Surge in Reliance Industries Ltd Put Options: 2,004 Contracts at Rs 1,400 Strike Price

Reliance Industries Ltd has emerged as one of the most active stocks in the options market today, particularly in the put options segment. The underlying stock, RELIANCE, has seen significant trading activity with 2,004 contracts traded for puts expiring on June 26, 2025, at a strike price of Rs 1,400. This activity has generated a turnover of approximately Rs 208.82 lakhs, while the open interest stands at 4,740 contracts, indicating a robust interest in this option.
In terms of price performance, Reliance Industries has underperformed its sector by 0.39% today, with the underlying value currently at Rs 1,415.9. The stock is trading above its 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day moving averages, but below its 5-day and 20-day moving averages, suggesting mixed short-term momentum. Additionally, the stock has experienced a decline in investor participation, with delivery volume dropping by 23.99% compared to the 5-day average.

Despite these fluctuations, the stock remains liquid, with a trading capacity sufficient for a trade size of Rs 32.2 crore, reflecting its large-cap status in the oil industry. The one-day return for Reliance Industries is recorded at 0.14%, while the broader sector has returned 0.26%, and the Sensex has seen a slight decline of 0.23%. Overall, the activity in Reliance's put options highlights a notable interest in the stock amidst varying performance metrics.