Glossary
NSE: meaning, example and why it matters
National Stock Exchange of India, one of the country's two main stock exchanges. Its benchmark index is the Nifty 50.
Worked example
If every one of the 50 Nifty stocks had equal weight, a 1% move in one would move the index by 1% ÷ 50 = 0.02%. In practice weights differ, so larger companies move it more.
Illustrative numbers for explanation only. They are not market data, a forecast or a suggestion.
Why it matters
NSE is where most Indian equity derivatives trade, and it publishes the Nifty family of indices.
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See it in practice
Frequently asked questions
Is NSE the same as the Nifty 50?
No. NSE is the exchange. The Nifty 50 is one index of 50 companies listed on it.
Is this page investment advice?
No. NSE is explained in general terms with illustrative numbers. Market Dekho is not a SEBI-registered Research Analyst or Investment Adviser.
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