Infosys Ltd Sees Surge in Put Options: 2,206 Contracts Traded at Rs 7.71 Lakhs

Infosys Ltd, a prominent player in the IT software industry, has emerged as one of the most active stocks in the options market today, particularly in the put options segment. The underlying stock, INFY, is currently valued at Rs 1471.2, with a notable focus on put options expiring on April 24, 2025. Today, 2,206 contracts were traded at a turnover of Rs 7.71 lakhs, indicating significant activity in this segment. The open interest stands at 3,477 contracts, reflecting ongoing interest among traders.
In terms of performance, Infosys has underperformed its sector by 0.37% today, with a one-day return of -0.25%. The stock is currently trading above its 5-day moving averages but below its 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day moving averages, suggesting mixed momentum. Additionally, the delivery volume has decreased by 15.68% compared to the 5-day average, indicating a decline in investor participation.

Despite these fluctuations, Infosys maintains a high dividend yield of 3.32%, and its liquidity remains robust, accommodating trade sizes of Rs 30.38 crore based on 2% of the 5-day average traded value. Overall, the activity surrounding Infosys puts highlights the stock's current market dynamics without indicating future trends.