FIIs net bought ₹694 crore in Indian stocks

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have ended a month-long selloff in Indian stocks by purchasing ₹694.57 crore on March 18, 2025. This is the first time in a month that FIIs have been net buyers. The last purchase by FIIs occurred on February 18, 2025. During March, FIIs have net sold ₹24,256.74 crore in Indian equities. In contrast, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) have stepped in, making net purchases of ₹34,479.11 crore, showing their confidence in the market despite global uncertainty. On March 18, FIIs bought shares worth ₹15,450.39 crore and sold ₹13,987.43 crore, leading to a net inflow of ₹1,462.96 crore. DIIs also remained active, buying shares valued at ₹11,686.27 crore while selling ₹9,658.12 crore, resulting in a net purchase of ₹2,028.15 crore. Year-to-date, FIIs have net sold ₹1.67 lakh crore, while DIIs have made net purchases of ₹1.85 lakh crore. This activity highlights the role of domestic investors in stabilizing the Indian markets amid foreign outflows. On the same day, benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rose sharply, with Sensex gaining 1,131 points (1.53%) to reach 75,301, and Nifty climbing 325 points (1.45%) to settle at 22,834. This rally marks the largest single-day increase in over a month, driven by strong buying in auto, banking, and metal sectors. Investors are showing optimism due to strong domestic support and signs of returning foreign investment.