Information Technology Leads FPI Sell-Off as Sector Rotation Intensifies – Information Technology saw the steepest selling of ₹13,828 Cr in the first half of April, cementing its position as the worst-hit sector of 2025 so far. Financial Services continued its weak streak from March, with outflows of ₹4,501 Cr. Other sectors that witnessed significant unwinding included Capital Goods, Metals & Mining, Oil & Gas, Automobile & Auto Components, Construction and Healthcare, reflecting a broader shift away from cyclical and rate-sensitive segments.
Telecom Leads FPI Buys Amid Defensive Tilt – Telecommunication drew the highest FPI inflows at ₹2,137 Cr, signaling strong interest in digital infrastructure. Modest buying was seen in FMCG (₹587 Cr) and Media & Entertainment (₹103 Cr), while Power and Diversified sectors saw limited participation.
FPIs Turn Net Sellers in Both Equity and Debt in April’s First Half – A renewed surge in equity buying has been observed in recent sessions, indicating rising optimism for a potential rebound in the latter half of April. FPIs turned net sellers across both equity and debt segments in the first half of April, offloading ₹33,927 Cr from equities and ₹14,808 Cr from the debt market. This marks a sharp increase from March, where equity outflows were limited to ₹3,973 Cr due to late-month buying.
FPI AUC Slips Marginally in April Amid Equity Outflows – In the first half of April 2025, the total Assets Under Custody (AUC) of Foreign Portfolio Investors dipped slightly to ₹73.11 Lakh Cr from ₹73.76 Lakh Cr in March. The decline was primarily led by a reduction in equity holdings.
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