Stock Market Basics FAQs

How is BSE different from NSE?

BSE (Bombay Stock Exchange), and NSE (National Stock Exchange), are the two most important stock exchanges in India.

Key Differences:

  • BSE, which was established in July 1875, is more recent than NSE (which was established in Nov 1992).
  • According to the World Federation of Exchanges, BSE is ranked 10th in exchange market capitalization rankings. NSE is at 11th as of 30 Nov 2018.
  • The BOLT electronic system and electronic exchange system are basically trading platforms and that to online which genrally belong to the NSE or BSE, respectively. These online software uses financial intermediaries for managing the market positions .

NIFTY is the benchmark index for NSE and Sensex to BSE.


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