As of January 19, seven stocks in the NSE F&O universe saw a notable surge in futures open interest, with total open interest rising by over 10% compared with the previous trading session. A sharp increase in futures open interest indicates a rise in the number of active, unexpired contracts in a security. This trend suggests growing participation, with traders either initiating fresh positions or adding to existing ones in the futures market.
Dow, S&P 500 slip as oil hovers near $100 despite Nasdaq’s record close
The Dow and S&P 500 declined sharply as oil prices rallied near the $100 mark, causing apprehension among investors. However, the Nasdaq soared to a