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Rs 2.8 lakh crore out, Rs 47,000 crore in: Why FIIs are selling listed stocks but chasing IPOs

FIIs are increasingly turning to India’s primary market even as they withdraw heavily from listed stocks. Foreign investors have pulled nearly Rs 2.8 lakh crore from the secondary market in 2026 but invested over Rs 47,000 crore in IPOs. The shift reflects a preference for new sectors, large allocations at…

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Best FII bets: 3 AI-linked stocks and up to 250% rally in Q1. Have investors missed the bus?

FIIs have remained heavy sellers of Indian equities since September 2024, with nearly $60 billion in cumulative outflows. However, Q1 shareholding data suggests they are becoming more selective, with some bets delivering strong gains. HFCL saw FII ownership more than double to over 15%, while its stock surged 214%, highlighting…

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Holy trinity! Promoters, FIIs and mutual funds raised stakes in these 9 stocks; 3 turned multibaggers

A collective surge in investment from promoters, foreign institutional investors (FIIs), and mutual funds has been observed in nine Indian stocks. Among these, Cupid topped the list with an impressive 732% return over the past year, followed by noteworthy performances from United Foodbrands and Yasho Industries. Stocks like Welspun Living…

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In favour! FIIs buy 7 multibaggers that soared up to 730% after 2 quarters of selling

After a period of significant sell-offs, foreign investors are making a strategic move by purchasing select Indian stocks demonstrating remarkable performance over the past year. In July alone, FIIs acquired shares worth Rs 11,045 crore, followed by Rs 13,123 crore in August. The notable 730% rise in Cupid's stock highlights…

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INDO-MIM, Ather Energy and TCS among stocks bought and sold by mutual funds in July

Mutual funds bought Rs 15,900 crore of stocks in July while FIIs sold Rs 11,000 crore. Axis Bank, INDO-MIM and Kotak Mahindra Bank saw major buying, while ICICI Bank, Eternal and Reliance Industries faced selling. Buying remained strong across large, mid and smallcap segments, reflecting active portfolio repositioning by fund…

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FMCG’s FII nightmare! $5.2 billion selloff in 12 straight months. Are stocks set for a rebound?

Over the past year, foreign investors have unloaded $5.2 billion worth of FMCG stocks, largely due to the challenges stemming from inflated valuations and rising input costs. Companies are now transferring these increased costs to customers, resulting in weak volume growth and declining margins. For a recovery to take shape,…

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FIIs build a new Banking XI without the usual heavyweights. Will the big banks return?

Foreign investors reduced stakes in large banks during the June quarter. They simultaneously increased holdings in several mid-sized and smaller private lenders. This shift reflects a preference for banks with specific growth triggers and fundamentals. Large banks still offer strong franchises and reasonable valuations for investors. The rotation depends on…

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HFCL shares rebound 5% on Rs 523 crore order win. Still time to buy after 195% rally in 6 months?

HFCL shares rose sharply on Monday after the company secured an international order worth Rs 522.73 crore, extending investor optimism around the telecom equipment maker. The stock has rallied 195% in six months, while brokerages remain bullish, citing strong order visibility, AI data centre opportunities and defence-led growth as key…

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FIIs cut stakes in 72% of Nifty50 stocks, DIIs buy 82%. Here’s where the money moved

India’s largest stocks are witnessing a major ownership shift as domestic institutions fill the gap left by foreign investors. FIIs cut stakes in 36 Nifty 50 companies, while DIIs raised holdings in 41, taking their index ownership to a record 25.9%. Max Healthcare saw the sharpest change, with FII holdings…

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Sensex rises 166 points, Nifty closes above 24,350; Bajaj twins, M&M among top gainers

Indian stock markets concluded Friday with gains for a third straight session. Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty 50 closed higher, reflecting positive global sentiment. Bajaj Finance and Bajaj Finserv shares led the gains after strong quarterly earnings reports. Sectoral indices mostly traded higher, with Nifty IT being an exception. Analysts…

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Why did market rise today? Sensex soars 890 pts, Nifty closes above 24,250; 4 factors behind Rs 4 lakh crore gains on D-Street

Indian stock markets experienced a significant surge on Wednesday. Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty both rose over one percent. This occurred despite a sharp increase in oil prices due to US-Iran tensions. Broader markets also traded positively, with IT and Metal sectors leading gains. Market volatility remained subdued as broader…

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FIIs triple stake in Sterlite Tech after a stellar 400% surge this year. More legs to the rally?

Sterlite Technologies has surged over 400% in 2026, while FIIs nearly tripled their stake to 19.7% as of July 2026. The stock gained investor attention after strong Q1 FY27 results, a record order book, AI data centre opportunities and a bullish outlook from brokerages.

