Asian equities saw gains on Friday as resilient US labor market data lifted investor confidence. Markets in Japan, South Korea, and Australia were bolstered, and US stocks had a significant rally. Jobless claims in the US were lower than anticipated, easing recession fears and encouraging investment in riskier assets, including cryptocurrencies.
FPI outflows at Rs 1 lakh crore in 2025 so far; Rs 555 crore pulled out in July alone
Foreign Portfolio Investors have exhibited a selling trend in Indian equities, with outflows of Rs 555 crore in July, marking a reversal after three months