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DLF DLF Ltd. — Smart-Money Activity, F&O Buildup & Bulk Deals

Sector: Realty
₹ 673.65
+0.76%
1-year price · range ₹510–₹847

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Smart Money Verdict synthesis of derivatives, deals, and promoter files

Derivatives signal Short Covering
Price rose (+0.1%) on short-covering (OI down -0.8%), suggesting a temporary relief bounce rather than new buyers.

Analysis what the data is telling us about DLF

In the last completed session, DLF Ltd. closed +0.13% with futures open interest moving -0.8%. That combination — price rising while OI shrinks — is classified as Short Covering. It typically reflects existing short sellers closing positions, not fresh buying. Short-covering rallies can be sharp but tend to fade without follow-through demand. The stock's option PCR sits at 0.66, indicating heavy call-side writing — option dealers see resistance overhead. Max-pain strike at ₹650 sits 3.5% below the current price, a mild magnet near expiry.

There have been no notable bulk or block deals from FIIs, mutual funds, or insurance companies in DLF Ltd. over the last 30 sessions.

Putting it together, the smart-money picture for DLF Ltd. points to a supportive setup at the next open. The next scheduled earnings report is on 2026-08-04, with the consensus EPS estimate at ₹3.5. Earnings days routinely override positioning signals — keep an eye on the calendar.

F&O Positioning EOD derivatives setup

Buildup Class
Short Covering
bias: bullish
Futures OI
55,453,400
-465500 (-0.8%)
Option PCR (OI)
0.66
neutral option setup
Max Pain Strike
₹ 650
writer loss minimized strike

Quote Details key metrics & weights

Previous Close
₹ 668.60
yesterday's EOD close
Index Contribution
not a Nifty 50 constituent
Traded Volume
2,830,486
live shares traded today
Upcoming Earnings
2026-08-04
EPS est: 3.5

Technical Snapshot from 400 sessions of price history

RSI (14)
58.2
neutral momentum
52-Week High
₹ 856.45
-21.9% from high
52-Week Low
₹ 489.40
+36.6% above low
200-DMA
₹ 647.39
+3.3% · above trend
50-DMA
₹ 613.43
+9.0% from 50-DMA
1-Year Return
-19.8%
1M +7.1%

Key Fundamentals headline ratios · Real Estate

P/E (TTM)
37.7
price / earnings
P/B
3.7
price / book
ROE
10.0%
return on equity
Market Cap
₹ 166,749 Cr
total market value
Dividend Yield
1.19%
trailing yield
EPS (TTM)
₹ 17.85
earnings per share

Fundamental ratios sourced from public market data, refreshed periodically; verify against company filings before relying on them.

Institutional Deals last 30 sessions (bulk & block)

No institutional bulk or block deals recorded for this stock in the last 30 sessions.

Insider & Promoter Filings last 60 days

No insider disclosures filed for this stock in the last 60 days.

Option Chain Ladder nearest expiry 2026-07-28 · spot 669 · EOD 2026-07-20

Option writers expect range between 640 and 680+1.7% upside, -4.3% downside.
downside-skewed
Call OI (writers) Strike Put OI (writers)
374,300 -21k
640 S
940,500 -44k
IV 47% Δ -0.23 θ -0.9 ν 0
192,850 -1k
645
304,950 -25k
IV 47% Δ -0.27 θ -1.0 ν 0
781,850 +9k
IV 18% Δ 0.88 θ -0.3 ν 0
650 MP
789,450 +4k
IV 47% Δ -0.32 θ -1.1 ν 0
157,700
IV 23% Δ 0.76 θ -0.6 ν 0
655
217,550 -13k
IV 48% Δ -0.36 θ -1.1 ν 0
1,042,150 +119k
IV 26% Δ 0.66 θ -0.7 ν 0
660
543,400 -19k
IV 50% Δ -0.41 θ -1.2 ν 0
164,350 -4k
IV 28% Δ 0.58 θ -0.8 ν 0
665
0
2,156,500 -57k
IV 30% Δ 0.50 θ -0.8 ν 0
670
596,600 -49k
IV 52% Δ -0.49 θ -1.3 ν 0
428,450 -43k
IV 31% Δ 0.43 θ -0.9 ν 0
675
0
2,311,350 -68k
IV 32% Δ 0.37 θ -0.8 ν 0
680 R
519,650 -9k
IV 56% Δ -0.57 θ -1.4 ν 0
253,650 -14k
IV 33% Δ 0.32 θ -0.8 ν 0
685
0
976,600 -63k
IV 35% Δ 0.27 θ -0.8 ν 0
690
359,100 -3k
IV 60% Δ -0.63 θ -1.4 ν 0
1,778,400 +234k
IV 37% Δ 0.20 θ -0.7 ν 0
700
291,650 +4k
IV 63% Δ -0.68 θ -1.4 ν 0
345,800 -5k
IV 38% Δ 0.14 θ -0.6 ν 0
710
16,150
IV 74% Δ -0.70 θ -1.6 ν 0

Chain Interpretation

Spot Underlying 668.60
Key Resistance (R) 680
Key Support (S) 640
Max Pain Strike (MP) 650
Concentrations of Option open interest show strong barrier levels. Option writers defend these levels, especially heading into monthly derivatives expiry.

Strategy Builder multi-leg payoff for DLF options · 2026-07-28 expiry

Underlying: DLF · Spot: ₹ 668.60 · Expiry: 2026-07-28 · Lot: 950

Legs

Side
Type
Strike
Qty
Premium
Net premium
Max profit
Max loss
Breakevens
Position Delta
Position Theta/day
Position Vega/1% IV

Payoff at expiry

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DLF — frequently asked questions

What is the DLF Ltd. share price today?

DLF is trading at ₹673.65 (+0.76% vs previous close), per the latest update on this page.

What is the P/E ratio of DLF Ltd.?

DLF (DLF Ltd.) has a trailing twelve-month P/E ratio of 37.7.

What is the market cap of DLF Ltd.?

DLF has a market capitalisation of approximately ₹166,749 crore.

What is the ROE of DLF Ltd.?

DLF has a return on equity (ROE) of about 10.0%.

Is DLF near its 52-week high?

DLF is trading -21.9% from its 52-week high of ₹856.45 as of 2026-07-20.

What is the RSI of DLF?

The 14-day RSI of DLF is 58.2, which is considered neutral.

Is DLF above its 200-day moving average?

DLF is trading above its 200-DMA of ₹647.39 (+3.3% away).

What is the F&O buildup in DLF?

The latest end-of-day derivatives data classifies DLF as Short Covering (bias: bullish), based on the day's combined price and open-interest change.

What is the max pain and PCR for DLF options?

DLF's option-chain max pain strike is ₹650 and its put-call ratio (OI) is 0.66, from the latest end-of-day option chain.

Are FIIs or big investors buying DLF?

Strota tracks every bulk and block deal in DLF with named buyers and sellers, plus promoter and insider filings — the tables on this page list the most recent institutional activity as disclosed to the exchanges.