Index-options trading volumes in India have slumped in the first week of the new closing auction mechanism as traders adjust to one of the country’s biggest market-structure overhauls in years.

The Indian stock market traded higher on Tuesday, following a rally in global markets, as risk-sentiment improved after the announcement of the US-Iran peace deal and the fall in crude oil prices.

The article looks at the best charting and technical analysis tools that are available on the major Indian trading platforms in 2026 so that experienced F&O traders can make an informed decision.

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Contract size: Standard equity options contracts represent 100 shares of the underlying stock. So, for example, a quoted price of $2 per share translates to a total contract cost of $200 ($2 × 100 ...

Gordon Scott has been an active investor and technical analyst for 20+ years. He is a Chartered Market Technician (CMT). Timothy Li is a consultant, accountant, and finance manager with an MBA from ...

If you’re looking to hedge against risk, generate income, or make directional bets on stocks and indexes, options trading can give you greater strategic flexibility. But options are also complex.