Foreign investor interest in Indian equities is weakening due to geopolitical risks, high valuations, weak AI opportunities, and tax concerns. Capital is shifting to other markets, while volatile FPI flows and recent sell-offs continue to pressure benchmark indices and investor sentiment.
FPIs’ outflow nears Rs 33,000 crore in May on weaker rupee
However, the trend reversed in March, when foreign investors pulled out a record Rs 1.17 lakh crore. The selling continued in April with net outflows
May 31, 2026