Foreign Investors Withdraw Over ₹14,000 Crore from Indian Markets in May

In May, foreign investors have withdrawn ₹14,231 crore from Indian markets, continuing a trend of selling amid global economic uncertainties. The total outflow from FPIs has surpassed ₹2 trillion in 2026, with net selling observed in all months except February. Despite these outflows, certain sectors like power and construction are still attracting FPI investments. Concerns over currency depreciation and earnings growth in India are influencing these trends, while markets like South Korea and Taiwan are seeing increased FPI interest due to anticipated earnings growth driven by the AI boom. Read on for a detailed analysis of the current investment landscape.