AXISBANK Axis Bank Ltd. — Smart-Money Activity, F&O Buildup & Bulk Deals
Sector: Financial Services · Nifty 50 Weight: 3.34%Smart Money Verdict synthesis of derivatives, deals, and promoter files
Analysis what the data is telling us about AXISBANK
In the last completed session, Axis Bank Ltd. closed -0.06% with futures open interest moving +1.6%. 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 0.64, indicating heavy call-side writing — option dealers see resistance overhead. Max-pain strike at ₹1,220 sits 2.0% 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 Axis Bank Ltd. over the last 30 sessions.
Putting it together, the smart-money picture for Axis Bank Ltd. points to a softer setup at the next open. The next scheduled earnings report is on 2026-10-17, with the consensus EPS estimate at ₹22.155. Earnings days routinely override positioning signals — keep an eye on the calendar.
F&O Positioning EOD derivatives setup
Quote Details key metrics & weights
Technical Snapshot as of 2026-10-07 close · from 400 sessions of price history
Key Fundamentals headline ratios · Financial Services
Fundamental ratios sourced from public market data, refreshed periodically; verify against company filings before relying on them.
Institutional Deals last 30 sessions (bulk & block)
| Date | Side | Price | Value (Cr) | Counterparty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-24 | BUY | ₹ 1,363.50 | 25.10 | THE MTBJ LTD. AS TRST FOR GOVRNMNT PENSION INVSTMNT FUND MUTB400045794 |
| 2026-06-24 | SELL | ₹ 1,363.50 | 25.10 | THE MTBJ LTD. AS TRST FOR GOVRNMNT PENSION INVSTMNT FUND MTBJ400045828 |
Insider & Promoter Filings last 60 days
Option Chain Ladder nearest expiry 2026-10-27 · spot 1,242 · EOD 2026-10-07
| Call OI (writers) | Strike | Put OI (writers) |
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IV 31%
Δ 0.79
θ -0.8
ν 1
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1180 |
IV 27%
Δ -0.18
θ -0.5
ν 1
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| 1190 |
IV 26%
Δ -0.21
θ -0.5
ν 1
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IV 28%
Δ 0.73
θ -0.8
ν 1
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1200 |
IV 26%
Δ -0.25
θ -0.6
ν 1
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IV 29%
Δ 0.69
θ -0.9
ν 1
|
1210 |
IV 26%
Δ -0.29
θ -0.6
ν 1
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IV 27%
Δ 0.65
θ -0.9
ν 1
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1220 S MP |
IV 25%
Δ -0.34
θ -0.6
ν 1
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IV 27%
Δ 0.60
θ -0.9
ν 1
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1230 |
IV 25%
Δ -0.39
θ -0.6
ν 1
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IV 26%
Δ 0.55
θ -0.9
ν 1
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1240 |
IV 24%
Δ -0.45
θ -0.6
ν 1
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IV 26%
Δ 0.49
θ -0.9
ν 1
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1250 |
IV 24%
Δ -0.51
θ -0.6
ν 1
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IV 25%
Δ 0.44
θ -0.8
ν 1
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1260 R |
IV 23%
Δ -0.57
θ -0.5
ν 1
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IV 25%
Δ 0.38
θ -0.8
ν 1
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1270 |
IV 23%
Δ -0.63
θ -0.5
ν 1
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IV 25%
Δ 0.33
θ -0.7
ν 1
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1280 |
IV 22%
Δ -0.69
θ -0.4
ν 1
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IV 24%
Δ 0.28
θ -0.7
ν 1
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1290 |
IV 22%
Δ -0.75
θ -0.3
ν 1
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IV 25%
Δ 0.24
θ -0.6
ν 1
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1300 |
IV 21%
Δ -0.80
θ -0.3
ν 1
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Chain Interpretation
Strategy Builder multi-leg payoff for AXISBANK options · 2026-10-27 expiry
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AXISBANK — frequently asked questions
What is the Axis Bank Ltd. share price today?
AXISBANK is trading at ₹1,245.00 (+0.20% vs previous close), per the latest update on this page.
What is the P/E ratio of Axis Bank Ltd.?
AXISBANK (Axis Bank Ltd.) has a trailing twelve-month P/E ratio of 14.0.
What is the market cap of Axis Bank Ltd.?
AXISBANK has a market capitalisation of approximately ₹386,731 crore.
What is the ROE of Axis Bank Ltd.?
AXISBANK has a return on equity (ROE) of about 13.4%.
Is AXISBANK near its 52-week high?
AXISBANK is trading -12.4% from its 52-week high of ₹1,418.30 as of 2026-10-07.
What is the RSI of AXISBANK?
The 14-day RSI of AXISBANK is 52.1, which is considered neutral.
Is AXISBANK above its 200-day moving average?
AXISBANK is trading below its 200-DMA of ₹1,285.26 (-3.3% away).
What is the F&O buildup in AXISBANK?
The latest end-of-day derivatives data classifies AXISBANK as Short Buildup (bias: bearish), based on the day's combined price and open-interest change.
What is the max pain and PCR for AXISBANK options?
AXISBANK's option-chain max pain strike is ₹1,220 and its put-call ratio (OI) is 0.64, from the latest end-of-day option chain.
Are FIIs or big investors buying AXISBANK?
Strota tracks every bulk and block deal in AXISBANK 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.