Matchday 1

What happens after a company’s IPO?

• The company is closed for new investments.

• Shares are traded in the stock market.

• The company becomes private again.

• The company is no longer regulated.

Which major player is described as ‘big institutions’?

• SEBI

• Retail Investors

• Companies like HDFC Mutual Fund

• Brokers

What did Einstein call the “eighth wonder of the world”?

• Saving

• Compounding

• Inflation

• Real estate investments

What is one of the biggest threats to idle savings?

• Taxes

• Inflation

• Stock market risks

• Spending Habits i

Why do strong earnings reports boost stock prices?

• They reduce investor confidence

• They indicate a company’s strong performance and profitability

• They lower demand for the company’s stocks

• They make stocks less attractive to investors

How do higher interest rates affect stock prices?

• Make borrowing cheaper for companies

• Increase growth opportunities

• Increase borrowing costs, slowing growth

• Reduce risk for investors

What must you complete before beginning your trading journey?

• KYC verification

• Open a savings account

• Apply for a loan

• Register with SEBI

What is the purpose of a ‘Broker Agreement’?

• To secure loans for trading

• To agree to terms and conditions of the broker

• To ensure immediate profits

• To bypass regulatory checks

What is a ‘bull market’?

• A market where prices are falling

• A market where prices are stable

• A market where prices are rising

• A market with low trading volume

Who are retail investors?

• Large institutions investing in multiple stocks

• Foreign investors in the stock market

• Individual investors like you and me

• Day traders operating globally