Anand Rathi Vs Kotak Securities NRI Account Comparison

1x margin means Full SPAN + Exposure margins defined by the exchange across Equity and Derivatives (Equity F&O, currency and commodity) segments. This means the broker does not offer any additional leverage.

• Advanced online trading platforms.
• Wide range of online trading platforms
• Offers research and recommendation tips.
• Offers Relationship Manager assistance
• Offers free call & trade facility for NRIs.
• Can open PIS account with multiple banks.
• Online Mutual Fund investment is available.

1. Offers integrated 3-in-1 Trinity account for fast and smooth trading experience.
2. Part of the reputed Kotak group
3. Branch offices in New York, London, Dubai, Singapore, and Mauritius.
4. AMO and GTC order types make it easy for NRIs to place orders at any time.
5. A dedicated research team for expert advice and recommendations
6. Offers a range of advanced online trading platforms and tools.
7. Offers online mutual fund, IPO and NCD investment facility.

• Charges brokerage in percentage which is higher than most of the discount brokers.
• It only offers a 2-in-1 account which means NRIs have to open NRI SB and PIS accounts with other banks.
• NRIs have to depend on ICCL (3-rd party custodial) for trade settlement. This increases the cost of trading.

1. The brokerage charges are higher in comparison to discount stock brokers like Zerodha and Prostocks. Kotak brokerage charges for equity delivery us 1% whereas Prostocks charges fixed Rs 100 per order. So, if your trade value is Rs 1 lakh, you pay a brokerage of Rs 1000 with Kotak whereas Prostocks will charge you just Rs 100.

Anand Rathi is a recommended choice for NRI investors. Anand Rathi offers value-added services like excellent online trading software, online mutual fund services and research advisory etc. Anand Rathi is a full-service broker offering a wide range of services for NRIs and resident investors. They offer wealth management, advisory, investment, portfolio management, and insurance services. NRIs have to open the NRI SB account and custodial account with a 3rd party before opening the NRI trading and demat account with the broker.

Kotak Securities is a full-service broker. It offers convenient stock trading and investment to NRI's through its 3-in-1 account. In addition, you get advanced trading software, researched advice and dedicated RM assistance. Kotak Sec brokerage charges are on the higher side. Kotak Sec has offices in New York, London, Dubai, Singapore, and Mauritius which makes it easy for NRIs based in these locations to avail services or get grievances redressed locally.