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Hindustan Foods (HNDFDS) - MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 9 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 28.80% on Pocketful(3.5x leverage)

Fundamentals Snapshot

Small Cap
CMP
₹551
PE
44.0
ROE
14.8%
ROCE
14.2%
P/B
5.65
Mkt Cap
₹6,702 Cr

Fundamentals from the Downstox Value Screener (Nifty 500 universe, updated daily). Not investment advice.

MTF Margin Comparison - HNDFDS

Upstox
35.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,500
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Zerodha
28.81%
Margin Required
Leverage3.5x
You Pay2,881
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Dhan
28.81%
Margin Required
Leverage3.5x
You Pay2,881
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited Holding Period
Kotak Neo
40.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.5x
You Pay4,000
You Get₹10,000
Interest9.95% p.a.
Max HoldNo Time Limit
Paytm Money
28.81%
Margin Required
Leverage3.5x
You Pay2,881
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
BEST
Pocketful
28.80%
Margin Required
Leverage3.5x
You Pay2,880
You Get₹10,000
Interest5.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Anand Rathi
28.81%
Margin Required
Leverage3.5x
You Pay2,881
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Bajaj Broking
35.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,500
You Get₹10,000
Interest18% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Share India
28.90%
Margin Required
Leverage3.5x
You Pay2,890
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

Hindustan Foods - Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaDhanKotak NeoPaytm MoneyPocketfulAnand RathiBajaj BrokingShare India
MTF Margin35.00%28.81%28.81%40.00%28.81%28.80%28.81%35.00%28.90%
Leverage2.9x3.5x3.5x2.5x3.5x3.5x3.5x2.9x3.5x
You Pay (per ₹1L)35,00028,81028,81040,00028,81028,80028,81035,00028,900
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)65,00071,19071,19060,00071,19071,20071,19065,00071,100
Interest Rate (p.a.)18.25%14.6%12.49%9.95%14.99%5.99%14.99%18%14.99%
Daily Interest Cost₹20 per ₹40,000 slab/day₹40 per lakh/day₹34.2 per lakh/day (up to ₹5L)~₹27 per lakh/dayslab-based~₹27 per lakh/daysee brokersee brokersee broker
Brokerage0.1% or ₹20/order (whichever is lower)0.3% or Rs. 20/executed order, whichever is lower₹20 per order₹20/order or 0.1%₹20/order or 0.05%₹20/ordersee planplan-basedplan-based
Pledge Charges₹20 per stock (one-time)₹15 + GST per pledge and unpledge request per ISIN₹30 + GST per ISIN₹20 + GST per ISIN₹20 + GST per ISIN₹20 + GST per ISINper ISINper ISINper ISIN
Max Holding PeriodUnlimitedUnlimited (maintain margins daily)Unlimited Holding PeriodNo Time LimitUnlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited (maintain margins)
Max Borrowing Limit₹25 lakhNo published limit₹1 crore (₹20L per stock)No published limitNo published limitNo published limitNo published limitNo published limitNo published limit
Auto Square-OffAuto square-off if margin shortfall not met by T+4Auto square-off if margin falls below minimumAuto-liquidation if margin coverage < 20%Auto square-off on margin shortfallAuto square-off on margin shortfallAuto square-off on margin shortfallAuto square-off on margin shortfallAuto square-off on margin shortfallAuto square-off on margin shortfall

Pocketful offers the best margin of 28.80% for HNDFDS, while Kotak Neo requires 40.00% - a difference of 11.20 percentage points. This means you save ₹11,200 per ₹1 lakh invested by choosing Pocketful.

HNDFDS MTF Interest Cost Calculator (per ₹1 Lakh Investment)

Upstox
Your capital35,000
Broker funds65,000
Daily interest33
30-day cost975
Annual cost11,863
Zerodha
Your capital28,810
Broker funds71,190
Daily interest28
30-day cost854
Annual cost10,394
Dhan
Your capital28,810
Broker funds71,190
Daily interest24
30-day cost731
Annual cost8,892
Kotak Neo
Your capital40,000
Broker funds60,000
Daily interest16
30-day cost491
Annual cost5,970
Paytm Money
Your capital28,810
Broker funds71,190
Daily interest29
30-day cost877
Annual cost10,671
Pocketful
Your capital28,800
Broker funds71,200
Daily interest12
30-day cost351
Annual cost4,265
Anand Rathi
Your capital28,810
Broker funds71,190
Daily interest29
30-day cost877
Annual cost10,671
Bajaj Broking
Your capital35,000
Broker funds65,000
Daily interest32
30-day cost962
Annual cost11,700
Share India
Your capital28,900
Broker funds71,100
Daily interest29
30-day cost876
Annual cost10,658

* Interest calculated on broker-funded amount only. Actual cost depends on daily closing balance. Rates may vary - verify with your broker.

How Much Can You Invest in HNDFDS with MTF?

