Surge in Open Interest for Kotak Mahindra Bank Signals Increased Futures Market Activity

Aug 28 2025 03:00 PM IST
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Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd has seen a significant rise in open interest, reaching 144,576 contracts, alongside a trading volume of 71,463 contracts. Despite this increase, the stock has faced a decline over the past four days and is trading below key moving averages, indicating a bearish trend.
Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd (KOTAKBANK) has experienced a notable increase in open interest today, reflecting heightened activity in its futures market. The latest open interest stands at 144,576 contracts, up from the previous figure of 129,281, marking a change of 15,295 contracts or an 11.83% increase. The trading volume for the day reached 71,463 contracts, contributing to a total futures value of approximately Rs 251.54 lakhs.

Despite this surge in open interest, the stock has faced challenges in recent trading sessions, having declined for four consecutive days with a total return of -3.42% during this period. Currently, Kotak Mahindra Bank is trading below its 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day moving averages, indicating a bearish trend in the short to medium term.

On the liquidity front, the stock remains accessible for trading, with a delivery volume of 24.61 lakhs on August 26, reflecting a 25.63% increase compared to the 5-day average delivery volume. The market capitalization of Kotak Mahindra Bank is approximately Rs 3,87,125.55 crore, positioning it as a significant player in the private sector banking industry. Overall, the increase in open interest amidst a declining price trend highlights the current dynamics in the stock's trading activity.
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