Glossary
BSE: meaning, example and why it matters
Bombay Stock Exchange, one of India's two main stock exchanges. Its benchmark index is the Sensex.
Worked example
If the Sensex closes at 80,000 one day and 80,400 the next, it has risen 400 points, which is 0.5% (400 ÷ 80,000). The levels here are illustrative, not market data.
Illustrative numbers for explanation only. They are not market data, a forecast or a suggestion.
Why it matters
BSE is one of the two main exchanges where Indian shares trade. Many companies are listed on both BSE and NSE, and each exchange reports its own indices and trade data.
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Frequently asked questions
Is BSE the same as NSE?
No. They are separate exchanges with separate indices: the Sensex on BSE and the Nifty 50 on NSE. Many companies are listed on both.
Is this page investment advice?
No. BSE is explained in general terms with illustrative numbers. Market Dekho is not a SEBI-registered Research Analyst or Investment Adviser.
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