Surge in Call Option Activity: 7,519 Contracts at Rs 14,900 for Maruti Suzuki

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, saw significant activity with 7,519 call contracts traded for an expiry date set for September 30, 2025, at a strike price of Rs 14,900. This trading activity resulted in a turnover of approximately Rs 954.20 lakhs, while the open interest stood at 5,060 contracts, indicating robust market engagement.
Currently, Maruti Suzuki's underlying value is reported at Rs 14,819, positioning it just 0.64% away from its 52-week high of Rs 14,895. Despite this notable performance, the stock underperformed its sector by 1.56% today. However, it has shown resilience with a consecutive gain over the past seven days, yielding a total return of 4.07% during this period.

In terms of liquidity, the stock remains attractive, with a delivery volume of 436,000 shares on August 29, reflecting a 19.89% increase compared to its five-day average. Additionally, Maruti Suzuki is trading above its 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day moving averages, indicating a strong upward trend in its price performance. Overall, Maruti Suzuki continues to demonstrate significant activity and investor interest in the current market landscape.