FPIs Stay Net Sellers For Fourth Session As Markets Extend Decline

The foreign portfolio investors on Thursday stayed net sellers of Indian shares for the fourth consecutive session as markets fell nearly 1%. The FPIs sold stocks worth approximately Rs 3,592.71 crore, according to provisional data from the National Stock Exchange. The DIIs stayed net buyers for the third session and bought stakes worth Rs 6,346.47 crore.

Market Trends and FPI Activity

The FPIs sold stake worth Rs 964.6 crore on Monday, according to the National Securities Depository Ltd. So far in August, the FPIs have sold stakes worth Rs 28,905 crore, according to NSDL. The FPIs have sold shares worth Rs 17,741 crore in July and bought stakes worth Rs 14,590 crore in June. In 2025 so far, the FPIs have net sold equities worth Rs 1.25 lakh crore.

Impact of Trade Negotiations and Monthly Expiry

The benchmark equity indices closed in the red for the second straight session on Thursday, the first day after 50% tariffs on India from the US came into effect. While trade negotiations are still lacking clarity, the impact weighed on the markets. The monthly and weekly expiry date also contributed to pulling the markets lower. Investors’ wealth declined Rs 3.9 lakh crore to Rs 437.75 lakh crore amid the decline after a holiday on Wednesday.

Market Performance and Nifty Levels

The NSE Nifty 50 ended 211.15 points or 0.85% lower at 24,500.9 and the BSE Sensex closed 705.97 points or 0.87% down at 80,080.57. The Nifty fell over 0.93% during the day. Investors’ wealth declined Rs 3.9 lakh crore to Rs 437.75 lakh crore on Thursday.

Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) Turn Net Buyers

Despite the decline in the markets, the DIIs stayed net buyers for the third session, buying stakes worth Rs 6,346.47 crore. This trend suggests that domestic investors are taking advantage of the lower valuations to increase their holdings in Indian stocks.

What’s Next for Indian Markets?

As the trade negotiations between India and the US continue to evolve, the Indian markets are likely to remain volatile. The monthly and weekly expiry dates will also play a crucial role in shaping the market trends. Investors will be closely watching the developments and adjusting their strategies accordingly. Stay updated with the latest news and analysis from the Indian stock markets.

Key Takeaways

• FPIs remain net sellers of Indian shares for the fourth consecutive session.
• DIIs stay net buyers for the third session, buying stakes worth Rs 6,346.47 crore.
• Indian markets decline nearly 1% amid trade negotiations and monthly expiry.
• NSE Nifty 50 ends 211.15 points lower at 24,500.9, while BSE Sensex closes 705.97 points down at 80,080.57.

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