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FPIs Pull Rs 20,974 Crore from Indian Equities in September Amid Global Uncertainty
✍️ The Tribune
🗓 20 Sep 2026, 05:46 PM
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Foreign Portfolio Investors withdrew a total of Rs 20,974 crore from Indian equity markets in September, reflecting heightened global market volatility.
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) recorded a net withdrawal of Rs 20,974 crore from Indian equities during September, according to data released by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). This outflow marks a significant pullback as global market uncertainty has prompted investors to reassess exposure to Indian stocks.
The September outflow follows a series of months where FPI inflows have fluctuated, with global events such as rising interest rates in the United States and geopolitical tensions contributing to a cautious stance among foreign investors. Analysts note that the magnitude of the withdrawal is a clear indicator of the sensitivity of Indian equity markets to international developments.
Despite the sizeable exit, Indian equity indices have shown resilience, with the BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty closing the month within a narrow range. Market participants are closely watching upcoming corporate earnings and policy announcements to gauge whether the outflow will persist.
The data, compiled by SEBI and reported by The Tribune, underscores the importance of monitoring FPI flows as a barometer of investor confidence in the Indian market.
The September outflow follows a series of months where FPI inflows have fluctuated, with global events such as rising interest rates in the United States and geopolitical tensions contributing to a cautious stance among foreign investors. Analysts note that the magnitude of the withdrawal is a clear indicator of the sensitivity of Indian equity markets to international developments.
Despite the sizeable exit, Indian equity indices have shown resilience, with the BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty closing the month within a narrow range. Market participants are closely watching upcoming corporate earnings and policy announcements to gauge whether the outflow will persist.
The data, compiled by SEBI and reported by The Tribune, underscores the importance of monitoring FPI flows as a barometer of investor confidence in the Indian market.