GENERAL1 Oct 2026
FPIs pull out ₹36,000 cr from Indian equities in Sept as high oil, bond yields weigh — should retail investors worry? | Stock Market News
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold ₹35,860 crore of Indian shares in September, taking 2026 outflows to ₹2.69 lakh crore, far more than all of 2025. If you hold stocks or mutual funds, this selling is why the Nifty 50 is down over 14% this year, with the rupee at record lows. Stay calm and stick to your long-term plan.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Foreign portfolio investors sold ₹35,860 crore worth of Indian stocks in September, according to NSDL data.
- Total FPI withdrawals from Indian equities in 2026 have touched ₹2.69 lakh crore, more than the ₹1.66 lakh crore outflow in the whole of 2025.
- The Nifty 50 has fallen over 14% in 2026 and is on track for its first annual decline in 15 years, with domestic mutual funds cushioning the fall.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:Review your equity and mutual fund holdings calmly and avoid panic selling. Since domestic mutual fund buying is cushioning this fall, speak to your advisor before making any big changes to your long-term plan.
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