HDFC Asset Management Sees Surge in Put Options Activity with 5,962 Contracts Traded

HDFC Asset Management Company Ltd has emerged as one of the most active stocks in the market today, particularly in the options segment, with a significant focus on put options. The underlying stock, HDFCAMC, has seen notable activity with 5,962 contracts traded for puts with a strike price of Rs 5,400, resulting in a turnover of approximately Rs 917.46 lakhs. The open interest stands at 965 contracts, indicating a robust interest in this option type as the expiry date approaches on July 31, 2025.
Today, HDFC AMC reached a new 52-week and all-time high of Rs 5,468.5, reflecting a 2.15% increase during the trading session. The stock has outperformed its sector by 2.16% and has shown a consistent upward trend, gaining 7.08% over the last three days. The weighted average price suggests that more volume was traded closer to the lower price levels, while the stock remains above its 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day moving averages.

Investor participation has also risen, with a delivery volume of 5.09 lakhs on July 16, marking a 75.36% increase compared to the 5-day average. The liquidity of HDFC AMC is favorable, supporting a trade size of Rs 5.93 crore, which is approximately 2% of the 5-day average traded value. The stock's one-day return stands at 3.46%, contrasting with a sector return of -0.32% and a Sensex return of -0.30%.

In summary, HDFC Asset Management Company Ltd is experiencing heightened activity in its put options, alongside strong performance metrics and investor engagement, reflecting its solid position in the capital markets industry.