Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd Sees Surge in Call Options with 4,776 Contracts Traded at Rs 5000 Strike

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), a prominent player in the Aerospace & Defense 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 July 31, 2025, with a strike price of Rs 5000, have seen significant trading activity, with 4,776 contracts exchanged, resulting in a turnover of approximately Rs 1241.75 lakhs. The open interest stands at 6,545 contracts, indicating a robust interest in this option.
Today, HAL's underlying value is reported at Rs 4993.2, reflecting a performance that aligns closely with the sector, which has seen a 1.02% increase. Over the past two days, HAL has recorded a consecutive gain of 1.57%, with a narrow trading range of Rs 39.2. Notably, the stock is currently trading above its 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day moving averages, suggesting a positive trend in its price movement.

However, it is worth noting that investor participation has seen a decline, with delivery volume dropping by 27.59% compared to the 5-day average. Despite this, HAL remains liquid enough for trades, with a size of Rs 12.45 crores based on 2% of the 5-day average traded value. Overall, Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd continues to demonstrate notable activity in the market, reflecting its strong position within the aerospace and defense industry.