.
- T-Bill allotment less than Rs 100 face value
Why a T-Bill allotment shows a value less than Rs 100. Treasury Bills issue at a discount; the discount is your effective return.
- Suspended stock holdings on Zerodha
What happens to your Zerodha holdings when a stock is suspended from trading. Covers the lock-in, value implications, and recovery path.
- Surveillance measures and trading risks
A summary of SEBI / exchange surveillance measures (ASM, GSM, T2T, PCA, circuit) and the trading risks each creates.
- STT hike on F&O October 2024
Effective October 2024, SEBI increased Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on F&O contracts. Explains the new rates, the rationale, and the impact on retail F&O traders.
- Sticky order window on Kite
The sticky order window option on Kite keeps the order ticket open after submitting an order, ready for the next entry. Useful for rapid scaling in / out during active trading.
- SPAN margin on Zerodha
SPAN margin on Zerodha (and any Indian broker) is the worst-case portfolio loss calculation for F&O positions, computed by NSE Clearing. Explains how SPAN is computed, what it includes, and limits.
- SPAN and exposure margin on Kite
SPAN and exposure are the two components of the initial margin for F&O contracts. Explains how each is calculated, when they change intraday, and the implications for portfolio sizing on Kite.
- Sold stocks shown as negative positions on Kite
Why a sold stock shows as a negative quantity on the Kite Positions tab. Explains intraday shorts, futures shorts, options shorts, and the difference from a Holdings sell.
- Sold holdings bought back same day on Kite
Why selling a holding and then buying back the same scrip on the same day produces a complicated set of P&L and STT consequences on Kite. Covers BTST, intraday squareoff via netting, and tax treatment.
- SM / M symbols (NSE Emerge / BSE SME)
Stocks listed on NSE Emerge or BSE SME segment carry SM / M symbols. Covers the SME platform, trading rules, and difference from main exchange listings.
- SLM with trigger outside circuit limits
Why a Stop-Loss Market (SLM) order with trigger price outside the day's circuit limits is rejected on Kite. Explains the validation logic.
- SLB trade memo on Zerodha
The SLB trade memo is the record of an SLB transaction on Zerodha. Covers what it contains and where to access it.
- SLB rollover process
How to roll over an existing SLB position to the next monthly cycle. Covers the timing, mechanics, and considerations.
- SLB lending rate
The SLB lending rate is the annualised fee a lender earns. Set by market demand-supply; ranges typically 3-15% per annum based on scrip.
- SLB facility availability windows
When SLB trades can be placed: regular SLB session timings during normal market hours.
- SLB eligibility criteria
Who can participate in SLB on Zerodha: individuals, NRI, HUF, corporate. Covers the SEBI / Zerodha eligibility framework.
- SLB charges on Zerodha
Charges associated with Securities Lending and Borrowing on Zerodha: brokerage, lending fee (to lender), STT, exchange charges, GST.
- SLB bids and offers interpretation
How to interpret bids (borrowers wanting to borrow at X rate) and offers (lenders wanting to lend at Y rate) on the SLB order book.
- SLB approved securities list
Which securities are approved for SLB on NSE. Covers eligibility criteria, the list maintenance, and how to verify.
- Short-term ASM
Short-term ASM (ST-ASM) triggers on acute single-day or short-window price moves, imposing tighter price bands and 100% upfront margin for a short observation period.
- Short delivery cash settlement on Zerodha
When a seller fails to deliver shares, the trade is resolved via cash settlement based on the auction price. Explains the mechanism on Zerodha.