BSE Ltd Sees 16,317 Active Call Options at Rs 2,500 Strike Amid Market Challenges

BSE Ltd, a prominent player in the capital markets sector, has emerged as one of the most active stocks today, particularly in the options market. The company’s call options, set to expire on August 28, 2025, with a strike price of Rs 2,500, saw significant trading activity, with 16,317 contracts exchanged, resulting in a turnover of approximately Rs 22.89 crore. The open interest for these contracts stands at 3,772, indicating ongoing interest among traders.
Despite this activity, BSE Ltd's stock has underperformed, showing a 1D return of -4.65%, contrasting with a sector return of 0.37% and a Sensex return of 0.28%. The stock's underlying value is currently at Rs 2,379.3, which is higher than the 200-day moving average but lower than the 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, and 100-day moving averages. Additionally, the delivery volume has decreased by 15.65% compared to the 5-day average, reflecting a decline in investor participation.

Overall, while BSE Ltd remains active in the options market, its recent performance metrics suggest challenges in maintaining momentum within the capital markets industry.