SMC Global Vs Yes Securities NRI Account Comparison

• NRIs doesn't require separate Custodial Account to trade in Equity Derivatives as SMC is a registered clearing member who can get CP code for and clear the trades. This offers a huge saving for NRIs.
• Provides research and recommendation tips based on technical analysis.
• NRIs can trade and invest through mobile, software and web browser
• Dedicated relationship manager to assist the NRIs in account opening to investing process.
• SMC is a full-service broker offering a wide range of products and services.

• Offers NRI 3-in-1 account. Open all the three accounts at one shot.
• Provide free research tips and recommendations to all the customers including NRI.
• Dedicated relationship manager
• Earn 6% per annum interest on savings bank account balance.

• Offers NRI trading services only to NRIs who have bank accounts with Yes, Axis, HDFC, Indusind, or Federal Bank account holders.
• It offers 2-in-1 account means NRIs have to open an NRI bank account and PIS with other banks. It also means that they have to transfer funds in their PIS account before trading.
• Good Till Date/Time (GTD) and Good Till Cancelled (GTC) orders are not available.

• Charges higher brokerage in comparison to the discount brokers.
• Yes securities don't offer trading terminal and automated trading facility.
• Doesn't have a 24/7 customer support desk.
• NRIs cannot place GTC (Good Till Cancelled) order and AMO (After Market Order).

SMC comes across as a good choice for NRI investors who are looking for a company that offers a wide range of financial products under one roof and investment recommendations. The broker offers a good online trading platform. It also provides wealth management services to NRIs. It has a corporate office in Dubai which makes it easy for NRIs residing in the city to avail various services through branch visits. The brokerage charges of SMC Global are high in comparison to discount stock brokers.

Yes Bank is a full-service broker offering 3-in-1 NRI account for convenient online investing in India Stock Market. Online banking, trading and demat account make transactions easy for NRI customers. The broker also provides free research tips for stocks and mutual funds. Yes Bank NRI Investment account is recommended for Casual Investors who are ready to pay a higher brokerage for convenience.