INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Muhurat Trading Session: Stock exchanges BSE and NSE allow trading for an hour during this sessionMuhurat Trading 2020: Stock exchanges will
hold a special, one-hour-long session today to mark the occasion of Diwali 2020
This special session is meant to give a window to investors to make trades on the auspicious day of Diwali, which marks the onset of a new
points or 0.49 per cent higher at 39,250 and the broader NSE Nifty 50 benchmark climbed up 43 points or 0.40 per cent to 11,628.WhatIs
Muhurat Trading?The word Muhurat means an auspicious or favourable time for carrying out a particular task
This special trading window on the day of Diwali is aimed at enabling investors make their purchases to ensure positive results
The stock exchanges decide on the Muhurat trading window every year.What Happens On Muhurat Trading?Stock exchanges BSE and NSE allow
trading for a limited period of time, typically for an hour
Typically, a Muhurat trading session is characterised with a positive movement in benchmark indices but low trading volumes.Just like a
normal trading session, a Muhurat trading session also includes the following:Block Deal SessionIn this sub-session, two parties agree to
trade a scrip at a fixed rate
price for listed stocks for the upcoming session
hours.Normal Market SessionThis is the session in which actual trading takes place.Call Auction SessionThis session is meant for trading
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Here Are Some Other Bets)Why A Muhurat Trading Session?Many believe trading during this period gives investors a better chance of earning
gains and attracting prosperity throughout the year
positive returns as well as prosperity.(Also Read: Diwali 2020 - A Good Time To Start Your Investment Journey)History Of Muhurat TradingBSE
and NSE have been holding the special Muhurat trading sessions since 1957 and 1992 respectively
Traditionally, stock brokers opened new settlement accounts for their clients on the day of Diwali.
