Intraday trading means buying and selling stocks on the same day within market hours. Traders aim to profit from small price movements during the day.
🔍 Simple Definition
Intraday trading is when you open and close a trade on the same day, with no positions carried overnight.
🧠 Example
Suppose you buy shares of Infosys in the morning at ₹1,500 and sell them in the afternoon at ₹1,520.
👉 Your profit = ₹20 per share (excluding charges)
⏰ Trading Time in India
Intraday trading happens during market hours:
- 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM
on exchanges like: - National Stock Exchange (NSE)
- Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE)
📊 Key Features of Intraday Trading
- ✔️ No overnight risk
- ✔️ Quick profits (and losses)
- ✔️ High volatility
- ✔️ Requires active monitoring
💡 Common Intraday Strategies
- Momentum Trading
- Scalping (small quick profits)
- Breakout Trading
- Reversal Trading
⚠️ Risks Involved
- High risk due to fast price changes
- Requires experience and discipline
- Brokerage and charges can reduce profits
🧠 Important Rule
If you don’t sell your intraday position before market closes, the broker may automatically square off your position.
Intraday trading is suitable for traders who can analyze the market quickly and manage risks effectively, but it is not recommended for beginners without proper knowledge.