Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) continue to pull back from the Indian equity market, marking their fourth consecutive day as net sellers. On Thursday, they sold off shares worth Rs 2,806 crore, reflecting ongoing concerns about market conditions. In contrast, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) stepped in as net buyers for the fifth day, acquiring equities totaling Rs 221.5 crore.
FPIs’ Recent Trends in Equity Selling
The latest figures released by the National Stock Exchange (NSE) reveal a troubling trend for FPIs. Just a day prior, they had net sold shares valued at Rs 1,538.9 crore. The outflow has been substantial this month, with FPIs offloading equities worth Rs 3,973 crore in March alone. This continues a streak of significant sell-offs, as FPIs had previously divested Rs 34,574 crore in February and a staggering Rs 78,027 crore in January. Cumulatively, the data from the National Securities Depository Ltd. (NSDL) indicates that FPIs have sold shares amounting to Rs 1.23 lakh crore in 2025 so far.
Market Reactions Amid Global Concerns
The Indian stock market reacted to these developments with notable declines on Thursday. The NSE Nifty 50 dropped by 82.25 points, or 0.35%, ending at 23,250.10. Similarly, the BSE Sensex fell by 322.08 points, or 0.42%, closing at 76,295.36. During the trading session, the Nifty slipped even further, hitting a low of 23,145.80, while the Sensex saw a decline to 75,807.55.
Key Takeaways
- Foreign Portfolio Investors have been net sellers for four days straight.
- On Thursday, they offloaded equities worth Rs 2,806 crore.
- Domestic Institutional Investors continue to buy, with net purchases of Rs 221.5 crore.
- Significant sell-offs by FPIs have totaled Rs 1.23 lakh crore in 2025.
- The Nifty 50 and Sensex both ended lower amid global market pressures.
As the market navigates these challenging dynamics, investors are keen to watch how these trends evolve in the coming days. For more insights and updates on market performance, stay tuned to our financial news section.
