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FIIs up shorts in Nifty futures, net sell 50K contracts in 3 days: F&O data

Despite Monday's sharp recovery, FIIs were net sellers of ₹1,228 crore in index futures yesterday. Here are the key highlights from the derivatives data.

FIIs up shorts in Nifty futures, net sell 50K contracts in 3 days: F&O data
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 9:13 AM IST

Nifty F&O expiry: Analysts see 26,000 as key resistance; strategy today

The derivatives data reflects at a cautious and guarded market stance, with Call writers at slight advantage, explains Dhupesh Dhameja, Derivatives Research Analyst, SAMCO Securities.

Nifty F&O expiry: Analysts see 26,000 as key resistance; strategy today
Updated On : 30 Dec 2025 | 8:30 AM IST

F&O Cues: Here's how to trade Nifty with a 'Bull Spread' strategy

FIIs long to short ratio in the Index Futures stands at an oversold level, suggesting a higher possibility of a short covering, HDFC Securities' Nandish Shah said

F&O Cues: Here's how to trade Nifty with a 'Bull Spread' strategy
Updated On : 10 Oct 2025 | 8:10 AM IST

Easy money via F&O is over; discount brokerages to be hit: Systematix MD

Domestic consumption continues to drive robust growth, with strong performance expected across automotive, staples, and discretionary segments, Khandelwal said

Easy money via F&O is over; discount brokerages to be hit: Systematix MD
Updated On : 23 Sep 2025 | 7:27 AM IST

FIIs cut short bets in Nifty, Bank Nifty futures by this many contracts...

The NSE F&O data shows that FIIs open interest in index futures has declined by over 14 per cent from its peak; amid net purchases of contracts worth ₹7,737.41 crore in the last 8 trading sessions.

FIIs cut short bets in Nifty, Bank Nifty futures by this many contracts...
Updated On : 18 Sep 2025 | 9:12 AM IST

CDSL share price: Bear Spread strategy, risk, reward, trade setup explained

Here is a Bear spread strategy for CDSL stock for Sept expiry, by Nandish Shah of HDFC Securities. Know entry price, breakeven, max profit, margin required, and technical outlook on CDSL stock

CDSL share price: Bear Spread strategy, risk, reward, trade setup explained
Updated On : 29 Aug 2025 | 6:43 AM IST

FIIs short bets intact even as Nifty rises nearly 700 pts from recent lows

FIIs long-short ratio in index futures has barely moved from 0.09 to 0.11, implying presence of heavy short bets in the August F&O series.

FIIs short bets intact even as Nifty rises nearly 700 pts from recent lows
Updated On : 20 Aug 2025 | 10:20 AM IST

FIIs hold 10 short bets for every long trade in index futures

FIIs are holding 10 short positions in index futures for every long trade; historically Nifty has witnessed a short-covering rally after the ratio dropped to such lows, shows F&O data.

FIIs hold 10 short bets for every long trade in index futures
Updated On : 07 Aug 2025 | 7:39 AM IST

FPIs selling in F&O hits 2-year high; but rollovers hint at optimism ahead

Foreign investors net sold ₹14,452 crore, and ₹25,831 crore in stock & index futures, respectively in July; however, F&O rollovers hint at likely optimism going ahead.

FPIs selling in F&O hits 2-year high; but rollovers hint at optimism ahead
Updated On : 31 Jul 2025 | 2:04 PM IST

Top stock picks for July 28: Shyam Metalics, Torrent Pharma; check targets

Stocks to buy: Analyst at Angel One recommends Shyam Metalics and Torrent Pharma; Check target price, stop loss here

Top stock picks for July 28: Shyam Metalics, Torrent Pharma; check targets
Updated On : 28 Jul 2025 | 6:43 AM IST

F&O cues: Analyst suggests Bear Spread for ICICI General Insurance stock

F&O stocks: ICICI General Insurance stock has seen a short build-up and has broken down on the daily chart with higher volumes

F&O cues: Analyst suggests Bear Spread for ICICI General Insurance stock
Updated On : 25 Jul 2025 | 7:49 AM IST

F&O Strategy: Analyst suggests Bear Spread for Hindustan Aeronautics stock

F&O strategy: Short-term trend of the Hindustan Aeronautics turned weak, while it is positive for LIC Housing Finance

F&O Strategy: Analyst suggests Bear Spread for Hindustan Aeronautics stock
Updated On : 18 Jul 2025 | 7:42 AM IST

FIIs net sold over 68,000 Nifty futures in July series; what to expect now?

FIIs have been net sellers in index futures for 11 straight days. Their open positions in Nifty futures jumped by 47% thus far in July series, implying significant short build-up; suggests F&O data.

FIIs net sold over 68,000 Nifty futures in July series; what to expect now?
Updated On : 15 Jul 2025 | 10:29 AM IST

F&O turnover declines 21% as market sees impact of Jane Street ban

F&O turnover on the National Stock Exchange drops 21% on the first expiry of Nifty weekly contracts since Jane Street's ban, with index options turnover seeing a significant decline

F&O turnover declines 21% as market sees impact of Jane Street ban
Updated On : 11 Jul 2025 | 6:31 AM IST

F&O Expiry Trade: Nifty breakout above 25,300 may trigger short-covering

Nifty Expiry Day: A breakout above the 25,300 level could result in swift short-covering and potentially drive the Nifty towards the 25,450 - 25,500 zone, said Dhupesh Dhameja of SAMCO Securities.

F&O Expiry Trade: Nifty breakout above 25,300 may trigger short-covering
Updated On : 26 Jun 2025 | 10:53 AM IST

Looking for short-term F&O trade? Check this 'Bull Spread' on Eicher Motors

Long build up was seen in Eicher Motors Futures on Thursday, where the open interest rose by 2 per cent while the share price gained 1.86 per cent

Looking for short-term F&O trade? Check this 'Bull Spread' on Eicher Motors
Updated On : 20 Jun 2025 | 7:01 AM IST

F&O: Here's a 'Bear Spread' for Nifty MidCap as it drops below 5, 20-DEMA

Analyst at HDFC Securities have recommended a 'Bear Spread' Strategy on the Nifty MidCap index as it has broken down from the upward sloping trendline, suggesting a weak outlook

F&O: Here's a 'Bear Spread' for Nifty MidCap as it drops below 5, 20-DEMA
Updated On : 20 Jun 2025 | 6:35 AM IST

F&O guide: Sahaj Agrawal of Kotak Securities sees Nifty at 25,500 levels

Nifty F&O outlook: Strong market breadth continues to support bullish momentum, with the technical setup suggesting potential for an extended move

F&O guide: Sahaj Agrawal of Kotak Securities sees Nifty at 25,500 levels
Updated On : 10 Jun 2025 | 10:04 AM IST

Nifty Bank Strategy: How to use a 'Bull Spread' for June 26 expiry decoded

The short term trend of the Bank Nifty is positive as it is placed above its 5,11 and 20 day EMA

Nifty Bank Strategy: How to use a 'Bull Spread' for June 26 expiry decoded
Updated On : 06 Jun 2025 | 8:02 AM IST

FIIs increase short bets in Nifty, index futures; should you be worried?

Foreign Institutional Investors long-short ratio in index futures now stands at the lowest point in two months; implying the presence of 5 sell-side bets for every long position, shows NSE F&O data.

FIIs increase short bets in Nifty, index futures; should you be worried?
Updated On : 05 Jun 2025 | 9:19 AM IST