1. 9 out of 10 individual traders in equity Futures and Options Segment, incurred net losses.
2. On an average, loss makers registered net trading loss close to ₹ 50,000.
3. Over and above the net trading losses incurred, loss makers expended an additional 28% of net trading losses as transaction costs.
4. Those making net trading profits, incurred between 15% to 50% of such profits as transaction cost.

Investors can follow below steps to avoid investment fraud:

1. Beware of promises regarding high rates of return and/or quick profits.
2. Verify the license of the person selling the investment products.
3. Beware of unsolicited offers on social media platforms.
4. Avoid talking to a third person or unauthorized persons.
5. Watch out for online/offline scams/fraud.