The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has placed the following securities under the futures and options (F&O) ban list for trading on March 17, 2025. These stocks have breached the market-wide position limit (MWPL), restricting fresh positions in derivative contracts.

Stocks in F&O ban list:

  • BSE
  • Hindustan Copper (HINDCOPPER)
  • IndusInd Bank (INDUSINDBANK)
  • Manappuram Finance (MANAPPURAM)
  • Steel Authority of India Ltd (SAIL)

Traders are advised that any fresh positions in these stocks’ F&O contracts will not be permitted during the ban period. However, existing positions can be squared off. The ban is lifted only when the open interest falls below 80% of the MWPL.

Disclaimer: Trading in the stock market is subject to market risks. Investors are advised to conduct their due diligence before making any investment decisions.