India’s benchmark indices closed with modest gains on July 30, 2025, ahead of the monthly expiry of Bank Nifty contracts. The BSE Sensex rose 143.91 points to settle at 81,481.86, up 0.18%, while the Nifty 50 ended at 24,855.05, gaining 33.95 points or 0.14%.
As the expiry session for Bank Nifty approaches on July 31, it’s noteworthy that no stocks have been placed under the Futures & Options (F&O) ban, indicating that no security breached the 95% market-wide position limit (MWPL).
As the Bank Nifty monthly expiry approaches on Thursday, July 31, 2025, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) has confirmed that no securities are under the F&O ban.
This indicates that open interest across F&O stocks has remained within regulatory thresholds, reflecting a balanced derivatives market without excessive speculative activity.
The monthly expiry of Bank Nifty options and futures contracts occurs on the last Thursday of every month. If the last Thursday is a trading holiday, the expiry is preponed to the previous trading session.
Bank Nifty futures contracts follow a three-month trading cycle:
A new contract is introduced on the trading day following the expiry of the near-month contract.
These expiry details are crucial for traders managing rollover positions and planning short-term strategies in Bank Nifty derivatives.
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With the Bank Nifty monthly expiry set for July 31 and no F&O ban in effect, the market reflects controlled speculation and disciplined participation. As always, traders are advised to exercise caution and manage their positions carefully during expiry periods, which often witness volatility spikes.
Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation/investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.
Investments in the securities market are subject to market risks, read all the related documents carefully before investing.
Published on: Jul 31, 2025, 8:27 AM IST
Neha Dubey
Neha Dubey is a Content Analyst with 3 years of experience in financial journalism, having written for a leading newswire agency and multiple newspapers. At Angel One, she creates daily content on finance and the economy. Neha holds a degree in Economics and a Master’s in Journalism.
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