Infosys Ltd Sees Surge in Active Call Options with 19,707 Contracts at Rs 1,520 Strike

Infosys Ltd, a prominent player in the Computers - Software & Consulting industry, has emerged as one of the most active stocks today. The company's underlying stock, INFY, has seen significant trading activity, particularly in call options set to expire on July 31, 2025. A total of 19,707 contracts were traded at a strike price of Rs 1,520, resulting in a turnover of approximately Rs 681.07 lakhs. The open interest stands at 1,720 contracts, indicating ongoing interest in these options.
Despite this activity, Infosys has underperformed its sector by 0.37%, with a 1-day return of -0.54%. The stock is currently trading below its 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day moving averages, reflecting a downward trend. Additionally, the delivery volume has decreased significantly, with 42.28 lakhs traded on July 28, marking a 32.29% drop compared to the 5-day average.

With an underlying value of Rs 1,514.9 and a market capitalization of Rs 6,29,829.00 crore, Infosys remains a liquid stock, suitable for trades around Rs 30.95 crore based on 2% of the 5-day average traded value. Overall, the current trading dynamics highlight a complex picture for Infosys as it navigates market challenges.