Foreign investors pulled out a significant $751.4 million from Indian equities on March 2, ending a strong February inflow. This reversal, driven by escalating Middle East tensions, signals a cautious near-term outlook for foreign fund flows. Despite this, overall FPI selling in FY26 has been less severe than the previous year, indicating a more measured approach to Indian markets.
Oil shock from Iran war raises risks for India’s stock market
Escalating Middle East tensions are poised to further weaken Indian equities, with strategists warning of underperformance against global peers. Higher oil prices, driven by the