Infosys Ltd Sees Surge in Active Put Options with 7,222 Contracts at Rs 1,440 Strike

Infosys Ltd, a prominent player in the Computers - Software & Consulting industry, has emerged as one of the most active stocks in the market today, particularly in the options segment. The company’s underlying stock, INFY, has seen significant activity in put options, with 7,222 contracts traded, resulting in a turnover of approximately Rs 843.24 lakhs. The put options have a strike price of Rs 1,440 and are set to expire on September 30, 2025, with an open interest of 5,728 contracts.
Today, Infosys outperformed its sector by 2.16%, marking a notable trend reversal after five consecutive days of decline. The stock opened with a gain of 3.36% and reached an intraday high of Rs 1,489, reflecting a 3.92% increase. Currently, the underlying value stands at Rs 1,433.2.

Despite a decline in investor participation, with delivery volume dropping by 22.41% against the five-day average, the stock remains liquid enough for a trade size of Rs 15.26 crore, based on 2% of the five-day average traded value. The stock's one-day return is recorded at 3.89%, while the sector and Sensex returns stand at 1.83% and 0.30%, respectively.

In summary, Infosys Ltd's recent performance highlights its resilience in the market, showcasing significant trading activity in put options amidst fluctuating investor engagement.