Things to know before you start investing in US stocks

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Now you can invest in US stocks right from India. It is the top choice for investment when you want to diversify your portfolio across geographies. This is because the US has wealth-creating businesses and the best technology that offers good investment opportunities. 

Some of the providers offer to invest globally online and also offer online share trading apps. The app can be used for small and large budgets, passive and active investing, US stocks and US mutual funds. For all your investment needs you just need one single app.

What you should know before investing in US stocks?

You have to follow a few rules when you want to invest in US stocks. The few things to consider are as follows:

  • Investment in US stocks can be done under the RBI’s Liberalised Remittance Scheme or LRS. Under this scheme, the resident Indians can remit up to $250,000 per year. This limit is per individual and also includes minors. You can invest in US securities, real estate, bank deposits, overseas expenses and more.
  • To make your portfolio stable you need to diversify. Geographical diversification can offer stability to your portfolio. By investing in US stocks you get an opportunity to be a part of global growth. 
  • One of the key factors you need to consider when you invest in the US is the fluctuating exchange rate. Because when you invest in the US market you invest in the US dollar and also bear the risk associated. 
  • When you remit money to invest in the US the Indian banks may charge an FX conversion fee which can range from 5.2% to the remitted amount. But it depends on the bank.
  • You should consider the tax implications on your investments. India and the US have a Double Tax Avoidance Agreement (DTAA). This does not allow the same income to be taxed twice. The two different taxes when you invest in the US market are the Dividend tax and the Capital Gains tax. A new tax has been introduced called the Tax Credited at Source (TCS).
  • If you want to save for your child’s education abroad then your portfolio should show those expectations and they should be different from the diversification goals.

To invest in US stocks you need a US brokerage account. Some providers can easily help you open such an account online. They also provide apps that use AI algorithms to understand your preferences and provide recommendations for investments.


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