Derivative trading involves financial contracts, such as futures and options, whose value is tied to underlying assets like stocks, indices, or commodities. In the Indian market, derivatives are widely used for hedging risks or speculating on price movements. Understanding how to analyze derivative market data is essential for traders, as it reveals the positioning and sentiment of key players. Market participants’ data—what is market participants data? It’s the breakdown of who’s buying or selling in the market—helps identify trends and predict market direction. By examining FII and DII activity in derivatives, client data analysis in derivative trading, and open interest analysis by market participants, traders can develop effective derivative trading strategies.