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Which sectors saw the biggest FII inflows and outflows in April?
Foreign investors remained net sellers of Indian equities in April, though the pace of outflows eased sharply from March. FIIs turned buyers in sectors such as power, capital goods and metals, while financial services, healthcare, oil & gas and automobiles continued to witness heavy selling pressure amid global uncertainty.
INR settles higher as oil prices and DXY retreat from elevated levels
The Indian rupee pared initial losses and settled for the day on a positive note, higher by 23 paise at 94.26 (provisional) against the greenback on Thursday, as Brent crude and the US dollar index retreated from their elevated levels. The dollar index continues to linger under 98 mark for the second consecutive day as safe haven demand wanes amid improving prospects of a near term peace deal between US and Iran. Meanwhile, brent oil prices have fallen below USD 100 per barrel on a rise in investor risk appetite in global markets on hopes of peace between the US and Iran. However, factors such as unabated foreign capital outflows and safe-haven dollar demand from importers capped sharp gains for the rupee. Indian benchmark indices ended flat, with the Sensex falling 114 points to settle at 77,844.52 and the Nifty50 dipping 4.30 points to close at 24,326.65.
Defence outlook strong, but PSU margin concerns keep investors selective: Manish Gunwani
Manish Gunwani, Head – Equity at Bandhan AMC, said sustained crude oil prices above $90 per barrel could weigh on India’s macroeconomic stability and limit gains in domestic stocks. He also said the global AI investment boom is drawing capital away from India toward markets such as Taiwan and South Korea.
INR tests record lows as oil prices remain in focus
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USD vs INR: Indian Rupee may depreciate to 96 per US dollar amid rising crude oil prices, global risk
The Indian rupee fell 20 paise to 95.43 against the US dollar amid geopolitical tensions and rising Brent crude prices, impacting oil-importing nations. Experts warn that prolonged currency weakness could worsen India's current account deficit and trigger further capital outflows.
Rupee weakness driven by global flows, not domestic fundamentals: CEA
V Anantha Nageswaran says rupee weakness reflects global capital flows and AI driven US investment, not India’s macro fundamentals, as oil and dollar rise.
Earnings likely to improve, but rising oil could hurt in short term: SBI Securities
Sunny Agarwal, Head of Fundamental Research, Retail Desk at SBI Securities, expects double-digit earnings recovery over FY27–28, despite near-term risks from crude-led margin pressure in Q1. He sees mid- and small-cap opportunities in hospitality, capital markets, and select banks, with improving return ratios. He also flags recovery in building materials and consumer staples, while infra push and regional growth could support sectors like cement and logistics.
Rupee at record low: Key factors behind the fall
Indian rupee hits record low near 95.40 per US dollar as surging oil, US–Iran tensions, strong dollar and weak capital inflows strain India.
Yen under pressure above 157 as rate gap and oil spike weigh
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FIIs sell Indian equities on 150 of last 240 trading days. What does it say about their return timing?
Foreign investors have sold Indian stocks on most trading days recently. This trend is linked to rising oil prices, a weaker rupee, and higher US bond yields. Global capital is also moving towards artificial intelligence themes. Despite this, domestic investors are absorbing much of the selling, supporting the broader market.
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Rupee opens weaker at 94.95 per dollar; oil moves, capital outflows weigh
Indian rupee opens at 94.95 against US dollar, slips on elevated crude prices and foreign fund outflows, outlook stays pressured amid volatile oil markets.