Archive · 2 Sep 2025
FPIs Sell Indian Stocks But Buy IPOs: Diverging Trends
Imagine investors selling some stocks in India, but at the same time, buying into new company offerings (IPOs).
This is what's happening now.
Investors are selling stocks in the regular market because they think the prices are too high.
But they are buying IPOs because some offer good value and can give big returns.
Investors are also investing in new, growing areas like renewable energy.
This shift depends on how the global economy is doing.
If things are good, more IPOs will be bought, but if the market is uncertain, this trend might slow down.
FPIs have been net sellers of Indian stocks in most of 2025.
FPIs sold ₹1,39,618 crore of stocks in 2025.
FPIs offloaded nearly ₹9000 crore worth of stocks in early September 2025.
FPIs bought ₹40,305 crore of equity through the primary market in 2025.
The trend is driven by attractive valuations in IPOs and a desire for exposure to high-growth sectors.
- Who
- Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs)
- What
- Diverging investment behavior in Indian stock markets
- When
- 2025
- Where
- India
- Why
- Driven by valuations, tactical gains, and exposure to high-growth sectors
FPI Selling
FPI Buying
Valuations
FPI Selling
Indian stock market valuations are high.
FPI Buying
IPOs offer attractive valuations.
Investment Strategy
FPI Selling
Selling in secondary markets is driven by macro factors.
FPI Buying
Buying in IPOs is for tactical gains.
Sector Focus
FPI Selling
Reducing exposure to slower-growth sectors.
FPI Buying
Securing early exposure to high-growth sectors.
- FPI Selloff (2025)
- ₹1,39,618 crore
- FPI Selloff (September 2025)
- ₹9000 crore
- Primary Market Equity Purchases (2025)
- ₹40,305 crore
Sources
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