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Sensex volatility spikes during CAS on F&O expiry day; here's what happened
Business Today 2d ago·28 Aug 2026, 6:05 am
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The Bombay Stock Exchange's benchmark Sensex experienced significant volatility on a recent Futures & Options (F&O) expiry day. This market movement was driven by a high volume of trading activity as traders squared off their positions before the contract settlement deadline.
For investors, this period is known as the 'Cash and Carry' (CAS) window. It is a standard part of the market cycle where open positions are closed out, often leading to sharp intraday swings. While this activity is routine, it can create short-term uncertainty for retail investors holding stocks.
Moving forward, investors should focus on the settlement date and the resulting liquidity in the market. It is advisable to monitor the broader market trends rather than reacting to short-term price fluctuations during these volatile expiry days.
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