17. Derivatives & Trading Instruments

Stock Options (Calls/Puts)

Options

Contracts giving the right to buy (call) or sell (put) a stock at a fixed price.

Risk Level
Very High ★★★★★
Liquidity
🟢 High
Min Investment
₹1,00,000+
Ticket Size
₹15,000–₹1,00,000 (margin)
Ideal Horizon
Days to months
Region
Global

📈 Historical Returns (Indicative)

1 Year
Variable (skill-dependent)
3 Years
Variable
5 Years
Variable
10 Years
Variable
20 Years
Variable

⚠️ Indicative historical ranges only. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Returns vary significantly across individual instruments.

🧮 XIRR Calculator — Stock Options (Calls/Puts)

Enter your actual investment dates and amounts to calculate your personal annualised return (XIRR). Use negative values for money invested, positive for money received back.

✅ Pros & ❌ Cons

Advantages

  • ✅ High return potential over long term
  • ✅ High liquidity — can exit anytime during market hours

Disadvantages

  • ❌ High volatility — value can fall significantly in short term

🚀 How to Invest in Stock Options (Calls/Puts)

  1. Research and compare options on Applica Finance
  2. Open appropriate account (Demat, bank, or platform account)
  3. Complete KYC with PAN and Aadhaar
  4. Start with minimum investment; scale up gradually

💰 Tax Treatment (India)

Gains taxed as per applicable income tax slab or capital gains rules
Consult a tax advisor for your specific situation
Disclaimer: This page is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Returns shown are indicative historical ranges and not guaranteed. Consult a SEBI-registered investment advisor before investing.
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