Stoxkart Vs SMC Global 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.

1. Good online trading platforms
2. Charges fixed brokerage of ₹200 per order across segments
3. Offers POs & Mutual Fund services to NRI customers.
4. Tie-up with Axis, HDFC, Yes and IndusInd banks for PIS
5. Services also available for US and Canada based NRIs. Many brokers don't offer services to US and Canada based NRIs due to extra compliance.

• 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. Doesn't offer 3-in-1 accounts. Only offer trading and demat accounts. So, you have to first transfer funds from your PIS account to the Stoxkart trading account before trading.

• 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.

Stoxkart comes across as a good choice for NRIs looking to invest in stock markets in India. The company offers good proprietary and 3rd party trading platforms and tools. It offers IPO and mutual fund investment services to meet the varied investment needs of NRIs. A simple flat-fee brokerage model of ₹200 per order makes it an attractive proposition for high-volume NRI traders who would have paid a lot more brokerage with a traditional stock broker.

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.