How many groups are there in BSE?

The Securities traded on BSE have been classified into various groups. The “F” Group represents the Fixed Income Securities. The “T” Group represents Securities which are settled on a trade-to-trade basis as a surveillance measure. Trading in Government Securities by the retail investors is done under the “G” group.

What is BSE and its functions?

The BSE is the oldest stock exchange of Asia which was established in the year 1875 as Native Shares and Stock Broker’s Association and is the first exchange in India that was recognized as the exchange in the year 1957 under the Securities Contract (Regulation) Act by the government.

What is the business of BSE?

BSE Limited owns and operates stock exchange platform. The Company provides market for trading in equity, debt instruments, derivatives, and mutual funds, as well as offers risk management, clearing, settlement, market data, and educational services.

What is the full form of Sensex?

Sensex, which stands for ‘Stock Exchange Sensitive Index’, is the stock market index for the Bombay Stock Exchange. It calculates the movement on BSE. Nifty stands for ‘National Stock Exchange Fifty’ and is the index for the National Stock Exchange.

How is BSE calculated?

S&P BSE SENSEX® is calculated using the “Free-float Market Capitalization” methodology. As per this methodology, the level of index at any point of time reflects the Free-float market value of 30 component stocks relative to a base period.

What is the vision of BSE?

Our vision is to be the most sought after learning provider in the world in areas of financial and leadership learning, by pioneering the generation and dissemination of knowledge for the enhancement of skills and capabilities of professionals and aspiring professionals.

What is Bull & Bear?

Bulls and bears A “bull” by definition is an investor who buys shares because they believe the market is going to rise; whereas a “bear” will sell shares as they believe the market is going to turn negative.

What is the name of the s group in BSE?

Group S: “The Exchange has introduced a new segment named “BSE Indonext” w.e.f. January 7, 2005. The “S” Group represents scripts forming part of the “BSE-Indonext” segment. “S” group consists of scripts from “B1” & “B2” group on BSE and companies exclusively listed on regional stock exchanges having capital of 3 crores to 30 crores.

How are shares classified in the BSE market?

BSE categorises the shares of different companies into various groups. It is essential for investors to understand the nuances of this classification before investing. The grouping of shares is based on what the stock represents. Accordingly, BSE classifies the equity shares into multiple groups such as a ‘A’, ‘T’, ‘S’,‘Z’ and ‘B’.

What does TS stand for in the BSE classification?

Group TS: “The “TS” Group consists of scripts in the “BSE-Indonext” segments which are settled on a trade to trade basis as a surveillance measure.”. Besides these equity groups there are two other groups i.e. Fixed Income Securities (Group F) and Government Securities (Group G).

How many companies are listed in B Group?

Generally ‘B’ group shares witness normal trading volumes and come under the rolling settlement system. As on date, 2,216 companies are classified under group ‘B’. Most of us know that Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) is the oldest stock exchange in Asia which has around 5,000 companies listed on its platform for buying and selling.