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FII selling crosses Rs 50,000 crore this month. Trump sarkar may just deepen the exodus
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have withdrawn over Rs 50,000 crore from India's stock market in January 2025, impacting Sensex and Nifty. With Donald Trump's presidency and potential pro-American policies, analysts anticipate further outflows, continued market volatility, and pressure on the Indian rupee.
US dollar, rising yields, and valuation concerns: Key challenges for Indian markets in 2025
Post-Covid market recovery has provided solid returns to investors, tripling Nifty in under five years. However, potential risks include a strong dollar and rising US bond yields affecting FIIs' confidence. Current high valuations in Indian markets deter FII investments. Positive news on India's economy and earnings could reverse the FII selling trend.
F&O Radar | Deploy Bear Put Butterfly Spread in Nifty for potential gains from bearish bias
The Nifty is trading at a Relative Strength Index (RSI) of 36.97 and is showing a downward trend, which reinforces the bearish sentiment in the market.
FPIs net sell domestic equities worth Rs 44,396 crore so far in January
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have sold Indian equities worth Rs 44,396 crore in January, contributing to market declines. Despite a reversal in December, they remain net sellers, with potential for a change after U.S. macroeconomic signals.
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Why stock market is falling today: Sensex falls over 400 pts; Nifty below 23,200
Indian stock markets declined due to drops in IT and banking stocks, with Infosys and Axis Bank reporting disappointing results. Other factors include concerns over US policy changes ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration, rising crude oil prices, a depreciating rupee, persistent FII selling, and global bond yield fluctuations, contributing to market uncertainty.
Long-term vs short-term views: Why Indian markets remain a strong bet for investors
Rising inflation appears to have eroded Indian consumers' purchasing power, as evident in the sluggish growth of several FMCG companies. Adding to the concern, the depreciation of the INR against the USD has further amplified economic challenges. However, a closer analysis of the data reveals a more nuanced picture, indicating that the situation may not be as grim as it seems.
Neither GQG nor LIC, mutual funds played Adani bull in Q3
During the December quarter, domestic mutual funds increased their stakes in several Adani Group stocks while foreign investors reduced their holdings. GQG Partners cut its stake in some Adani stocks, whereas LIC maintained its positions with minor adjustments. The market remains watchful following the Adani Group’s bribery scandal in the US.
PMS Tracker: Top 7 funds gave at least 5% return in December
Seven smallcap and multicap PMS funds delivered over 5% returns in December 2024, led by Equitree Capital’s Emerging Opportunities fund with 7.2%. However, several star-managed schemes, including Marcellus and Abakkus funds, posted losses.
F&O Talk | Avoid bottom fishing until Nifty signals reversal, 23,450-23,250 crucial support: Ruchit Jain of Motilal Oswal
Nifty continues its decline, breaching support levels, with a cautious market outlook. Analysts advise avoiding bottom fishing and waiting for reversal signals. Focus remains on Q3 earnings, Union Budget, and FII activity. FMCG and IT sectors show resilience, while Pharma faces resistance. Key stocks to watch include M&M, Bharti Airtel, and Tata Consumer.
Will stock market selloff deepen this week? 6 factors to track
Nifty dropped 2.4% amid hawkish Fed commentary, rising dollar index, and a record low rupee. Market volatility will continue with Q3 earnings, FII flows, macroeconomic data, and crude oil prices shaping the outlook. Technical indicators suggest bearish sentiment, with crucial support levels for Nifty at 23,200-23,300.
FIIs begin 2025 with $2 billion selloff in 7 days. 6 reasons driving the exodus
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have sold nearly $2 billion worth of Indian stocks in the first seven trading days of 2025 due to factors such as weakening earnings, slow GDP growth, a record-low rupee, high US bond yields, tariff fears, and competition from the US market.
FIIs bet $1 billion on IT stocks before Q3 results. Does it signal a happy new year?
Foreign institutional investors have significantly increased their investment in Indian IT stocks, anticipating improved revenue growth driven by macroeconomic stability and the anticipated US rate cuts. Analysts predict strong performances from HCL Tech, Coforge, and Persistent, with Infosys, Wipro, and LTIMindtree being top picks.
Navigating January: What lies ahead for Nifty 50?
The revival of Trump-era policies like MAGA, focusing on domestic manufacturing, tax cuts, and fiscal stimulus, could boost the US dollar and DXY, weaken the rupee, and strain India’s forex reserves. Historically, these shifts have impacted Indian equities, leading to corrections in the Nifty 50, reflecting heightened market pressures and currency volatility.
FPIs net sell domestic equities worth Rs 4,285 crore in first 3 sessions in January. What lies ahead?
Foreign Portfolio Investors sold Rs 4,285 crore worth of Indian equities in the first three days of January. This contrasts with December 2024 when they were net buyers. FIIs have been cautious due to high valuations in the secondary market but active investors in the primary market. The dollar's strength and US bond yields influence their actions.
