What is a stock SIP? Should you have one?
This article explains the concept of the stock SIP that allows you to buy shares automatically on a regular basis.
This article explains the concept of the stock SIP that allows you to buy shares automatically on a regular basis.
All of these are standing instructions that get executed as per a schedule you specify:
Note: You donāt invest in a SIP; you invest via one since a SIP is a standing instruction. You invest in a mutual fund, or basket of stocks, via a SIP.
In the image above, you can replace the mutual fund with a single or a basket of stocks that you choose and that will become a stock SIP.
Join the Arthgyaan WhatsApp community: You can stay updated on our latest content and learn about our webinars. Our community is fully private so that no one, other than the admin, can see your name or number. Also, we will not spam you.A stock SIP gives the same benefits of a SIP in Mutual funds i.e. regular automated investment that ties in with the frequency of your income from salary. Unlike the usual sporadic investment pattern of stock investing, the concept of the stock SIP brings in discipline and regularity to direct equity investments.
A stock SIP should be used whenever you are accumulating a position in a core basket of stocks over time. For example, you are a direct equity investor who has a wish list of 10 ācoreā stocks to accumulate over time, a stock SIP can be useful here.
If you are buying ETFs for long-term goals, like those tracking Nifty or Gold, then also a stock SIP will act just like a regular mutual fund SIP and serve the same purpose.
Most major brokers in India have the stock SIP functionality. A simple Google search of ābroker name stock SIPā will give you all details. Here is a tutorial from Zerodhaās website:
Image Ā©: Zerodha.com - https://support.zerodha.com/category/trading-and-markets/kite-web-and-mobile/articles/kite-sip-order
The broker website will also have detailed FAQs on this topic.
A stock SIP is a standing instruction to purchase stocks on a regular basis. These purchases are of two types:
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