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FPIs withdraw Rs 48,056 crore from Indian equities in October
FPIs withdrew ₹48,056 crore from Indian equities in October due to high crude oil prices and inflation concerns.
Foreign Portfolio Investors withdrew ₹48,056 crore from Indian equities in October in New Delhi. CDSL data shows 2026 cumulative outflows reached ₹3.08 lakh crore, surpassing the ₹1.66 lakh crore withdrawn in 2025. Dheeraj Gaur of Choice Wealth cited crude oil prices near $114 per barrel and weak corporate earnings as drivers. Anand K. Rathi of MIRA Money noted that high U.S. interest rates made American assets more attractive.
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FPIs withdraw Rs 48,056 crore from Indian equities in October
The cumulative outflows reflect significant selling pressure throughout the month. However, reports indicate that FPIs moderated their selling last week, turning into net buyers on two trading days. This suggests a potential easing of the downward trend in foreign investment.