{"id":1315031,"date":"2026-10-20T13:14:41","date_gmt":"2026-10-20T07:44:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/?p=1315031"},"modified":"2026-10-20T13:17:58","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T07:47:58","slug":"zerodha-users-in-india-can-now-trade-2000-us-stocks-via-kite-app","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/zerodha-users-in-india-can-now-trade-2000-us-stocks-via-kite-app\/","title":{"rendered":"Zerodha Users In India Can Now Trade 2000 US Stocks Via Kite App"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Zerodha has launched US stock investing in beta mode on its Kite trading platform, allowing Indian investors to buy shares of American companies and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) through their existing accounts. The move expands Zerodha\u2019s investment options beyond Indian markets and gives retail investors a simpler way to access global technology companies, major US indices and international investment opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"812\" height=\"377\" src=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/images-42-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Zerodha Users In India Can Now Trade 2000 US Stocks Via Kite App\" class=\"wp-image-1315040\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/images-42-1.jpeg 812w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/images-42-1-300x139.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/images-42-1-768x357.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 812px) 100vw, 812px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Invest in US Stocks Starting at $1<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The new service provides access to approximately <a href=\"https:\/\/inc42.com\/buzz\/zerodha-launches-us-stock-investing-offers-access-to-2000-stocks\/\">2,000 US-listed companies and around 1,000 ETFs<\/a>. Investors can purchase fractional shares, meaning they do not need to buy an entire share of an expensive company. Investments can start from as little as $1, making international investing accessible to people with smaller budgets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eligible investors can explore companies across sectors, including artificial intelligence, semiconductors, cloud computing and consumer technology. ETFs tracking major market indices, such as the S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq-100, also offer an alternative to investing in individual companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The service is being introduced through Kite, allowing existing Zerodha customers to manage their international investments alongside their Indian portfolios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How Zerodha\u2019s US Investing Platform Works<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Resident Indian individuals with eligible Zerodha accounts can activate the US stocks segment through their account settings. They can then transfer money from supported Indian bank accounts using net banking into a dollar-denominated investment wallet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The service operates through BSE\u2019s India INX Global Access framework at GIFT City, Gujarat, with US securities handled through an overseas brokerage partner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The platform supports delivery-based investing, fractional ownership and systematic investment plans (SIPs) in eligible US stocks. Intraday trading, margin trading and applications for US initial public offerings are not available through the service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Brokerage Charges and Currency Conversion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Zerodha charges brokerage of 0.1% of the transaction value, subject to a minimum of $0.01 and a maximum of $10 per executed order. Goods and Services Tax (GST) applies to brokerage, while regulatory and other applicable charges may increase the total transaction cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Currency conversion is another important consideration. The bank&#8217;s foreign-exchange markup can range from 0.5% to 1.2% over the Reserve Bank of India reference rate, according to Zerodha\u2019s published guidance. Investors should account for these costs when calculating potential returns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Indian residents must also comply with the Reserve Bank of India\u2019s Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS), which permits eligible individuals to remit up to $250,000 per financial year across permitted purposes. Applicable tax collection and income-tax reporting requirements should be checked before investing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Competition Among Indian Brokers Intensifies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Zerodha\u2019s entry follows similar launches by competitors including Groww and Upstox. Groww offers access to a broader universe of international stocks and ETFs, while Upstox has also introduced fractional investing with a starting amount of $1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Indian brokerages are expanding into overseas markets as investors seek geographical diversification and exposure to businesses that may not be available on domestic exchanges. The trend also creates new competition among platforms looking to retain customers and expand beyond traditional stockbroking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What It Means for Indian Investors<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Zerodha\u2019s launch makes US market access more convenient, particularly for investors who want exposure to global technology businesses without opening an account with a separate international investing platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, buying foreign stocks involves currency fluctuations, overseas market risks, transaction costs and additional tax-reporting considerations. Investors should evaluate these factors and understand the products before committing money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Zerodha has launched US stock investing in beta mode on Kite, providing access to around 2,000 American companies and 1,000 ETFs. Investors can buy fractional shares starting at $1, with brokerage capped at $10 per order. The service operates through GIFT City and supports delivery-based investing and eligible stock SIPs. The launch intensifies competition among Indian brokers expanding into international markets.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Zerodha has launched US stock investing in beta mode on its Kite trading platform, allowing Indian investors to buy shares of American companies and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) through their existing accounts. 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