Surge in Open Interest for Power Grid Signals Increased Market Activity Amid Price Challenges

Aug 26 2025 03:00 PM IST
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Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd has seen a notable rise in open interest, reaching 72,269 contracts, alongside a trading volume of 34,896 contracts. Despite this increased market activity, the stock is trading below its key moving averages and has recorded a slight decline in its price performance.
Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (POWERGRID) has experienced a significant increase in open interest today, reflecting heightened activity in its futures market. The latest open interest stands at 72,269 contracts, up from the previous 60,235 contracts, marking a change of 12,034 contracts or a 19.98% increase. This surge in open interest coincides with a trading volume of 34,896 contracts, indicating robust participation in the market.

In terms of financial metrics, Power Grid Corporation is currently trading below its 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day moving averages, suggesting a downward trend in its price performance. The stock has recorded a 1D return of -1.34%, while the sector and Sensex have seen returns of -1.17% and -0.79%, respectively.

Additionally, the company boasts a high dividend yield of 3.13% at the current price, and its liquidity remains favorable, with a trading capacity sufficient for a trade size of Rs 3.75 crore based on 2% of the 5-day average traded value.

In summary, the notable increase in open interest for Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd highlights a shift in market dynamics, while the stock continues to navigate a challenging trading environment.
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