Key Takeaway
After accounting for brokerage, STT, GST, and exchange charges, a typical buy-sell transaction needs a 0.5–1% price movement just to break even , a cost most new traders underestimate.
Break-Even Trade Calculator
Find the exit price required to cover all trading costs.
Break-Even Selling Price
₹501.20
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a break-even trade?
A break-even trade is a transaction where the total revenue generated equals the total costs incurred, resulting in a net profit of exactly zero.
Why do I need to calculate a break-even price?
Stock trading involves brokerage fees, STT, exchange charges, and taxes. You must sell the stock slightly higher than your buy price just to cover these friction costs.
Does the break-even price change based on quantity?
Because some fees (like flat broker charges of ₹20 per trade) are fixed, buying a larger quantity reduces the per-share break-even distance.
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