Maruti Suzuki Sees Surge in Put Option Activity with 2,146 Contracts Traded at Rs 14,800

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd has emerged as one of the most active stocks in the options market today, particularly in the put options segment. The underlying stock, MARUTI, has seen significant activity with 2,146 contracts traded, resulting in a turnover of approximately Rs 298.19 lakhs. The put options have a strike price of Rs 14,800 and are set to expire on September 30, 2025. Open interest stands at 2,419 contracts, indicating a robust interest in this option.
In terms of price performance, Maruti Suzuki is currently valued at Rs 14,837, just 0.74% away from its 52-week high of Rs 14,938. The stock has recently experienced a trend reversal, having fallen after seven consecutive days of gains. It has traded within a narrow range of Rs 108 today, reflecting a stable trading environment. Notably, Maruti Suzuki is performing well against its moving averages, trading above the 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day averages.

However, investor participation has shown signs of decline, with delivery volume dropping by 1.33% compared to the 5-day average. Despite this, the stock remains liquid, with a trade size of Rs 19.28 crore based on 2% of the 5-day average traded value. The stock's one-day return is recorded at -0.30%, while the sector's return is slightly lower at -0.56%. Overall, Maruti Suzuki continues to be a focal point in the market, reflecting both its strong position in the automobile industry and the current trading dynamics.