Equity means buying shares in listed companies. You own something, you can hold it for as long as you like, and the most you can lose is what you put in.
Derivatives — futures and options — are contracts whose value depends on something else, usually a share or an index. They are leveraged, they expire on a fixed date, and losses are not limited to the amount you put in. They are a different activity from investing in shares, and they are not a natural next step from it.
What we help with
We help you use the segment you have chosen — not choose what to buy in it.
- Activating the segment on your account, where you are eligible
- Understanding order types, margins and what the platform is showing you
- Understanding how charges and taxes apply to a trade
- Sorting out platform and settlement problems when they come up
What we do not do
We do not give buy or sell recommendations, run tips groups, or manage anyone's account for them. We are an Authorised Person: our role is access and support, and treating it as anything more would be misleading you.
If someone in this market offers you assured returns from derivatives, that is a reason to walk away from them, not a reason to start.
Before you activate derivatives
The derivative segment requires income proof and a deliberate choice to opt in. It is worth understanding the risk of loss beyond your invested amount before you do, not after.
Common questions
- Is the derivative segment enabled by default?
- No. It has to be activated separately and requires income proof.
- Can I lose more than I invest?
- In equity delivery, no — the most you can lose is what you paid. In derivatives, yes: losses can exceed the amount you initially committed.
- Do you provide trading calls?
- No. We do not provide recommendations, tips or research of any kind.
Access to market segments is subject to eligibility, applicable regulations and the terms of the platform. Derivatives carry a high risk of loss and are not suitable for every investor.