Surge in Active Call Options for Adani Ports at Rs 1,400 Strike Price

Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone Ltd has emerged as one of the most active stocks today, particularly in the options market. The company, a key player in the transport infrastructure sector, saw significant activity in call options with an expiry date set for August 28, 2025. The strike price for these options is set at Rs 1,400, with a total of 15,889 contracts traded, resulting in a turnover of approximately Rs 1,853.61 lakhs. The open interest stands at 4,596 contracts, indicating a robust interest in this option.
In terms of performance metrics, Adani Ports has underperformed its sector by 0.42% today, with a 1-day return of -1.33%, compared to the sector's -1.05% and the Sensex's -0.29%. The stock's underlying value is currently at Rs 1,366.9. Notably, while the stock is trading above its 100-day and 200-day moving averages, it remains below its 5-day, 20-day, and 50-day moving averages, suggesting mixed short-term trends.

Investor participation has seen a rise, with delivery volume reaching 714,000 shares on August 5, marking a 39.44% increase against the 5-day average. The stock's liquidity remains favorable, accommodating trade sizes of Rs 6.03 crore based on 2% of the 5-day average traded value. Overall, Adani Ports continues to attract attention in the market, reflecting its significant role in the transport infrastructure industry.