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Book value is the net worth of the business. It is often referred to as the shareholder's equity. Book value shows the value of assets of a company available to repay its debts. It is the value that remains for shareholders after the sale of assets and the settlement of debt. Companies mention the book value data in their balance sheets. So, it is a very useful financial metric for investors. This article explains what is the book value of a share. Continue reading to explore everything about it!
- 6 min read•
- 23 Dec 2025
Starting a company in India can feel complicated. The industry jargon involved in business formation can appear exhaustive and overwhelming. Amongst the terminology, however, is paid-up capital, which is not only a legal requirement but also shapes how your company is perceived by other stakeholders.
- 5 min read•
- 05 Jan 2026
Futures and Options are types of contract-based trading that investors use when trading in the stock market. As financial contracts between the buyer and the seller of an asset, they offer the potential to earn huge profits. However, there are some key differences between Futures and Options.
- 6 min read•
- 05 Jan 2026
Most major paper currencies in the world, including the Indian rupee, US dollar, and euro, are fiat money. So, what is fiat money exactly? It’s a currency that isn’t backed by a physical commodity like precious metals, but by the authority of the government and the trust of the public.
- 5 min read•
- 29 Dec 2025
The price-to-book value ratio compares the market value and the book value of a company. It focuses on how much an investor must invest to gain an ownership interest in the firm. The P/E ratio can be used to determine quickly if a stock is overvalued or undervalued.
Investors evaluate whether buying a company's stock will meet their investing goals using a variety of indicators. The Price-to-Book value ratio is one such indicator which is also referred to as the Price-Equity Ratio. Generally speaking, the lower the P/E ratio, the better it is for the company and potential investors. Let's understand what is a price-to-book ratio.
- 7 min read•
- 29 Dec 2025
When a company decides it wants to go public, the first thing it often realises is that the process is much bigger than it imagined. It is not just a matter of selling shares. There are rules to follow, documents to prepare, and a whole market to understand. That is usually when an IPO underwriter steps in. They become the person or team the company leans on so that the whole exercise does not feel chaotic.
In this blog, we will take a closer look at what an IPO underwriter does, why they matter, and how they help guide a company through the entire listing process.
- 5 min read•
- 26 Dec 2025
When gold prices breached the ₹1 lakh mark, the Sen household in Kolkata was elated. They saw it as an opportunity to grow their wealth, and why not? Gold prices have surged by more than 400% in a decade. However, they did not want purity, storage, and making charges issues with their gold investment.
For the Sens and others who want to invest in gold without the hassle of owning it in its physical form, gold mutual funds can be a prudent alternative. So, what are gold mutual funds and their various aspects? Let us find out.
- 5 min read•
- 26 Dec 2025
Central KYC is a centralized repository system that stores customer identity and address details, simplifying the KYC process for customers and promoting efficiency for financial institutions.
Benefits include time and cost savings for customers, as they don't need to submit KYC documents repeatedly, and uniformity in KYC norms for easier access to financial services.
- 4 min read•
- 24 Dec 2025
Intraday trading is all about taking advantage of the price movements on that particular trading day and squaring off your position before the end of market hours. The aim of intraday trading is to earn quick short term profits. If you are an intraday trader, you can thank us later for these intraday tips and tricks!
- 6 min read•
- 24 Dec 2025
Futures and options (F&O) are derivatives contracts whose value depends on the underlying assets. Futures contracts are agreements to buy or sell an asset at a predetermined price and date. On the other hand, options provide the right but not the obligation to buy or sell an asset within a specified timeframe. Futures and options play pivotal roles in share markets. They allow traders to engage in trading while managing market risks actively.
- 20 min read•
- 23 Dec 2025
A depository is a financial institution that holds and maintains securities (such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds) in electronic form on behalf of investors. It facilitates the trading, settlement, and safekeeping of these securities, eliminating the need for physical certificates. In many countries, depositories play a vital role in the smooth functioning of financial markets by ensuring secure and efficient transactions.
- 4 min read•
- 23 Dec 2025
Despite headline FDI declines, India is seeing record investments from Amazon, Microsoft, and other tech giants. Incentives, cheaper infrastructure, tax relief, and a vast market are driving long-term bets on AI, cloud, and digital infrastructure, even as short-term flows wobble.
- 7 min read•
- 18 Dec 2025
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