Archive · 31 Oct 2025
F&O Analysis: NTPC, Coal India, Bank Nifty Options Strategy
Imagine you bought a special ticket (an option) that lets you buy stocks or a group of stocks later at a set price.
For NTPC, your ticket lets you buy at ₹350.
The stock is currently at ₹345 but might go up soon, so it's probably a good idea to keep your ticket for now, as it could become more valuable.
For Coal India, your ticket is to buy at ₹420.
The stock is trading lower and its direction is uncertain, so it's best to sell this ticket and get some money back.
For Bank Nifty, which is like a basket of big bank stocks, your ticket lets you buy at 59,000.
This basket is doing well and might go even higher, so holding onto this ticket is recommended as it could become worth a lot more.
NTPC stock is in a sideways range but shows potential for a breakout above ₹350, suggesting holding the 350-call option.
The November 350-call for NTPC could reach ₹15-17 if the stock hits ₹365, making the target of ₹11.75 reasonable.
Coal India is trading in a sideways range between ₹370 and ₹410 with uncertain outlook, advising liquidation of the 420-call option.
Nifty Bank is in a bullish trend and expected to break resistance at 58,500, potentially reaching 59,000 or higher.
Holding the 59000-call for Bank Nifty is recommended due to the bullish outlook and potential premium increase before expiry.
- Who
- Anish Das
- What
- Seeking advice on holding or exiting F&O positions in NTPC, Coal India, and Bank Nifty options.
- When
- Published on October 31, 2025, with consideration for upcoming expiry.
- Where
- Financial markets, specifically focusing on Indian stocks and indices.
- Why
- To determine the best strategy for existing options trades based on market analysis and price targets.
Hold Position
Exit Position
NTPC 350-Call
Hold Position
The stock shows a positive bias and is expected to break out of ₹350 soon, with a potential target of ₹365. This makes the current target of ₹11.75 reasonable.
Exit Position
The stock has been in a sideways range since May, indicating potential for stagnation.
Coal India 420-Call
Hold Position
The stock is charting a sideways trend between ₹370 and ₹410. A clear breach of ₹370 or ₹410 is needed for a sustainable trend.
Exit Position
Given the uncertain outlook and the current price well below the strike price, the option is unlikely to be profitable and should be exited.
Bank Nifty 59000-Call
Hold Position
The broader trend is bullish, with potential to break resistance at 58,500 and rally to 59,000 or even 60,000. The premium could rise to ₹900 before expiry.
Exit Position
The index is moving in a sideways band of 57,500-58,500, suggesting a possibility of consolidation before any significant move.
- NTPC Current Price
- ₹345.15
- Coal India Current Price
- ₹387.70
- Nifty Bank Current Level
- 58,031
- NTPC Call Option Expiry
- November
- NTPC Call Strike Price
- 350
- Coal India Call Strike Price
- 420
- Bank Nifty Call Strike Price
- 59000