GENERAL28 Sept 2026
IPO frenzy attracts FPIs, even as stock selling hits ₹25,682 crore in September: Will trend continue? Experts weigh in | Stock Market News
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold ₹25,682 crore of Indian shares through exchanges up to 25 September, yet put ₹8,551 crore into new IPOs. They are trimming large-caps while buying mid- and small-caps. Experts say this gap may not last. For business owners, expect choppy markets and cautious IPO pricing. Track domestic flows and avoid chasing hot listings blindly.
Key Statutory Highlights
- FPIs sold ₹25,682 crore of shares through exchanges up to 25 September, but invested ₹8,551 crore in IPOs during the same period.
- Total FPI equity selling through exchanges in 2026 stood at ₹2,41,572 crore, with March recording the highest monthly outflow of ₹1,17,775 crore.
- FPIs kept selling large-cap stocks while buying mid- and small-cap stocks, as IPOs have delivered superior returns since June.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you hold mid- and small-cap funds or are applying for IPOs, review your positions calmly and speak to a certified advisor before acting on these foreign flow numbers, since they are not a buy or sell signal.
Statutory Disclaimer: TaxQue Shorts are AI-assisted editorial briefs for compliance awareness. This brief has not passed every source check; confirm the original notification before acting. This does not constitute formal legal or CA counsel.
TaxQue News Desk
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