If you invest
10,000
Stock value you hold34,722
Pocketful funds24,722
Margin used28.80%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold1,73,611
Pocketful funds1,23,611
Margin used28.80%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold3,47,222
Pocketful funds2,47,222
Margin used28.80%

Frequently Asked Questions - HNDFDS MTF

What is the MTF margin for HNDFDS?

Upstox: 35.00%, Zerodha: 28.81%, Dhan: 28.81%, Kotak Neo: 40.00%, Paytm Money: 28.81%, Pocketful: 28.80%, Anand Rathi: 28.81%, Bajaj Broking: 35.00%, Share India: 28.90%. The lowest margin is 28.80% on Pocketful, meaning you only need to pay ₹2880 to buy ₹10,000 worth of Hindustan Foods shares.

Which broker is cheapest for HNDFDS MTF?

For margin percentage, Pocketful offers the lowest at 28.80% (3.5x leverage). However, for interest cost, Dhan starts at 12.49% p.a., Zerodha charges ~14.6% p.a., Groww charges 14.95% p.a., and Upstox charges ~18.25% p.a. The total cost depends on both margin percentage and interest rate - compare both before choosing.

What interest rate do brokers charge on HNDFDS MTF?

Dhan: 12.49% p.a. (lowest, tiered up to 16.49%). Zerodha: ~14.6% p.a. (₹40 per lakh/day). Groww: 14.95% p.a. (₹41 per lakh/day). Upstox: ~18.25% p.a. (₹20 per ₹40K slab/day). Interest accrues from T+1 on the broker-funded amount until you sell.

Can I buy HNDFDS on margin?

Yes, Hindustan Foods (HNDFDS) is available for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) on Upstox, Zerodha, Dhan, Kotak Neo, Paytm Money, Pocketful, Anand Rathi, Bajaj Broking, Share India. MTF allows you to buy shares by paying only a fraction of the total value. The broker funds the rest and charges daily interest on the funded amount.

How long can I hold HNDFDS on MTF?

Upstox: maximum 365 days. Zerodha, Groww, and Dhan: unlimited holding period as long as you maintain the required margins daily. If your margin falls below the minimum, the broker will auto-liquidate your position.

What are the pledge charges for HNDFDS?

Upstox: ₹20 per stock (one-time). Zerodha: ₹15 + GST per ISIN. Dhan: ₹30 + GST per ISIN. Groww: auto-pledged (included in the process). Pledge charges are per ISIN, not per trade - you pay once regardless of quantity.

What happens if margin falls below minimum for HNDFDS?

All brokers will auto-liquidate your MTF position if margin maintenance is not met. Upstox gives until T+4 to top up. Zerodha and Groww require same-day/next-day top-up. Dhan auto-liquidates if coverage falls below 20%. Always maintain adequate margins to avoid forced sell-off.

What is the maximum borrowing limit for HNDFDS MTF?

Dhan: up to ₹1 crore total (₹20 lakh per stock). Upstox: up to ₹25 lakh total. Zerodha and Groww: no published maximum limit. Actual leverage depends on the stock's margin requirement set by the exchange.

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About Hindustan Foods (HNDFDS) Margin Trading

Hindustan Foods (HNDFDS) is listed on the NSE and is eligible for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) across 9 major Indian brokers: Upstox, Zerodha, Dhan, Kotak Neo, Paytm Money, Pocketful, Anand Rathi, Bajaj Broking, Share India. MTF allows you to buy HNDFDS shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Pocketful offers the best MTF margin of 28.80% for HNDFDS. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of Hindustan Foods shares by paying just ₹28,800, with Pocketful funding the remaining ₹71,200.

MTF Interest Rates for HNDFDS - Broker Comparison

The cost of holding HNDFDS on MTF depends primarily on the interest rate charged by your broker on the funded amount. Dhan offers the lowest starting rate at 12.49% p.a. (₹34.2 per lakh/day), followed by Zerodha at ~14.6% p.a., Groww at 14.95% p.a., and Upstox at ~18.25% p.a.

When choosing a broker for HNDFDS MTF, consider both the margin percentage (which determines how much capital you need) and the interest rate (which determines your holding cost). A broker with a slightly higher margin but lower interest rate may be cheaper overall for longer holding periods.

Holding Period & Square-Off Rules

Upstox allows holding HNDFDS on MTF for up to 365 days. Zerodha, Groww, and Dhan offer unlimited holding as long as you maintain the required margins daily. If your margin falls below the minimum, all brokers will automatically square off your position. Upstox gives a buffer until T+4, while Dhan auto-liquidates when coverage falls below 20%.

Pledge & Brokerage Charges

MTF trades are settled via pledge mechanism - your shares are pledged to the broker as collateral. Pledge charges: Upstox ₹20/stock, Zerodha ₹15+GST/ISIN, Dhan ₹30+GST/ISIN, Groww auto-pledges at no extra charge. Brokerage: Zerodha charges 0.3% or ₹20 (whichever is lower), Upstox 0.1% or ₹20, Groww and Dhan charge ₹20 flat per order.

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