Equity shares represent ownership in a company, entitling shareholders to a portion of the company's profits and assets. This form of investment offers a multitude of benefits, including the potential for high returns, dividend income, liquidity, and the ability to diversify a portfolio.
How to fill out the Share Application Form for Equity and Preference Shares? Fill in the personal details of all applicants in the specified sections. Indicate the type and number of shares you are applying for. Specify the amount payable per share as well as the total amount.
Register with a Broker/ Brokerage Platform A broker/ brokerage platform is authorised by SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) to facilitate the buying and selling of shares. You can open a Demat and Trading A/C with the help of a broker/ brokerage firm to buy shares online.
For investing in equity in India, need to open a trading account with a broker and a demat account. Remember, trading account is for transactions and demat account is for holding the shares. Both these accounts are mandatory, as per SEBI regulations.
Equity shares provide long-term financing for a company, giving shareholders ownership and entitlement to a portion of the company's profits.