Retail investors cut stakes in 284 BSE 500 firms as uncertainty hit markets

Published on 8 May 2026

Retail trimming matched global jitters while others bought

Retail investors trimmed holdings across most BSE 500 companies in the March quarter, mirroring market weakness driven by global uncertainty. While retail pulled back, foreign investors and domestic funds increased stakes in multiple firms. Promoters also boosted shareholding at lower prices, and foreign portfolio investor ownership in Indian companies continued to decline.

Retail investors reduced stock holdings in most BSE 500 firms
The move tracked market declines tied to global uncertainty
FPIs and domestic funds expanded stakes across several companies
Promoters increased holdings as prices fell

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Retail investors cut stakes in 284 BSE 500 firms as uncertainty hit markets

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