Key Events This Week
27 Jan: Sharp open interest surge amid derivatives activity
28 Jan: Another significant open interest rise with mixed market signals
29 Jan: Open interest climbs amid rising market momentum and strong price gains
30 Jan: Mildly bullish momentum observed amid mixed technical indicators
27 January: Open Interest Surge Amid Derivatives Activity
On 27 January, Sammaan Capital’s stock price edged up modestly by 0.07% to close at Rs.138.95, while the Sensex gained 0.50%. Despite the subdued price movement, the derivatives market saw a sharp 32.06% surge in open interest, rising to 47,936 contracts from 36,298 previously. Futures volume was robust at 35,576 contracts, with a futures value of approximately ₹1,86,318 lakhs and options notional value at ₹2,77,071.36 crores. This spike in open interest contrasted with the stock trading below all key moving averages, signalling technical weakness amid heightened speculative positioning.
Investor participation in the cash market was subdued, with delivery volumes declining 24.5% to 31.25 lakh shares on 23 January compared to the five-day average. The stock’s liquidity remained adequate, supporting trade sizes up to ₹2.28 crore. The mixed signals suggested that derivatives traders were repositioning, possibly anticipating a directional move despite recent price softness.
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28 January: Mixed Market Signals Amid Another Open Interest Spike
The stock gained 1.98% to close at Rs.141.70 on 28 January, underperforming its housing finance sector peers who rose 3.17%, while the Sensex advanced 1.12%. Open interest surged 55.93% to 29,351 contracts, accompanied by a volume of 22,994 contracts. The futures segment accounted for ₹46,672 lakhs in value, with options notional value at ₹9,792.29 crores. Delivery volumes soared to 1.52 crore shares, a 289.94% increase over the five-day average, indicating genuine investor buying interest.
Technically, the stock traded above its 5-day and 200-day moving averages but remained below the 20-day, 50-day, and 100-day averages, reflecting a mixed outlook. The surge in derivatives activity alongside rising delivery volumes suggested a complex interplay of speculative and genuine accumulation, with investors cautiously optimistic about a potential recovery or consolidation phase.
29 January: Rising Market Momentum and Strong Price Gains
Sammaan Capital’s stock price surged 4.13% to Rs.147.55, outperforming its sector which declined 0.32%, and the Sensex which rose 0.22%. Open interest increased 14.54% to 34,690 contracts, supported by a volume of 20,182 contracts. The futures value traded was approximately ₹48,544.5 lakhs, with options notional value at ₹8,130.5 crores. Delivery volumes remained strong at 1.24 crore shares, up 91.56% from the five-day average, signalling sustained investor conviction.
The stock traded above its 5-day, 20-day, and 200-day moving averages, though still below the 50-day and 100-day averages, indicating positive short-term momentum amid medium-term consolidation. The derivatives market activity pointed to directional bets and growing bullish sentiment, supported by improved fundamentals and sector outlook.
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30 January: Mildly Bullish Momentum Amid Mixed Technical Signals
On the final trading day of the week, Sammaan Capital closed at Rs.150.40, up 1.93% from the previous close, while the Sensex declined 0.22%. The stock demonstrated a shift from sideways to mildly bullish momentum, supported by positive daily moving averages and monthly momentum indicators. However, weekly technical signals and volume-based indicators remained mixed, suggesting cautious optimism.
Key technical indicators such as MACD showed divergence between weekly mild bearishness and monthly mild bullishness, while RSI hovered in neutral zones. Bollinger Bands and KST indicators also reflected this split view, with weekly readings mildly bearish and monthly readings bullish. Dow Theory assessments remained mildly bearish, indicating that broader market sentiment was still cautious despite recent gains.
The stock’s Mojo Score improved to 64.0 with a Hold rating, upgraded from Sell in September 2025. This rating aligns with the balanced technical outlook and recent outperformance relative to the Sensex, which gained 0.31% over the week compared to Sammaan Capital’s 8.32% rise.
| Date | Stock Price | Day Change | Sensex | Day Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-27 | Rs.138.95 | +0.07% | 35,786.84 | +0.50% |
| 2026-01-28 | Rs.141.70 | +1.98% | 36,188.16 | +1.12% |
| 2026-01-29 | Rs.147.55 | +4.13% | 36,266.59 | +0.22% |
| 2026-01-30 | Rs.150.40 | +1.93% | 36,185.03 | -0.22% |
Key Takeaways
Strong Weekly Outperformance: Sammaan Capital’s 8.32% weekly gain far exceeded the Sensex’s 1.62%, reflecting robust investor interest and positive momentum in a small-cap housing finance stock.
Derivatives Market Activity: Repeated sharp surges in open interest and rising volumes throughout the week signalled active repositioning by traders, with a mix of speculative and genuine accumulation evident from delivery volume spikes.
Mixed Technical Signals: While short-term moving averages and monthly momentum indicators turned bullish, weekly and volume-based indicators remained cautious, suggesting the stock is in a transition phase requiring close monitoring.
Sector and Market Context: The stock’s relative strength contrasted with mixed sector performance, highlighting company-specific factors and improving fundamentals amid a challenging housing finance environment.
Mojo Score and Rating: The Hold rating and Mojo Score of 64.0 reflect a balanced outlook, with improved confidence tempered by sector headwinds and technical uncertainties.
Conclusion
Sammaan Capital Ltd’s week was characterised by significant derivatives market activity, rising volumes, and a strong price rally that outpaced the broader market. The stock’s technical indicators suggest a cautiously optimistic stance, with short-term momentum improving amid mixed signals. Investors should remain attentive to evolving open interest trends and delivery volumes as these provide valuable insight into market sentiment and potential directional moves.
While the Hold rating and moderate Mojo Score counsel prudence, the stock’s outperformance and improving technical profile offer a positive narrative within the housing finance sector. Continued monitoring of sector dynamics, macroeconomic factors, and technical confirmations will be essential for assessing the sustainability of this momentum.
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