Foreign investors withdraw Rs 24,753 cr in March's first week

Foreign investors continue to pull money out of Indian stock markets, with net selling by Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) reaching Rs 24,753 crore in the first week of March, according to data from the National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL).

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The latest outflows add to the heavy selling trend observed this year, bringing the total net FPI outflows in 2025 to Rs 1,37,354 crore. The sustained selling pressure has raised concerns about market stability, as foreign investors remain cautious about India's economic and corporate performance.

The primary reasons for this persistent selling include weak earnings from Indian companies, slower-than-expected GDP growth, and a sharp rise in the U.S. Dollar Index. A stronger dollar makes emerging market investments less attractive, leading to capital outflows from countries like India.