FPIs Withdraw ₹22,194 Crore in January Amid Weak Market Sentiment

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have pulled out ₹22,194 crore from Indian equities as of January 10, 2025. This follows a net inflow of ₹15,446 crore in December 2024, indicating a sharp reversal in investor sentiment.

Key Reasons for FPI Withdrawal

The significant sell-off by FPIs is driven by several global and domestic factors, including:

• Weak Earnings Outlook

Investors expect subdued corporate earnings this season.

• Rising US Dollar

The dollar index has surged above 109, reducing the appeal of Indian equities.

• Higher US Bond Yields

The 10-year US bond yield has risen above 4.6%, diverting capital from emerging markets like India.

• Economic Concerns

Slow GDP growth, high inflation, and uncertainty around interest rate cuts in India have added to the cautious sentiment.

• Rich Valuations

Indian markets are seen as overvalued compared to other emerging markets.

• Tariff War Fears

Concerns over global trade disruptions during Donald Trump’s presidency are also weighing on investor confidence.

FPI Activity Trends

FPIs have been net sellers on most trading days in January, barring January 2. This aligns with their cautious stance throughout 2024, which saw net inflows of only ₹427 crore—a stark contrast to the ₹1.71 lakh crore inflows recorded in 2023.

Outlook

The ongoing FPI outflows highlight concerns over India’s near-term market outlook, which is influenced by global economic conditions and domestic challenges. A stronger dollar and rising US yields may continue to pressure foreign investments in the coming months.

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