TCS Q3 results, FII action among 8 factors that could keep D-Street on toes this week
Nifty is expected to see movement due to various factors when markets reopen. These include Q3FY25 earnings reports, US market trends, FII/DII actions, and technical factors. IPOs and corporate actions will also influence the market. Changes in the Rupee vs Dollar and crude oil prices are critical as well. Traders should keep an eye on these elements.
Sensex forecast to conquer fresh record high of 90,000 in 2025: ETMarkets Poll
Despite FIIs ending 2024 with less than a billion dollars in net buying due to concerns over high valuations and economic factors, investors remain optimistic about Indian stocks, with the Sensex target above 90,000. A poll shows 82% of participants believe equities will outperform gold, silver, and debt, while gold and silver ETFs have posted 18% returns this year.
Market Wrap: Sensex slips over 100 pts, Nifty closes flat as 2024 ends with 8% returns
The BSE Sensex slipped 109 points while Nifty50 ended flat on the last trading day of the year 2024 amid persistent foreign fund outflows as selling in heavyweight IT stocks weighed on the benchmarks. However, with an 8% annual return in 2024, India's benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty maintained their winning streak for the ninth consecutive year in a row.
Nifty logs negative returns 7 times in January over 10 years; seasonality unfavourable for FIIs too
Nifty's performance in January has been predominantly negative over the past decade, with significant selling by Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) impacting the index. With net-sellers frequently, FIIs have caused declines, while DIIs showed a largely bullish behavior. Analysts expect continued challenges without strong FII participation in 2025.
Sensex & Nifty in 2025: Predictions, targets, must-have stocks for the new year
Sensex and Nifty are expected to deliver healthy double-digit returns in 2025. Earnings growth enablers include GDP growth, interest rate decline, and supportive policies. Sensex could cross 90,000 while Nifty targets range up to 28,800. Key stock picks for 2025 include ICICI Bank, HCL Tech, and L&T, among others.
Chris Wood's love for HDFC Bank rekindles at the cost of 4 other stocks
Jefferies' Chris Wood has re-added HDFC Bank and introduced Siemens India to their Asia ex-Japan portfolio. Investments in Macrotech Developers, L&T, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Samsung Electronics, and SK Hynix were adjusted. HDFC Bank shares are improving, with strong buy ratings and significant FII interest.
Q3 business updates among 6 factors to sway stock market mood this week
The auto sector is expected to gain attention in December due to anticipated volume growth and favorable valuations, with key sales data due on January 1. In the first week of January, businesses in banking, FMCG, real estate, and metals will release quarterly updates, offering insights on Q3 earnings. Meanwhile, FIIs have sold Indian stocks worth Rs 16,675 crore in December, driven by rising USD and US bond yields.
FIIs offload Rs 656 crore in December as selling abates; buying seen in primary markets
FII equity selling in India continued in December, but at a slower pace. While they net sold Rs 656 crore through exchanges, FIIs invested Rs 17,331 crore in the primary market. This highlights their focus on long-term opportunities despite short-term concerns. FIIs have also heavily invested in the Indian debt market.
Just 13 smallcap stocks offer double-digit returns in flattish market week
The Indian market closed flat this week, with banking and pharma sectors supporting gains. 13 smallcap stocks delivered double-digit returns, led by Intellect Design Arena and Amber Enterprises. Mahindra & Mahindra, Adani Ports, and Tata Motors were top gainers in the Sensex pack.
Year-ender 2024: Pharma takes pole position for 2025 race with 39% index returns, 9 multibaggers. Which stocks to buy?
BSE Realty’s 35% returns are on the back of solid performances by stocks like Anant Raj, Sobha, Oberoi Realty, Prestige Estates and Godrej Properties -- with returns between 178% and 44%.
FII selling crosses $1 billion in 3 sectors this month. Who's scaring big money?
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) continue to be net buyers in Indian stocks this month, favoring financials and IT. However, oil and gas, auto, and FMCG sectors witnessed a combined $1 billion outflow. Rising bond yields and a strengthening US dollar contributed to recent selling pressure, impacting FII activity as the year ends.
FIIs aid December recovery as they turn buyers, buy equities worth Rs 14,435 crore
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) returned to buying Indian equities in December, injecting Rs 22,765 crore and boosting market recovery after months of selling. This fueled a rally, especially in large-cap stocks, despite concerns about high valuations and a rising dollar. Positive political developments, recovering corporate stocks, and easing inflation further supported the market's upward trend.
FIIs correct November mistake with $3 billion shopping. Is Santa already here?
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have reversed course, pouring $3 billion into Indian stocks this December after selling $2.5 billion in November. This buying spree, fueled by optimism about government spending and corporate earnings, has propelled the Nifty up 2% and sparked hopes of a Santa rally to record highs.
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