Infosys Ltd Sees Surge in Put Options Activity with 23,781 Contracts at 1580 Strike

Infosys Ltd, a prominent player in the Computers - Software & Consulting industry, has emerged as one of the most active stocks in the options market today, particularly in put options. The stock, trading under the ticker INFY, has seen significant activity with two notable put options set to expire on June 26, 2025.
The put option with a strike price of 1560 recorded 18,898 contracts traded, generating a turnover of approximately Rs 538.97 lakhs, while the option with a strike price of 1580 saw 23,781 contracts traded, resulting in a turnover of around Rs 1,332.69 lakhs. The open interest for these options stands at 2,775 and 1,696 contracts, respectively, indicating a robust interest among traders.

As of today, Infosys has underperformed its sector by 0.37%, with a one-day return of 0.37%. The stock's underlying value is currently at Rs 1584.7. It is noteworthy that while the stock is trading above its 20-day and 50-day moving averages, it remains below the 5-day, 100-day, and 200-day moving averages. Additionally, the delivery volume has decreased by 5.28% compared to the 5-day average, reflecting a decline in investor participation.

In summary, Infosys Ltd's put options activity highlights a significant engagement in the options market, with key metrics indicating a mixed performance relative to its sector and market averages.