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FPIs Return with Rs 19,675 Cr Inflow, Reversing 3-Month Selling Streak

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have made a strong return to Indian equity markets, investing Rs 19,675 crore in the first fortnight of February. This renewed interest follows three consecutive months of heavy selling, which had put significant pressure on domestic equities. The recent inflows are supported by the US-India trade deal and an easing of global macroeconomic concerns. However, despite this positive shift, Indian stock markets ended sharply lower on February 13 due to weak global cues and AI-related economic worries.

Key Points: FPI Inflow Rs 19,675 Cr in Feb | Market Rebound Analysis

  • Strong FPI comeback in early Feb
  • Follows three months of heavy withdrawals
  • Driven by trade deal and easing global concerns
  • Indian markets still fell sharply on Feb 13
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FPIs return to Indian markets with Rs 19,675 crore inflow

Foreign investors pour Rs 19,675 crore into Indian equities in early Feb, marking a strong comeback after months of heavy selling. Get key market insights.

"Market participants believe that the recent inflows signal improving confidence among foreign investors - Market Analysts"

Mumbai, Feb 15

Foreign portfolio investors have made a strong comeback to Indian equity markets in early February, investing Rs 19,675 crore in the first fortnight of the month.

The renewed interest comes after three straight months of heavy selling and is being supported by the US-India trade deal and easing global macroeconomic concerns.

According to data from depositories, FPIs had pulled out large sums in the previous months.

They withdrew Rs 35,962 crore in January, Rs 22,611 crore in December and Rs 3,765 crore in November.

The sustained outflows had put pressure on domestic equities and reflected cautious sentiment among global investors.

So far in 2025, FPIs have pulled out a net Rs 1.66 lakh crore, or about $18.9 billion, from Indian equities.

This marks one of the weakest periods for foreign inflows in recent years. The selling was largely driven by volatile currency movements, global trade tensions, concerns over possible US tariffs and high equity valuations in the Indian market.

However, February has shown signs of improvement. FPIs were net buyers on seven of the eleven trading sessions till February 13 and turned sellers only on four occasions.

Despite the strong buying seen on most days, overall data indicates that FPIs have still net sold equities worth Rs 1,374 crore so far this month.

Market participants believe that the recent inflows signal improving confidence among foreign investors, but sustained stability in global markets and clarity on trade and monetary policies will be key to maintaining the momentum.

Meanwhile, Indian stock markets ended sharply lower on Friday, (February 13), weighed down by weak global cues and rising worries over artificial intelligence and its possible impact on the global economy.

The BSE benchmark index fell 1,048 points, or 1.25 per cent, to close at 82,626.76. The broader NSE index also slipped 336 points, or 1.30 per cent, to settle at 25,471.10.

- IANS

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Priya S
While the inflow is positive, let's not forget they pulled out over 1.66 lakh crore this year alone. This feels like hot money that can leave just as quickly. Our markets need more stable domestic institutional and retail investment.
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Rohit P
The article ends with markets falling sharply on Friday. So much for the FPI inflow news! Volatility is the name of the game. As a small investor, it's very confusing whether to buy, hold, or sell.
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Sarah B
Working in the finance sector in Mumbai, the sentiment on the ground is cautiously optimistic. The US-India deal is a big relief, but everyone is watching the Fed and global trade tensions. One step at a time.
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Vikram M
Respectfully, I think the media focuses too much on FPI flows. Yes, it's important, but the real strength of Indian markets now is the SIP culture. Crores of Indians investing monthly is a much bigger story.
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Karthik V
Good to see some green shoots. But the underlying issue of high valuations remains. When FPIs find cheaper alternatives elsewhere, they will exit again. We need earnings growth to justify these prices.

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