Sensex August Weekly Expiry: Bandhan Bank, Manappuram Finance and SAIL Under F&O Ban on August 20, 2026

As the weekly Sensex expiry approaches, market players are adjusting their strategies. Meanwhile, the exchange has temporarily restricted a few specific securities in the derivatives segment, a standard move as part of its ongoing market surveillance. 

On August 20, 2026, Bandhan Bank, LIC, Manappuram Finance and Steel Authority of India (SAIL) have been placed under the futures and options (F&O) trading ban.  

Sensex Weekly Expiry: Stocks Under F&O Ban 

Ahead of the weekly expiry, Bandhan Bank, Manappuram Finance and SAIL have been placed under the F&O trading ban. The restriction has been imposed after the stock crossed 95% of the market-wide position limit (MWPL). 

While fresh positions are not allowed in the futures and options segment for the stock, it continues to remain available for trading in the cash market. 

The stock under the F&O ban for August 20, 2026, are: 

1. Bandhan Bank

Bandhan Bank Share Price Performance 

As of August 19, 2026, at 3:30 PM, Bandhan Bank Share Price on NSE was closed at ₹169.20 down by 0.76% from the previous closing price. 

2.Manappuram Finance  

Manappuram Finance Share Price Performance 

Manappuram Finance took a slight hit on August 19, 2026, closing on the NSE at ₹340.00 by 3:30 PM, a drop of 1.90% from the previous day's close. 

3.Steel Authority of India 

Steel Authority of India Share Price Performance 

As of August 19, 2026, at 3:30 PM, Steel Authority of India Share Price on NSE was closed at ₹172.75 up by 1.50% from the previous closing price. 

What is Sensex Weekly Expiry? 

Sensex options contracts expire every Thursday. In cases where Thursday is a trading holiday, the expiry is shifted to the previous trading day. 

Settlement occurs at the regular market closing time unless otherwise specified by the exchange. Similarly, if the final Thursday of the expiry cycle is a holiday, contracts expire on the preceding trading session. 

Conclusion 

Bandhan Bank, Manappuram Finance and SAIL have been placed in the F&O ban list underscores the importance of monitoring position limits.  

Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities or companies mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation or 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. 

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