Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd Sees Surge in Active Put Options with 12,056 Contracts Traded

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), a prominent player in the Aerospace & Defense sector, has emerged as one of the most active stocks in the options market today, particularly in the put options segment. The company’s put options, set to expire on August 28, 2025, with a strike price of Rs 4,300, have seen significant trading activity, with 12,056 contracts traded and a turnover of approximately Rs 83.01 lakhs. The open interest stands at 2,400 contracts, indicating a robust interest in these options.
Today, HAL's stock performance has been inline with the sector, although it has experienced a consecutive decline over the past four days, resulting in a total drop of 2.77%. The stock is currently valued at Rs 4,384, which is above the 200-day moving average but below the shorter-term moving averages of 5, 20, 50, and 100 days. Additionally, investor participation has seen a decline, with delivery volume dropping by 22.69% compared to the five-day average.

In terms of liquidity, HAL remains accessible for trading, with a liquid threshold based on 2% of the five-day average traded value, allowing for a trade size of Rs 16.65 crores. The stock's one-day return is recorded at -0.40%, while the sector and Sensex returns are at -0.76% and -0.62%, respectively. Overall, HAL's current activity in the options market reflects notable investor engagement amid a challenging trading environment.