Even though we are the best performing market, FIIs’ risk appetite is expected to come down when the US Fed hikes interest rate. Hence, they are likely to reduce their risk exposure in emerging markets. The trend will reverse as soon as the Fed signals the interest rate has peaked or inflation has peaked in US.
US stocks: US market closes down sharply after Fed holds rates unchanged
Wall Street experienced a sharp decline as the Federal Reserve maintained interest rates. AI-related chip stocks also saw further losses ahead of key earnings reports.
July 29, 2026