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How to Read a Contract Note (STT, Brokerage & GST)

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Understanding Contract Notes

Know the Real Cost of Every Trade

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What is a Contract Note?

A Contract Note is an official trading statement generated after your trades. It contains every executed order along with all brokerage, taxes, and exchange charges.

💰 Common Charges You'll See

💼 Brokerage
Fee charged by your broker for executing trades.
🏛️ STT (Securities Transaction Tax)
Government tax applicable to different trading segments.
🏦 Exchange Transaction Charges
Fees collected by NSE/BSE for processing trades.
🧾 GST
Applied to brokerage and exchange transaction charges.
🏷️ Stamp Duty
State-wise tax generally charged on the buy side.

🌟 Why PrintProfits is Different

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📘 Pro Tip:
Don't judge your trading performance using only Gross Profit & Loss. Always review your Contract Notes and Ledger to understand your actual net profit after all charges.

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