Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) and Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) supported Indian equities on Friday, with FPIs net buying shares worth Rs 290 crore and DIIs adding Rs 677 crore, according to exchange data.
During the session, FPIs purchased stocks worth Rs 7,850 crore while selling slightly higher at Rs 7,561 crore. DIIs bought equities worth Rs 15,350 crore and sold Rs 14,672 crore.
Over 2025, FPIs remained net sellers, offloading Rs 2.92 lakh crore, whereas DIIs provided consistent support, accumulating a total of Rs 7.85 lakh crore in the domestic market.
Market Performance
The Nifty 50 extended its winning streak for the third consecutive session, rallying 182 points to close at a fresh record high of 26,328. The index gained steadily after a mildly positive start, peaking at 26,340 before settling near the day’s high. Turnover on the NSE’s cash segment rose 28%, reflecting strong investor participation. On a weekly basis, the Nifty advanced 1.10%, underscoring the prevailing bullish momentum.
Sectoral trends showed strong performance in Auto and PSU Banking stocks, while Utilities gained traction due to expectations of increased industrial activity. Robust December auto sales suggested an uptick in economic activity during the festive quarter, while improving asset quality and credit growth trends supported PSU banking stocks.
Conversely, FMCG stocks faced selling pressure, dragged by the government’s announcement of higher excise duty on cigarettes, impacting the sectoral index by approximately 4% for the week.
Investors will continue to monitor FPI flows, DII activity, and sectoral trends as the market begins 2026 on a strong note.
Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. Investors are advised to conduct their own research or consult a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions.
