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Sebi moves to standardise options strike price norms
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has proposed a standardized framework for options strike prices across exchanges to address intraday volatility. This move aims to ensure the availability of contracts around prevailing market prices, enhancing trading continuity and ease for market participants.
NCDEX launches India’s first rainfall-based weather derivatives contract
NCDEX has launched RAINMUMBAI, India’s first SEBI-approved exchange-traded weather derivatives contract based on Mumbai rainfall. Built with IIT Bombay and IMD data, it enables stakeholders like farmers, utilities, and lenders to hedge monsoon risks using a transparent, data-driven financial instrument.
3 years of derivatives relaunch: How Sensex turned Rs 2 crore premium into Rs 33,000 crore options business
BSE has rapidly expanded its derivatives business through Sensex weekly options, sharply increasing turnover, market share and profitability. Lower transaction costs, rising retail participation and algorithmic trading boosted volumes, while derivatives growth significantly strengthened BSE’s revenue, earnings and position in India’s booming options market.
BSE launches F&O trading on IT index; debut day turnover at Rs 148 crore
BSE launched India’s first futures and options contracts linked to the Focused IT Index, offering investors new hedging and trading opportunities in the technology sector. The launch attracted strong participation, reflecting growing interest in sector-specific derivatives amid evolving market dynamics and global technology trends.
F&O Radar: Bull Call Spread strategy for Siemens
Siemens Ltd stock is showing strong upward momentum. It has broken out of a year-long consolidation pattern. This suggests a potential trend reversal and a new bullish phase. Buying interest is high. Trading volumes are increasing. Investors are actively participating in the uptrend. Traders should watch for further confirmation. Resistance is seen between ₹3800 and ₹4000.
Why Sahi is the right platform for futures and options trading in India
Sahi is a new trading platform designed specifically for Indian futures and options traders, addressing common issues like execution delays and fragmented screens. It offers single-screen workflows, built-in risk management, and research-backed trade ideas to enhance trading efficiency and discipline.
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F&O Talk: Nifty's 6% gains are strongest since February 2021. Is it pullback or trend-reversal?
Indian markets concluded the week on a strong note, continuing their upward trend. Buying interest in banking, auto, and consumer stocks fueled the gains. The Nifty50 and BSE Sensex saw significant advances. Volatility eased considerably. Experts provided outlooks for Nifty and Bank Nifty, along with sector-specific strategies for the upcoming week.
Adani Power, Hyundai Motor among 8 stocks to join F&O segment from April 1; NSE announces position limits
Eight stocks, including Adani Power and Hyundai Motor India, will enter the F&O segment from April 1, with NSE announcing position limits. The move is expected to improve liquidity and trading volumes, following SEBI’s revised eligibility norms aimed at ensuring higher-quality stocks with sufficient market depth.
F&O trading to get costlier from April 1 as curbs on speculation kick in
Equity derivatives trading faces higher costs from April 1. New government taxes on futures and options will increase trading expenses. The Reserve Bank of India's stricter lending rules for brokers also take effect. These measures aim to moderate speculation. Trading volumes are expected to decrease, particularly for retail traders. Costs for trading, arbitrage, and hedging will rise.
NSE to introduce Dated Brent Crude Oil futures contract from Apr 13
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) will introduce Dated Brent Crude Oil (Platts) futures from April 13, expanding its commodity derivatives offerings linked to global oil benchmarks.
F&O stocks in focus as war adds to uncertainty
Geopolitical tensions are expected to keep equities under pressure, with sharp moves anticipated in derivative stocks. The article highlights top bullish picks like KEI Industries and Lupin, alongside bearish outlooks for LIC Housing Finance and United Spirits, as traders navigate market volatility.
NSE to launch Gold 10 grams futures from March 16 after Sebi approval. Check expiry and other details
National Stock Exchange will launch Gold 10 grams futures from March 16 after approval from Securities and Exchange Board of India. The monthly, delivery-based contract aims to boost retail participation with defined price limits, margins and Ahmedabad-based settlement.
Sebi stalls NCDEX and MSE’s entry into options market: Report
India's market regulator has halted new exchanges NCDEX and MSE from trading equity derivatives. SEBI insists they must first build robust share-trading businesses and demonstrate sufficient cash market liquidity. This move reflects caution over India's booming derivatives market, aiming to prevent further fueling without a solid underlying equity base.
F&O Radar | Deploy a Bull Call Spread in Shriram Finance to benefit from bullish outlook
Shriram Finance shares exhibit a strong bullish structure on the weekly chart, marked by a higher high–higher low pattern. Trading near record highs, the stock is consolidating in a symmetrical triangle after a sharp rally, signalling underlying strength. Recent price action suggests accumulation, and the setup points to a potential upside breakout in the near term.
Inside Sahi’s in‑house trading charts: Built for speed, stability, and serious traders
Sahi introduces a new trading platform for Indian traders. It features in-house charts built for speed and responsiveness. This platform aims to eliminate delays in options trading. Traders can execute orders and manage trades directly from charts. Sahi's Scalper 2.0 offers faster charts and seamless navigation. It provides a focused trading desk for quick decision-making.
Nifty Put-Call ratio signals caution amid foreign selling and tariff uncertainty
An equity derivatives gauge is flashing caution as foreign selling and tariff uncertainty deter traders from chasing upside. The Nifty Put-Call Ratio (PCR) has fallen to 0.65, indicating a rapid unwinding of put positions and fresh call writing, suggesting negative sentiment among options traders.
