Surge in Call Options: Maruti Suzuki Sees 6,978 Contracts at Rs 15,000 Strike Price

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd has emerged as one of the most active stocks today, particularly in the options market. The company, a prominent player in the automobiles sector, has seen significant trading activity with 6,978 call contracts traded for an expiry date set for September 30, 2025, at a strike price of Rs 15,000. This activity has generated a turnover of approximately Rs 794.58 lakhs, while the open interest stands at 7,231 contracts, indicating a robust interest in this option.
Currently, Maruti Suzuki's underlying value is reported at Rs 14,902, which places it just 0.25% away from its 52-week high of Rs 14,938. The stock has shown consistent performance, gaining for the last eight consecutive days and delivering a total return of 4.78% during this period. Notably, it is trading above its 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day moving averages, reflecting a strong upward trend.

Despite a slight decline in delivery volume, which fell by 1.33% against the 5-day average, the stock remains liquid enough for trades sized at Rs 19.28 crores, based on 2% of the 5-day average traded value. Overall, Maruti Suzuki's recent performance underscores its strong market position within the large-cap segment of the automobile industry.