Foreign Institutional Investors Post Three Consecutive Sessions of Net Buying in Indian Stock Market
Foreign Institutional Investors Show Positive Trend in Recent Sessions
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have shown a positive trend in recent sessions, with net buying recorded over three consecutive days in the cash market. According to the latest data, FIIs invested ₹683.20 crore on April 17, followed by ₹382.36 crore on April 16, and ₹666.15 crore on April 15 in the cash market, indicating a steady inflow of funds into the market.
| Date | FII Investment (₹) |
|---|---|
| April 17 | 683.20 crore |
| April 16 | 382.36 crore |
| April 15 | 666.15 crore |
This positive trend is a significant departure from the consistent outflows seen in 2026 so far. In April, FIIs have pulled out Rs. 39,224.10 crore, following heavy selling of Rs. 1,22,540.41 crore in March. February also saw outflows of Rs. 6,640.78 crore, while January recorded net selling of Rs. 41,435.22 crore. The sharpest decline was witnessed in March, indicating heightened risk aversion amid global uncertainties.
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Domestic institutional investors (DIIs) have exhibited a cautious stance in recent sessions, emerging as net sellers over the past three trading days. On April 17, DIIs offloaded equities worth ₹4,721.48 crore, followed by net selling of ₹3,427.75 crore on April 16 and ₹568.98 crore on April 15. However, DIIs have remained strong net buyers in 2026, providing consistent support to the markets amid foreign outflows.
| Date | DII Investment (₹) |
|---|---|
| April 17 | -4,721.48 crore |
| April 16 | -3,427.75 crore |
| April 15 | -568.98 crore |
In April 2026, DIIs invested ₹29,696.62 crore, following robust inflows of ₹1,42,960.37 crore in March. February saw net buying of ₹38,423.11 crore, while January recorded inflows of Rs. 69,220.74 crore. This trend extends to December 2025 as well, with DIIs investing ₹79,619.91 crore.
Experts attribute the shift in FII sentiment to the RBI's robust actions to limit excessive speculation in currency markets, which has contributed to reversing the rupee's extended depreciation trend. The currency has bounced back from approximately ₹95.30 per dollar on March 30 to around ₹92.85 by April 17. Additionally, the drop in Brent crude prices to about $90 is anticipated to provide further support to the rupee in the short term.
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Investor Takeaway
Investors should be cautious of the trend reversal but also consider the steady inflow of funds into the market.
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