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HAL Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. — Smart-Money Activity, F&O Buildup & Bulk Deals

Sector: Capital Goods
₹ 4,581.70
+2.02%
1-year price · range ₹3,669–₹5,007

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

Derivatives signal Short Buildup
Short sellers are loading fresh positions (OI up +2.0%) on price weakness (-0.2%).

Analysis what the data is telling us about HAL

In the last completed session, Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. closed -0.20% with futures open interest moving +2.0%. That combination — price falling while OI builds — is classified as Short Buildup. Fresh short positions are being added on weakness, which historically prefaces further downside until shorts are forced to cover. The stock's option PCR sits at 0.60, indicating heavy call-side writing — option dealers see resistance overhead. Max-pain strike at ₹4,450 sits 2.9% 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 Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. over the last 30 sessions.

Putting it together, the smart-money picture for Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. points to a softer setup at the next open. The next scheduled earnings report is on 2026-08-11, with the consensus EPS estimate at ₹23.17. Earnings days routinely override positioning signals — keep an eye on the calendar.

F&O Positioning EOD derivatives setup

Buildup Class
Short Buildup
bias: bearish
Futures OI
5,605,650
+109950 (+2.0%)
Option PCR (OI)
0.60
heavy call writing
Max Pain Strike
₹ 4,450
writer loss minimized strike

Quote Details key metrics & weights

Previous Close
₹ 4,491.00
yesterday's EOD close
Index Contribution
not a Nifty 50 constituent
Traded Volume
697,566
live shares traded today
Upcoming Earnings
2026-08-11
EPS est: 23.17

Technical Snapshot from 400 sessions of price history

RSI (14)
57.4
neutral momentum
52-Week High
₹ 4,978.00
-9.8% from high
52-Week Low
₹ 3,479.10
+29.1% above low
200-DMA
₹ 4,371.60
+2.7% · above trend
50-DMA
₹ 4,380.77
+2.5% from 50-DMA
1-Year Return
-8.3%
1M +1.9%

Key Fundamentals headline ratios · Industrials

P/E (TTM)
33.6
price / earnings
P/B
7.5
price / book
ROE
24.0%
return on equity
Market Cap
₹ 306,413 Cr
total market value
Dividend Yield
0.44%
trailing yield
EPS (TTM)
₹ 136.37
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 4,491 · EOD 2026-07-20

Option writers expect range between 4,400 and 4,500+0.2% upside, -2.0% downside.
downside-skewed
Call OI (writers) Strike Put OI (writers)
20,850 -1k
IV 32% Δ 0.94 θ -2.5 ν 1
4200
173,250 +5k
18,600
IV 43% Δ 0.84 θ -5.4 ν 2
4250
40,200 +11k
86,100
IV 31% Δ 0.86 θ -3.8 ν 1
4300
143,850 +6k
IV 32% Δ -0.15 θ -3.3 ν 1
28,200 -1k
IV 32% Δ 0.78 θ -4.8 ν 2
4350
91,050 -1k
IV 32% Δ -0.22 θ -4.0 ν 2
328,350 -2k
IV 30% Δ 0.70 θ -5.2 ν 2
4400 S
336,750 -12k
IV 31% Δ -0.30 θ -4.6 ν 2
133,650 -3k
IV 31% Δ 0.61 θ -5.7 ν 2
4450 MP
120,150 +7k
IV 31% Δ -0.39 θ -5.0 ν 2
660,000 +33k
IV 31% Δ 0.50 θ -5.8 ν 2
4500 R
279,900 -33k
IV 31% Δ -0.50 θ -5.1 ν 2
244,950 +21k
IV 31% Δ 0.40 θ -5.6 ν 2
4550
47,250 -2k
IV 31% Δ -0.60 θ -4.8 ν 2
278,250 +25k
IV 31% Δ 0.31 θ -5.1 ν 2
4600
139,800 -3k
IV 31% Δ -0.69 θ -4.2 ν 2
91,200 +6k
IV 32% Δ 0.23 θ -4.5 ν 2
4650
3,900
IV 32% Δ -0.77 θ -3.8 ν 2
276,150 +20k
IV 32% Δ 0.17 θ -3.7 ν 2
4700
19,800 +1k
IV 33% Δ -0.83 θ -3.0 ν 2
44,550 +2k
4750
450
217,650 +2k
4800
22,800 -14k
IV 28% Δ -0.95 θ -0.5 ν 1

Chain Interpretation

Spot Underlying 4,491.30
Key Resistance (R) 4,500
Key Support (S) 4,400
Max Pain Strike (MP) 4,450
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 HAL options · 2026-07-28 expiry

Underlying: HAL · Spot: ₹ 4,491.30 · Expiry: 2026-07-28 · Lot: 150

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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HAL — frequently asked questions

What is the Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. share price today?

HAL is trading at ₹4,581.70 (+2.02% vs previous close), per the latest update on this page.

What is the P/E ratio of Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd.?

HAL (Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd.) has a trailing twelve-month P/E ratio of 33.6.

What is the market cap of Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd.?

HAL has a market capitalisation of approximately ₹306,413 crore.

What is the ROE of Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd.?

HAL has a return on equity (ROE) of about 24.0%.

Is HAL near its 52-week high?

HAL is trading -9.8% from its 52-week high of ₹4,978.00 as of 2026-07-20.

What is the RSI of HAL?

The 14-day RSI of HAL is 57.4, which is considered neutral.

Is HAL above its 200-day moving average?

HAL is trading above its 200-DMA of ₹4,371.60 (+2.7% away).

What is the F&O buildup in HAL?

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

What is the max pain and PCR for HAL options?

HAL's option-chain max pain strike is ₹4,450 and its put-call ratio (OI) is 0.60, from the latest end-of-day option chain.

Are FIIs or big investors buying HAL?

Strota tracks every bulk and block deal in HAL 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.