Stock Exchanges in India: BSE and NSE
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Which of the following stock exchanges is the oldest in India?

  • BSE (correct)
  • Both were established at the same time
  • NSE
  • Neither of them is the oldest
  • What is the benchmark index of BSE?

  • Sensex (correct)
  • Nifty 50
  • Dow Jones
  • NASDAQ
  • Which stock exchange has a higher market capitalization?

  • Both have the same market capitalization
  • BSE
  • It is not possible to compare their market capitalization
  • NSE (correct)
  • What products are offered by both BSE and NSE?

    <p>Equities, equity derivatives, commodities, and currency derivatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is BSE located?

    <p>Dalal Street, Mumbai</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ranking of BSE in terms of market capitalization globally?

    <p>Among the 10 most valued exchanges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benchmark index of NSE?

    <p>Nifty 50</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of Mutual Funds are mentioned in the content?

    <p>Close-Ended</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following global indices is available for trading in Rupee-denominated futures on the NSE?

    <p>Hang Seng</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of debt instrument is not mentioned in the content?

    <p>Convertible Bonds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the sovereign gold bond offered by the NSE?

    <p>Sovereign Gold Bond</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the platform used for non-competitive bidding in government securities?

    <p>Electronic Debt Bidding Platform (EBP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between the trading platforms used by BSE and NSE?

    <p>BSE's electronic trading platform is less advanced than NSE's.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a consequence of lower trading volumes on the BSE?

    <p>Challenges for traders seeking to enter or exit positions quickly at their desired price</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the difference in the number of listed companies on BSE and NSE?

    <p>NSE has a more selective listing process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of products does the BSE offer in the primary market?

    <p>IPOs, FPOs, Rights Issues, Institutional Placement Programme, Reverse Book Building, and Offer For Sale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of the NSE's electronic trading platform?

    <p>It provides greater transparency, faster execution of trades, and wider accessibility for investors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Stock Exchanges in India

    • India has two leading stock exchanges: the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE)

    Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE)

    • Established in 1875, making it the oldest stock exchange in India
    • Located at Dalal Street, Mumbai
    • BSE's benchmark index is the Sensex, which tracks the top 30 companies across various sectors
    • Has an overall market capitalization of over Rs 118.80 crore as of October 19, 2021, ranking among the 10 most valued exchanges globally
    • Offers equities, equity derivatives, commodities, and currency derivatives
    • Official website: BSE Website

    National Stock Exchange (NSE)

    • Established in 1992 and started trading in 1994
    • Although younger than BSE, NSE is the largest stock exchange in India
    • NSE's benchmark index is the Nifty 50, representing the top 50 companies listed on the exchange
    • Has a market capitalization of around Rs 199 trillion
    • Offers equity and equity derivatives instruments, commodities, and currency derivatives

    Trading Platform

    • BSE uses BOLT (BSE On-Line Trading) for electronic trading, which may not be as advanced as NSE's platform.
    • NSE has a fully automated, screen-based trading system, offering greater transparency, faster execution, and wider accessibility.

    Liquidity

    • BSE has lower trading volumes compared to NSE, resulting in lower liquidity.
    • NSE has significantly higher trading volumes, making it a more liquid market.

    Listed Companies

    • BSE has a wider range of listed companies, exceeding 5,309, including many smaller and lesser-known companies.
    • NSE has a more selective listing process, with around 2,266 companies listed, which tend to be larger and more established companies.

    Products Offered

    • BSE offers a range of products, including primary market instruments (IPOs, FPOs, etc.), secondary market instruments (equities, derivatives, etc.), global indices, ETFs, debt market products, and more.
    • NSE offers a wider array of products beyond equities, including derivatives, currency derivatives, mutual fund units, and more.

    Benchmark Indices

    • BSE Sensex is a benchmark index that tracks the performance of the top 30 companies listed on the exchange.
    • NSE Nifty 50 is a benchmark index that reflects the performance of the 50 largest companies by market capitalization on the NSE.

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    Learn about the two leading stock exchanges in India, the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange, including their history, location, and benchmark indices.

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