Hindustan Unilever Ltd Sees Surge in Active Put Options with 3,157 Contracts at Rs 2,300

Hindustan Unilever Ltd, a prominent player in the FMCG sector, has emerged as one of the most active stocks in the options market today, particularly in the put options segment. The company’s underlying stock, HINDUNILVR, has seen significant activity with 3,157 contracts traded at a strike price of Rs 2,300, resulting in a turnover of approximately Rs 115.88 lakhs. The open interest stands at 3,163 contracts, indicating a robust interest in this option type.
Today, Hindustan Unilever's stock has outperformed its sector by 0.77%, reflecting a positive trend as it has gained 4.33% over the last five days. The stock reached an intraday high of Rs 2,394, marking a 2.34% increase. Notably, the stock's performance is currently above its 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, and 100-day moving averages, although it remains below the 200-day moving average.

Investor participation has also seen an uptick, with a delivery volume of 858,000 shares on July 4, which is a 12.71% increase compared to the 5-day average. The liquidity of Hindustan Unilever remains strong, with a trade size of Rs 5.43 crore based on 2% of the 5-day average traded value.

In summary, Hindustan Unilever's notable activity in the options market, combined with its recent stock performance and liquidity, underscores its significant position within the FMCG industry.