FPIs Remain Net Sellers For Fifth Day, Offload Shares Worth Rs 19,570 Crore This Week

Foreign portfolio investors stayed net sellers of Indian shares for a fifth consecutive session on Friday, according to provisional data from the National Stock Exchange. The overseas investors sold stocks worth approximately Rs 5,687.58 crore. On the other hand, the domestic institutional investors remained buyers for the 24th session and mopped equities worth Rs 5,843.21 crore.

This Week’s FPI and DII Activity

This week, FPIs sold shares worth nearly Rs 19,570 crore while DIIs have bought shares worth Rs 17,411.40 crore. In the last week, FPIs offloaded shares worth Rs 1,192.80 crore while DIIs have bought Rs 11,088.41 crore.

Daily Breakdown of FPI Selling

The FPIs sold stocks worth nearly Rs 4,995.42 crore on Thursday; Rs 2425.75 crore on Wednesday; Rs 3,551.19 crore on Tuesday; and Rs 2,910 crore on Monday, according to the data from National Securities Depository Ltd.

Monthly and Yearly FPI Activity

So far in September, they have offloaded equities worth Rs 17,551 crore, as per NSDL. The FPIs’ net selling in August stood at Rs 34,993 crore, and in July, it was Rs 17,741 crore. However, they were net buyers of equities worth Rs 14,590 crore in June.

In 2025 so far, the FPIs have net sold equities worth Rs 1.48 lakh crore.

Impact on Benchmark Indices

On Friday, the benchmark indices clocked in their worst week in nearly eight months closed in red for the sixth consecutive session. Nifty ended 0.95% lower at 24,654.7 while Sensex ended 0.90% lower at 80,426.46. All sectoral Indices fell over 1% for the week.

What Does This Mean for Indian Investors?

The continuous selling by FPIs can have a significant impact on the Indian markets and investor sentiment. It is essential for investors to stay informed and adapt to the changing market conditions. Investing strategies such as diversification and long-term approach can help mitigate the risks associated with market volatility.

Conclusion

The FPIs’ selling spree continues to affect the Indian markets, and it is crucial for investors to stay up-to-date with the latest market news and trends. By understanding the factors influencing the market and making informed investment decisions, investors can navigate the challenges and opportunities in the Indian stock market.