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SBI and Groww among top FII gainers as foreigners pile into select stocks despite $53b exit

SBI and Groww among top FII gainers as foreigners pile into select stocks despite $53b exit

Foreign institutional investors have withdrawn about $53 billion from Indian equities since late 2024, pressuring many large-cap names even as MSCI India fell roughly 8% from September 2024 to May 2026. Yet in Q4, FIIs increased holdings in several stocks in value terms. State Bank of India led with a Rs 9,319 crore rise in FII holdings during the March 2026 quarter, followed by Power Grid, NTPC, Vedanta and others, including stock broker Billionbrains Garage Ventures and GE Vernova T&D India.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 16 May 2026
Is your portfolio FII proof Jefferies flags 7 stocks to outlast the $53 billion selloff

Is your portfolio FII proof Jefferies flags 7 stocks to outlast the $53 billion selloff

Foreign investors have cut Indian equity holdings by about $53 billion since late 2024, leaving the market lagging emerging peers. As FIIs reduce risk, domestic institutions have stepped in and grown their ownership to a record 18.6%, helping “domesticate” market sentiment. Jefferies highlights seven stocks that could better withstand this FII pressure.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026

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Goldman Sachs flags 12 alpha stocks as $22 billion FII exit spooks markets

Goldman Sachs flags 12 alpha stocks as $22 billion FII exit spooks markets

Goldman Sachs has picked 12 Indian stocks as medium-term alpha plays even as it warns the record $22 billion FII selloff in 2026 could extend further. Foreign investors have already withdrawn more than last year’s full total, driving one of India’s sharpest equity outflows in over two decades. The move comes amid persistent global risk-off sentiment.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
D Street gears up for the week as Q4 earnings and FII moves collide

D Street gears up for the week as Q4 earnings and FII moves collide

Indian markets face a heavy week with Q4 earnings from multiple companies set to drive stock-specific moves. Ongoing foreign institutional investors’ selling remains a key risk to sentiment. Investors will also track Middle East geopolitics, US market cues, crude oil prices, and the rupee’s movement versus the dollar for fresh triggers.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 10 May 2026
FII ownership sinks to 14 year low at 14.7% as DII steps in with 18.9% jump

FII ownership sinks to 14 year low at 14.7% as DII steps in with 18.9% jump

FII ownership in Indian equities has fallen to 14.7%, the lowest since June 2012, down from 19.9% in April 2016. Despite the foreign pullback, markets have been supported by domestic investors, with DII participation rising sharply by 18.9%, according to JM Financial’s Fundamental Research report.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 9 May 2026
BHEL stock jumps 85 percent as FIIs and MFs buy, retail trims holdings fast

BHEL stock jumps 85 percent as FIIs and MFs buy, retail trims holdings fast

BHEL shares have surged about 85% over the past year, driven by strong earnings that brought fresh institutional interest. FIIs and mutual funds have increased exposure, signaling conviction in the turnaround. Meanwhile, retail investors have trimmed their holdings, highlighting a sharp ownership churn even as the stock’s momentum continues to attract larger players.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 8 May 2026

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Retail and HNIs pivot from direct stocks to mutual funds as SIP surges and FII fades

Retail and HNIs pivot from direct stocks to mutual funds as SIP surges and FII fades

Retail investors and HNIs in India are increasingly moving away from direct stock bets toward mutual funds, with direct ownership sliding to a five year low while mutual fund holdings hit records. The shift is being powered by strong SIP inflows and weaker FII participation, leaving domestic institutions more central to market stability—suggesting a durable change in how people invest.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026
FIIs offload Indian stocks on 150 of 240 days What timing suggests now

FIIs offload Indian stocks on 150 of 240 days What timing suggests now

FIIs have sold Indian equities on 150 of the past 240 trading days, a pattern analysts link to higher oil prices, a weaker rupee, and rising US bond yields. While global money is also rotating toward AI themes, domestic investors are picking up the slack, helping hold up the broader market despite sustained foreign selling pressures.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026
India turns to patient capital as FII flight tightens balance of payments pressure

India turns to patient capital as FII flight tightens balance of payments pressure

Facing FII outflows and fresh balance of payments strain, India’s finance ministry is coordinating with the RBI to roll out measures aimed at attracting “patient capital.” The focus is to bring in longer-duration funds that can better absorb market shocks, stabilise external accounts, and reduce reliance on shorter-term, more volatile flows.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 29 Apr 2026
Fed move Q4 earnings and rupee slump set to swing D Street this week

Fed move Q4 earnings and rupee slump set to swing D Street this week

Indian markets are bracing for a volatile week as the Fed’s FOMC decision, Q4 earnings, and geopolitical risks collide with sharp currency moves. The Nifty’s outlook has weakened after slipping below 23,900, with 23,500 support and 24,200–24,500 resistance in view. The rupee’s steep weekly fall since September 2022 adds to the stress.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 26 Apr 2026

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Iran war hits India IPOs piling up Rs 3 lakh crore Will Jio NSE relaunch listings soon

Iran war hits India IPOs piling up Rs 3 lakh crore Will Jio NSE relaunch listings soon

India’s IPO market has slowed sharply as volatility and weak sentiment, intensified by global shocks like the Iran war, delay new listings. Even with a pipeline exceeding Rs 3 lakh crore, companies are taking a cautious, tactical approach. Analysts believe the lull could be temporary if secondary markets and FII inflows rebound, unlocking backlog deals and more realistic valuations.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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