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Nifty could deliver low-teen returns as earnings drive next leg of bull market: Anand Rathi AMC

The June-quarter earnings season has now begun, and we will be tracking this closely as results come in, with more insights to follow through the season.

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Forget selling! FIIs doubled down on this AI multibagger stock that's up 200% YTD

HFCL has emerged as a favourite among foreign investors, with FIIs more than doubling their stake to 15.7% in Q1 despite the stock surging 200% in 2026. Strong AI-driven data centre demand, record order book, robust earnings, capacity expansion and growing defence ambitions have prompted brokerages to turn bullish, with…

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FIIs just pumped $3 billion into Indian stocks as brutal selloff ends. Here's what they are buying

Foreign investors have injected nearly $3 billion into Indian equities recently. Financial services and consumer services attracted significant inflows from these investors. However, automobiles and power sectors experienced substantial outflows during this period. This renewed buying is seen as tactical, not a broad market rebuilding. Global macroeconomic shifts and valuations…

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After record $29 billion selloff, FIIs buying India again. Chris Wood explains why

After a record $29 billion foreign selloff, FIIs have turned net buyers of Indian equities in July. Jefferies' Christopher Wood says the earlier outflows were driven by the AI-led rally in Korea and Taiwan, adding that sustained inflows will depend on the AI trade cooling or Indian valuations becoming more…

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FIIs will return to India, but these 5 reasons will keep them at bay for some time

FII selling has remained a key headwind for Indian equities since 2024, with foreign investors pulling out $32 billion amid the Middle East conflict. While recent inflows have provided some relief, Elara Securities believes a sustained, broad-based return of overseas capital is still some way off.

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Dual engines to fuel bull market? Mutual fund cash hits multi-year low of 4% as FIIs turn buyers after 4 months

Domestic mutual funds reduced cash holdings to a multi-year low of four percent. Foreign institutional investors have returned as buyers after a significant selling period. This dual liquidity boost signals increased institutional risk appetite in Indian equities. Fund managers are selectively deploying capital into reasonably valued segments. Large-cap stocks and…

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A $2.5 billion FII buying has domestic investors asking: Is foreign money shifting to India?

Foreign investors bought Indian equities in July after significant selling periods. This return follows easing geopolitical concerns and improved global risk sentiment. India's growth story and diversified opportunities attract foreign capital for the long term. Analysts remain cautious, awaiting sustained inflows to confirm a trend. Crude oil prices and US…

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India's mutual fund industry just beat FIIs in a historic first. Here's what changed

India's mutual fund industry has overtaken foreign institutional investors in total assets under custody for the first time, marking a historic shift in market ownership. Strong SIP inflows and sustained domestic participation have driven the milestone, even as FII holdings declined amid continued selling and changing global investment trends.

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Missed the FII U-turn? 6 stocks turned multibagger after foreign investors corrected their mistake

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) reversed their selling trend in six select Indian stocks, turning them into multibaggers. Bajaj Consumer Care led the pack with a 265% surge after FIIs significantly increased their stake. Other beneficiaries include Acutaas Chemicals, SML Mahindra, Dee Development Engineers, United Foodbrands, and RateGain Travel Technologies, all…

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Behind India's Rs 5.5 lakh crore FII selloff lies a hidden list of 84 multibagger winners

Foreign institutional investors have sold Indian stocks worth Rs 5.5 lakh crore. However, a hidden list reveals 84 stocks where FIIs have actually increased their holdings. These companies have delivered multibagger returns over two years. Experts suggest this indicates a rotation of funds, not a complete exit from India. Investors…

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ET Alpha Wealth Summit | FIIs haven't abandoned India, they've just reshuffled: Samir Arora

Foreign investors are not leaving India. They are shifting investments from top companies to other stocks. This rotation involves billions of dollars. Large companies saw selling, while mid-cap and growth-focused firms attracted new capital. This indicates a preference for growth over traditional value. The overall participation in Indian companies has…

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Nifty in control of FIIs? The unlucky 13 bluechips facing the hardest institutional selloff

Foreign investors have significantly reduced holdings in many Nifty companies since September 2024. This has impacted top blue-chip stocks, causing market returns to stagnate. Domestic institutional investors have stepped in, absorbing much of this selling pressure. Experts suggest this is a market recalibration, not a complete exit from India. Investors…

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Will AI-led tech unwinding pause Rs 60,000 crore FII selloff in Indian IT stocks?

Global markets are experiencing a tech selloff driven by AI fears, impacting Indian IT stocks with FIIs pulling Rs 60,000 crore. However, some analysts believe the sector is poised for recovery, arguing Gen-AI presents an opportunity rather than an existential threat. Valuations have become attractive, leading to upgrades for major…

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