Surge in Active Put Options for Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd: 19,891 Contracts at Rs 4700 Strike

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 put options. The company’s stock, currently valued at Rs 4793.5, has seen significant trading activity in puts with various strike prices set for expiry on June 26, 2025.
The put option with a strike price of Rs 4800 recorded the highest activity, with 18,402 contracts traded and a turnover of Rs 741.56 lakhs. Following closely, the Rs 4700 strike price saw 19,891 contracts traded, contributing Rs 73.16 lakhs to the turnover. The Rs 4750 strike price also attracted attention, with 15,245 contracts traded and a turnover of Rs 206.25 lakhs. Open interest figures indicate a robust interest in these options, with 1,825 contracts for the Rs 4800 strike, 2,442 for the Rs 4700 strike, and 956 for the Rs 4750 strike.

Today, HAL's stock performance aligns with the sector, showing a slight one-day return of 0.55%, while the sector itself returned 0.81%. The stock has gained after two consecutive days of decline, trading within a narrow range of Rs 36.5. Notably, the stock's liquidity remains strong, with a delivery volume of 8.78 lakhs, reflecting a 29.7% increase compared to the five-day average.

In summary, Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd's active put options trading highlights significant market engagement, with various strike prices attracting notable volumes and turnover, underscoring the stock's current market dynamics.