What is a stock basket?

A curated collection of stock recommendations from a SEBI-registered Research Analyst based on a specific strategy (e.g., value investing, sectoral themes). You receive buy/sell signals and choose whether to act through your own demat account. The RA never has access to your trading account.

Are these SEBI-compliant recommendations?

Yes. All recommendations come from SEBI-registered RAs complying with the SEBI (Research Analysts) Regulations, 2014 — including mandatory conflict of interest disclosures, 5-year record-keeping, and Schedule III code of conduct. Finamize enforces compliance at the platform level.

How are returns calculated?

XIRR at the basket level, including every recommendation — winners and losers — weighted by timing and size. This prevents cherry-picking. A basket showing 28% XIRR over 12 months includes all recommendations made during that period, including those that hit stop-loss.

What's the difference between equity and F&O baskets?

Equity baskets are delivery-based for medium to long-term investing. F&O baskets contain futures and options strategies requiring a derivatives-enabled account, carrying substantially higher risk. SEBI's study found 9 out of 10 individual F&O traders incur net losses.

Does the RA have access to my trading account?

No. RAs provide recommendations only — they never access your demat or trading account. You execute trades yourself through your own broker. Finamize is a research platform, not a trading platform.

What minimum capital do I need for an equity basket?

Each RA specifies recommended minimums on their profile. Typical ranges: Rs 1-5 lakh for diversified equity baskets (10-15 stocks), Rs 50,000-2 lakh for concentrated baskets (5-8 stocks), Rs 5-10 lakh for F&O baskets due to margin requirements.

How are taxes handled on basket recommendations?

You are responsible for reporting capital gains in your ITR. The platform provides holding period, purchase/sale prices, and gain/loss for each closed recommendation, exportable as a capital gains summary. Post-Budget 2024: equity STCG at 20% ( 12 months). F&O profits taxed as business income at slab rate.

What is the difference between a stock basket and a PMS?

A basket provides research recommendations — you decide and execute. A PMS (minimum Rs 50 lakh) gives the manager discretionary control over your portfolio with 2-2.5% management fee plus profit sharing. Baskets are far more affordable (Rs 500-25,000/month), require no minimum capital, and you retain full control.

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Overview

Finamize's Stock Baskets feature connects you with SEBI-registered Research Analysts (RAs) who curate portfolios of stocks or F&O strategies based on professional research.

Finamize's Stock Baskets feature connects you with SEBI-registered Research Analysts (RAs) who curate portfolios of stocks or F&O strategies based on professional research. Unlike unregulated Telegram or WhatsApp tip channels, every RA on Finamize holds a valid SEBI registration under the SEBI (Research Analysts) Regulations, 2014, and is required to disclose conflicts of interest and follow SEBI's code of conduct. There are two basket types: Equity baskets (delivery-based, medium to long-term) and F&O baskets (derivatives strategies for active traders with higher risk tolerance). Subscription tiers are set independently by each RA, with typical pricing of Rs 500-10,000/month for equity and Rs 2,000-25,000/month for F&O.

Performance on Finamize is calculated using XIRR methodology at the basket level — not cherry-picked individual trades. The return figure accounts for all recommendations including losers, with 1-month to 1-year performance displayed transparently. RAs cannot selectively hide poor-performing periods, and every recommendation includes mandatory conflict of interest disclosure. This is fundamentally different from social media tip channels that only showcase winners.

SEBI's own study (January 2023) found that 9 out of 10 individual traders in the equity F&O segment incurred net losses during FY 2021-22, with an average loss of Rs 1.1 lakh per person. While equity baskets carry lower risk than F&O, all stock market investments are subject to market risk and past performance does not guarantee future returns. Finamize charges a flat platform fee independent of which RA you subscribe to, ensuring no incentive to steer you toward higher-priced subscriptions.

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Why Use Research Tips

SEBI-Registered RAs Only

Every Research Analyst on Finamize holds a valid SEBI registration under the SEBI (Research Analysts) Regulations, 2014. We verify registration numbers against SEBI's intermediary database, check validity periods, and monitor for disciplinary actions. This is a critical safeguard — SEBI estimates that thousands of unregistered individuals operate illegal stock tip services via social media. On Finamize, you are guaranteed to receive research only from legally registered and regulated professionals.

Equity + F&O Baskets

Equity baskets contain delivery-based stock recommendations for investors seeking long-term capital appreciation — typical strategies include value investing, momentum, sectoral themes, or multi-cap diversification. F&O baskets contain derivatives strategies for active traders — options spreads, futures positions, and hedging strategies. F&O baskets carry significantly higher risk and are suitable only for experienced investors with derivatives-enabled trading accounts. Each basket type is clearly labeled so you can choose based on your risk profile and experience.

Real-Time Performance Tracking

Track every basket's performance in real time with live P&L updates. See each recommendation's entry price, current market price, and unrealized gain/loss. The dashboard shows both individual recommendation performance and aggregate basket-level returns. For closed recommendations, see the exit price, holding period, and realized return. Performance data updates during market hours with a short delay determined by your subscription tier — real-time for Premium, end-of-day for Basic.

Transparent Returns

Returns are calculated using XIRR methodology at the basket level, including all recommendations — winners and losers. We display 1-month, 3-month, 6-month, and 1-year performance, and RAs cannot selectively hide poor-performing periods. For example, if an RA's equity basket had a 23% XIRR over 12 months, that figure accounts for every single recommendation made during that period. This is fundamentally different from stock tip services that only showcase their best trades.

