This tool helps investors calculate net profit/loss from stock trades after accounting for brokerage fees, taxes, and other charges. Essential for analyzing trade performance and tax planning.

How to Use This Calculator

Step 1: Enter Buy/Sell Details

Input purchase price, selling price, and number of shares traded.

Step 2: Add Transaction Costs

Include brokerage fees (typically 0.03-0.05% for intraday trades).

Key Stock Market Terms

Capital Gains Tax

Short-term (15%) for holdings <1 year, Long-term (10%) for >1 year

Volume Weighted Average Price

Average price a stock traded at during the day

Case Study: Reliance Industries Trade

Trade Details:
Bought: 50 shares @ ₹2,400
Sold: ₹2,650 after 45 days
Brokerage: ₹200 (0.03%)

Net Profit: ₹12,050 (Before Tax)

Stock Trading Cost Breakdown

Charge	Intraday	Delivery
Brokerage	0.03%	0.50%
STT	0.025%	0.1%
GST	18% on brokerage	18% on brokerage

FAQs About Stock Trading

1. How is short-term capital gain calculated?

15% tax on profits from stocks held less than 1 year.

2. What’s the securities transaction tax?

0.1% for delivery trades, 0.025% for intraday (equity).

3. How to reduce trading losses?

Use stop-loss orders and diversify across sectors.

4. Best time frame for stock trading?

Depends on strategy: intraday (minutes), swing (days), position (months).

5. How to handle stock splits?

Adjust buy price proportionally. E.g., 2:1 split halves price/doubles quantity.

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