How much did foreign portfolio investors withdraw from Indian equities in the week ending April 10, 2026?

Foreign portfolio investors withdrew a net ₹28,375.86 crore from Indian equities in the week ending April 10, 2026.

What caused the moderation in foreign investor selling?

The selling pressure from foreign investors moderated significantly as the week progressed, coinciding with a ceasefire announcement in the Middle East which eased geopolitical concerns.

How did Indian stock markets perform despite foreign outflows?

Despite substantial foreign outflows, Indian benchmark indices showed strong performance, with the Nifty 50 and Bank Nifty recording significant gains and snapping a six-week losing streak.

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FPIs Flee Indian Markets: $3 Billion Exodus Amidst Geopolitical Fears

11 Apr

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Summary

Foreign investors sold equities worth ₹28,375.86 crore in the week ending April 10.
Selling pressure eased significantly after a Middle East ceasefire announcement.
Despite outflows, Indian indices like Nifty 50 and Bank Nifty saw strong gains.

FPIs Flee Indian Markets: $3 Billion Exodus Amidst Geopolitical Fears

In the week concluding April 10, 2026, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) divested a net ₹28,375.86 crore from Indian equities, according to NSDL data. This significant outflow moderated considerably as the week progressed, influenced by a ceasefire announcement in the Middle East that eased geopolitical tensions and improved global risk sentiment.