Bearish on indexes (sold 4.3x more futures) but bullish on individual stocks (bought 1.7x more futures).
Aggressively bought both call and put options on indexes, indicating hedging or volatility anticipation.
DII Strategy:
Bullish on indexes (bought 2.4x more futures) but bearish on stocks (sold 19.4x more futures).
Focused on buying put options (100% net buyers) to hedge index exposure.
Pro Members Strategy:
Bearish on indexes (sold 1.5x more futures) but bullish on stocks (bought 1.9x more futures).
Marginally bought more call and put options, suggesting cautious optimism with hedging.
Retailers Strategy:
Bullish on both indexes and stocks (bought 2.2x and 5x more futures, respectively).
Sold more call and put options than bought, indicating confidence in stable markets or premium collection.
Conclusion
Market Sentiment:
Institutional Investors (FII/DII/Pro): Cautious on indexes (bearish futures + hedging via options) but optimistic on select stocks.
Retailers: Strongly bullish across the board but exposed to risk due to net option selling.
Key Takeaway: Institutional players are hedging against index volatility while focusing on stock-specific opportunities. Retailers’ aggressive bullishness contrasts with institutional caution, signaling potential divergence in risk appetite.
