SMC Global Vs Sharekhan NRI Account Comparison

1x margin means Full SPAN + Exposure margins defined by the exchange across Equity and Derivatives (Equity F&O, currency and commodity) segments. This means the broker does not offer any additional leverage.

• NRIs doesn't require separate Custodial Account to trade in Equity Derivatives as SMC is a registered clearing member who can get CP code for and clear the trades. This offers a huge saving for NRIs.
• Provides research and recommendation tips based on technical analysis.
• NRIs can trade and invest through mobile, software and web browser
• Dedicated relationship manager to assist the NRIs in account opening to investing process.
• SMC is a full-service broker offering a wide range of products and services.

1. One of the largest stock brokers in India.
2. Easy trading experience for NRI with 3 in 1 account.
3. Offers advanced trading platforms in desktop, mobile, and web versions.
4. Offers online Mutual Funds, IPOs and Bonds.
5. Offers PMS services for wealth management
6. A dedicated relationship manager to each NRI customer.
7. Offers hand holding to beginners in the stock market.

• Offers NRI trading services only to NRIs who have bank accounts with Yes, Axis, HDFC, Indusind, or Federal Bank account holders.
• It offers 2-in-1 account means NRIs have to open an NRI bank account and PIS with other banks. It also means that they have to transfer funds in their PIS account before trading.
• Good Till Date/Time (GTD) and Good Till Cancelled (GTC) orders are not available.

1. 3 in 1 account facility is only available with select banks (Axis, HDFC, IDBI, and Indusind)
2. Brokerage and account opening charges are higher when compared to other full-service brokers.

SMC comes across as a good choice for NRI investors who are looking for a company that offers a wide range of financial products under one roof and investment recommendations. The broker offers a good online trading platform. It also provides wealth management services to NRIs. It has a corporate office in Dubai which makes it easy for NRIs residing in the city to avail various services through branch visits. The brokerage charges of SMC Global are high in comparison to discount stock brokers.

Sharekhan is a good choice as a stock broker for NRIs. It offers a full range of financial services to NRIs including a hassle-free 3-in-1 trading account, research services, investments in Mutual Funds, IPOs, NCDs and also PMS. GTC and AMO order along with Call & Trade facility help NRIs to place orders in their convenient timings.