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Investing in U.S. Markets – Citizens & Non-Residents

Types of U.S. Exchanges

  • NYSE & NASDAQ – Equity trading.
  • CME, NYMEX – Commodities & Futures.
  • CBOE – Options markets.

For U.S. Citizens & Entities

  • Brokerage accounts (Robinhood, Schwab, Fidelity).
  • 401(k), IRA & direct stock/ETF investing.

For Indian Citizens & Entities

  • Invest under LRS up to $250K/year.
  • Platforms: INDmoney, Vested, Stockal, Groww.
  • Tax: 25% U.S. dividend tax; gains taxed in India.

Bonus Insights

  • Use DTAA to avoid double taxation.
  • Be mindful of time zone trading gaps.

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