STT Hike Explained | Why F&O Trading Is Costlier After Budget 2026
Feb 2, 2026•Channel
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Video Details
Published3 months ago
Duration2:53
Video IDSCXJeBVtaPQ
Languageen
CategoryEducation
PrivacyPublic
Made for KidsNo
Video TypeYouTube Short
Performance Metrics
Views7.6K
Likes51
Comments0
Engagement Rate0.67%
Likes per 100 views0.67
Comments per 1K views0.00
Video Tags
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Description
Union Budget 2026 introduced a higher Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on Futures and Options to curb excessive speculation in the markets.
In this video, we explain:
• How the STT hike impacts Futures & Options traders
• A real Nifty lot-size example with numbers
• Why breakeven is now higher
• Who will feel the impact the most: scalpers, intraday traders, and active F&O traders
According to the government, F&O trading volumes in India are nearly 500 times the GDP, prompting this move to reduce risky, high-frequency trading and protect retail participants.
If you trade Futures & Options, understanding your true trading cost is more important than ever.