FPIs investment hit 9-month high at Rs 43,838 cr in May on strong domestic macro-outlook, reasonable valuation

Foreign Portfolio Investors invested INR 43,838 crore in Indian equities in May, the highest amount in nine months, supported by the country’s strong macroeconomic fundamentals and reasonable valuations. The FPIs sustained their buying stance in June, investing a further INR 6,490 crore in just two trading sessions of the month. The inflow is set to continue, as reflected by the latest GDP data and high-frequency indicators, which indicate a robust economy improving further. India attracted greater investment than any other emerging market, with financials, automobiles, telecom and construction sectors drawing the most attention.