Compare Multiple RAs

Compare up to four Research Analysts side by side across key metrics: basket-level XIRR returns over multiple timeframes, win/loss ratio, average holding period, maximum drawdown, basket composition (number of stocks, sector distribution), subscription pricing, and client reviews. The comparison tool helps you identify which RA's strategy aligns with your investment goals, risk tolerance, and budget. Sort RAs by returns, consistency, or risk-adjusted performance.

Flexible Subscription Tiers

Each RA sets their own subscription tiers and pricing. Typical structures include a Free tier (1-2 picks/month or historical data only), a Basic tier (Rs 500-2,000/month for equity, Rs 2,000-5,000/month for F&O) with end-of-day alerts, and a Premium tier (Rs 2,000-10,000/month for equity, Rs 5,000-25,000/month for F&O) with real-time push notifications. You can subscribe to multiple RAs simultaneously and manage all subscriptions from a single dashboard. Cancel anytime before the next billing cycle.

How It Works

Get Started in 4 Steps

Browse RA Profiles

Explore Research Analyst profiles showing their SEBI registration details, basket strategy (value/momentum/sectoral/F&O), historical XIRR returns across 1-month to 1-year periods, win/loss ratio, maximum drawdown, total subscriber count, and verified client reviews. Filter by basket type (equity/F&O), return range, subscription price, and specialization.

Choose a Subscription

Select the RA and subscription tier that matches your investment style and budget. Basic tiers (from Rs 500/month for equity) provide end-of-day alerts, while Premium tiers (from Rs 2,000/month for equity) deliver real-time push notifications. Some RAs offer a Free tier with limited access. Review the RA's terms including cancellation policy before subscribing.

Receive Recommendations

Get stock buy/sell recommendations directly in your Finamize dashboard with full details: stock name, entry price, target price, stop-loss, rationale, risk assessment, and the RA's disclosure of any personal holding in the recommended stock. Premium subscribers receive real-time push notifications; Basic subscribers receive end-of-day digests.

Track Basket Returns

Monitor your subscribed baskets' performance with real-time tracking and historical charts. See aggregate basket-level XIRR, individual recommendation P&L, sector-wise allocation, and win/loss statistics. Compare your subscribed basket's performance against Nifty 50 and Sensex benchmarks to evaluate risk-adjusted returns.

Platform Features

What You Get

Basket-Level XIRR Calculation

Returns calculated at basket level using XIRR, accounting for all recommendations including losers. If a basket made 20 recommendations with 14 winners and 6 losers, the XIRR reflects the net outcome of all 20 weighted by capital and holding period.

Conflict of Interest Disclosure

As mandated by SEBI, every recommendation includes a disclosure of whether the RA or their associates hold positions in the recommended stock. This is enforced at the platform level — RAs cannot publish without completing the disclosure form.

Risk Metrics Dashboard

Each basket displays maximum drawdown, Sharpe ratio, win/loss ratio, and average holding period. These metrics help you assess not just returns but the risk taken to achieve them.

Benchmark Comparison Charts

Compare any basket's performance against Nifty 50, Nifty 500, Sensex, or sector-specific indices. Visual overlay of basket returns vs benchmark over identical periods for measuring alpha generation.

Historical Recommendation Archive

Complete archive of all recommendations ever made — entry price, exit price, holding period, and return. Cannot be edited or deleted by the RA. Accessible to all users even before subscribing, so you can evaluate track records.

Paper Trading Mode

Track a basket's recommendations without investing real capital. The platform shows virtual P&L and returns over your observation period (typically 1-3 months), helping you assess an RA's style before subscribing. Available on all tiers including Free.

Exit Recommendation Alerts

When an RA issues an exit recommendation, all subscribers receive an immediate alert regardless of tier — even Basic subscribers, because exit timing is often more critical than entry. Includes reason (target hit, stop-loss triggered, fundamental change) and realized return.

Multi-Basket Portfolio View

If you subscribe to multiple RAs, the portfolio view aggregates all active recommendations showing total exposure by stock, sector, and market cap. Prevents inadvertent over-concentration in any single stock or sector.

Regulatory Framework

Regulated Research in the Indian Market

All Research Analysts on Finamize are registered under SEBI (Research Analysts) Regulations, 2014, and comply with the code of conduct specified in Schedule III of the regulations, including mandatory conflict of interest disclosures.

SEBI's 2023 amendment to RA regulations requires Research Analysts to disclose their net worth, maintain a minimum net worth of Rs 5 lakh (for individual RAs) or Rs 25 lakh (for corporate RAs), and keep proper records of all recommendations for a minimum of 5 years.

F&O basket recommendations carry the statutory risk disclosure mandated by SEBI: 9 out of 10 individual traders in the equity F&O segment incurred net losses, as per SEBI's study published in January 2023.

Subscription payments to RAs comply with SEBI's regulation that research services must be fee-based, with clear separation from any commission-based distribution of financial products.

Performance data displayed on Finamize baskets follows the principles of the SEBI circular on advertisement guidelines for intermediaries, which prohibit misleading claims, cherry-picked performance, or guaranteed returns.

All stock recommendations include the mandatory disclaimer under SEBI regulations: past performance is not indicative of future results, and investment in securities market is subject to market risks.

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