Surge in Put Options: MCX Sees 6,734 Contracts at Rs 7,800 Strike Price

In today's trading session, Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd (MCX) has emerged as one of the most active stocks in the options market, particularly in the put segment. The company, operating within the capital markets industry, has seen significant activity with 6,734 contracts traded for put options set to expire on June 26, 2025, at a strike price of Rs 7,800. This trading activity generated a turnover of approximately Rs 889.17 lakhs, while the open interest stands at 1,503 contracts.
Currently, the underlying value of MCX is Rs 7,870, which places it just 2% away from its 52-week high of Rs 8,029.5. Despite this proximity to its peak, the stock has experienced a trend reversal, falling after four consecutive days of gains. It is noteworthy that MCX is trading above its 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day moving averages, indicating a generally positive trend in its performance.

However, investor participation has shown signs of decline, with delivery volume dropping by 16.32% compared to the 5-day average. Despite this, the stock remains liquid enough for trades sized at Rs 15.36 crore, reflecting a robust market presence. The one-day return for MCX stands at -0.47%, slightly outperforming the sector's return of -0.71%. Overall, the activity surrounding MCX's put options highlights the stock's dynamic position in the market today.