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DLF DLF Ltd. — Smart-Money Activity, F&O Buildup & Bulk Deals

Sector: Realty
₹ 648.60
+1.83%
1-year price · range ₹504–₹780

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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 +1.7%) on price weakness (-3.1%).

Analysis what the data is telling us about DLF

In the last completed session, DLF Ltd. closed -3.10% with futures open interest moving +1.7%. 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 0.67, indicating heavy call-side writing — option dealers see resistance overhead. Max-pain strike at ₹660 sits 1.8% above 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 DLF Ltd. over the last 30 sessions.

Putting it together, the smart-money picture for DLF Ltd. leans cautious into the next session. The next scheduled earnings report is on 2026-10-29, with the consensus EPS estimate at ₹4.0. 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
38,539,600
+638400 (+1.7%)
Option PCR (OI)
0.67
neutral option setup
Max Pain Strike
₹ 660
writer loss minimized strike

Quote Details key metrics & weights

Previous Close
₹ 636.95
yesterday's EOD close
Index Contribution
—
not a Nifty 50 constituent
Traded Volume
1,531,100
live shares traded today
Upcoming Earnings
2026-10-29
EPS est: 4.0

Technical Snapshot as of 2026-10-09 close · from 400 sessions of price history

RSI (14)
46.1
neutral momentum
52-Week High
₹ 786.50
-17.5% from high
52-Week Low
₹ 489.40
+32.5% above low
200-DMA
₹ 625.91
+3.6% · above trend
50-DMA
₹ 662.65
-2.1% from 50-DMA
1-Year Return
-11.0%
1M -1.1%

Key Fundamentals headline ratios · Real Estate

P/E (TTM)
36.1
price / earnings
P/B
3.5
price / book
ROE
10.1%
return on equity
Market Cap
₹ 160,549 Cr
total market value
Dividend Yield
1.23%
trailing yield
EPS (TTM)
₹ 17.96
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 2026-10-27 · spot 637 · EOD 2026-10-08

Option writers expect range between 640 and 670 — +5.2% upside, +0.5% downside.
unbalanced
Call OI (writers) Strike Put OI (writers)
950
IV 104% Δ 0.70 θ -1.5 ν 0
580
196,650 +34k
IV 39% Δ -0.12 θ -0.3 ν 0
0
590
124,450 +15k
IV 38% Δ -0.16 θ -0.3 ν 0
25,650 +0k
IV 30% Δ 0.83 θ -0.4 ν 0
600
609,900 -68k
IV 37% Δ -0.21 θ -0.4 ν 0
25,650 -2k
IV 36% Δ 0.73 θ -0.5 ν 0
610
206,150 +55k
IV 36% Δ -0.27 θ -0.4 ν 0
11,400 +1k
IV 30% Δ 0.69 θ -0.5 ν 0
620
282,150 +7k
IV 36% Δ -0.34 θ -0.5 ν 1
98,800 +60k
IV 29% Δ 0.60 θ -0.5 ν 1
630
316,350 +46k
IV 35% Δ -0.41 θ -0.5 ν 1
408,500 +284k
IV 30% Δ 0.50 θ -0.5 ν 1
640 S
1,238,800 +334k
IV 35% Δ -0.49 θ -0.5 ν 1
749,550 +429k
IV 30% Δ 0.41 θ -0.5 ν 1
650
703,950 +36k
IV 35% Δ -0.57 θ -0.5 ν 1
1,249,250 +282k
IV 30% Δ 0.32 θ -0.5 ν 1
660 MP
1,077,300 -27k
IV 35% Δ -0.64 θ -0.4 ν 1
1,406,950 +139k
IV 30% Δ 0.25 θ -0.4 ν 0
670 R
345,800 -74k
IV 36% Δ -0.71 θ -0.4 ν 0
1,073,500 -64k
IV 31% Δ 0.19 θ -0.3 ν 0
680
416,100 -43k
IV 37% Δ -0.77 θ -0.3 ν 0
798,950 +40k
IV 32% Δ 0.14 θ -0.3 ν 0
690
147,250 -9k
IV 37% Δ -0.81 θ -0.3 ν 0
1,179,900 +71k
700
176,700 +1k
IV 32% Δ -0.89 θ -0.1 ν 0

Chain Interpretation

Spot Underlying 636.95
Key Resistance (R) 670
Key Support (S) 640
Max Pain Strike (MP) 660
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 DLF options · 2026-10-27 expiry

Underlying: DLF · Spot: ₹ 636.95 · Expiry: 2026-10-27 · Lot: 950

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

Latest News recent coverage from Reuters, Simply Wall St, MT Newswires and others

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DLF — frequently asked questions

What is the DLF Ltd. share price today?

DLF is trading at ₹648.60 (+1.83% vs previous close), per the latest update on this page.

What is the P/E ratio of DLF Ltd.?

DLF (DLF Ltd.) has a trailing twelve-month P/E ratio of 36.1.

What is the market cap of DLF Ltd.?

DLF has a market capitalisation of approximately ₹160,549 crore.

What is the ROE of DLF Ltd.?

DLF has a return on equity (ROE) of about 10.1%.

Is DLF near its 52-week high?

DLF is trading -17.5% from its 52-week high of ₹786.50 as of 2026-10-09.

What is the RSI of DLF?

The 14-day RSI of DLF is 46.1, which is considered neutral.

Is DLF above its 200-day moving average?

DLF is trading above its 200-DMA of ₹625.91 (+3.6% away).

What is the F&O buildup in DLF?

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

What is the max pain and PCR for DLF options?

DLF's option-chain max pain strike is ₹660 and its put-call ratio (OI) is 0.67, from the latest end-of-day option chain.

Are FIIs or big investors buying DLF?

Strota tracks every bulk and block deal in DLF 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.