Archive · 28 Oct 2025
MCX Stock Jumps Following Bullion Index Options Launch
MCX, an exchange in India, has started offering options trading on its MCX BULLDEX index, which includes gold and silver futures.
These options will let people bet on the price of gold and silver.
The stock price of MCX went up after this launch.
These options are considered an effective risk management tool.
MCX expects the new options to expand the product range and allow investors to gain exposure to a basket of commodities in the bullion segment.
The BULLDEX has 60% gold and 40% silver, and the composition is rebalanced annually.
Trading happens in monthly cycles.
MCX launched monthly options contracts on the MCX BULLDEX index.
The MCX stock price increased by 3.5% following the launch.
The index includes gold and silver futures.
Options contracts are designed to provide risk management tools.
Each commodity is weighted based on liquidity and market size.
- Who
- MCX
- What
- Launched options contracts on MCX BULLDEX
- When
- October 27, 2025
- Where
- India
- Why
- To offer risk management tools and expand product range
Investor Benefits
Market Impact
Risk Management
Investor Benefits
Options allow investors to manage risk in the gold and silver market.
Market Impact
The launch is expected to expand the product range and assist participants in gaining exposure to a basket of commodities.
- Index Name
- MCX BULLDEX
- Underlying Assets
- Gold and Silver Futures
- Launch Date
- October 27, 2025
- MCX Stock Change
- Increased by 3.5%
- Contract Cycle
- Monthly, up to three months
- Index Composition
- 60% Gold, 40% Silver
Sources
MCX launches Options on BULLDEX for gold & silver trading
MCX launches options contracts for liquid gold and silver futures. Details here
MCX launches options contracts on Bullion Index to deepen commodity markets
MCX stock up 4% on BULLDEX options launch
