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The recent surge in foreign institutional investors (FIIs) buying Indian equities has sparked optimism about their return to the Indian market. However, analysts caution against interpreting this as a definitive return, highlighting several factors that suggest a more nuanced situation. In this article, we will explore the reasons behind this optimism and the cautionary stance adopted by experts.
In March 2025, FIIs emerged as net buyers of Indian equities for the first time in two months, reversing a trend of sustained selling[1][3]. This shift is attributed to several factors, including expectations of rate cuts by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the US Federal Reserve, attractive market valuations following a correction, and the relative underperformance of US and Chinese equities[3].
However, despite this positive trend, experts warn that it is premature to conclude that FIIs have fully returned to the Indian market. The recent buying spree is partly driven by passive investments linked to index rebalancing, which added 14 Indian firms to the FTSE All World Index[1]. These inflows were largely mechanical rather than driven by active investor sentiment[1].
Passive investments played a significant role in the recent FII inflows. The addition of Indian companies to the FTSE All World Index led to mechanical buying, contributing $1.4 billion to $1.6 billion of the inflows[1]. While this increased FII holdings in Indian stocks to 16.8% in March, up from 15.9% in February, it does not necessarily indicate a strong return to active investment[2].
The sectors that attracted the most foreign inflows in March included:
Experts urge caution in interpreting the recent FII activity as a full return. Prashanth Tapse, Senior VP of Research at Mehta Equities, noted that the renewed interest is driven by attractive valuations and global factors like rate cut expectations[3]. However, Deepak Jasani, an independent analyst, suggests that FII fund flows will depend on global risk appetite and evolving market valuations[3].
The aggressive selling by FIIs since the end of September 2024, triggered by elevated valuations, subdued earnings, and signs of slowing economic growth, underscores the volatility of their investment strategies[3]. Between October 2024 and February 2025, FIIs offloaded shares worth around Rs 2.19 lakh crore, demonstrating their sensitivity to market conditions[3].
The return of FIIs has had a positive impact on the rupee, which has appreciated significantly to recoup 2025 losses[4]. The increase in foreign inflows, coupled with a weaker US dollar, has supported the rupee's rally, with expectations that it could further appreciate if these trends continue[4].
In the forex market, the dollar index has weakened, contributing to the rupee's gains. Analysts note that while the rupee's appreciation is driven by current FII inflows, sustained foreign investment and favorable global economic conditions are essential for its continued strength[4].
While the recent surge in FII buying is a positive development, analysts caution against viewing it as a definitive return. The influence of passive investments and ongoing global economic uncertainties suggests that FII sentiment remains volatile. As India's economic fundamentals and global market conditions evolve, investors will be closely watching for signs of sustained FII interest beyond the current mechanical buying trend.
Key Takeaways:
In summary, while the Indian equity market has seen a boost from renewed FII interest, a cautious outlook is advisable given the complex interplay of domestic and global factors influencing FII investment decisions.
