Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) remained cautious on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, as they net sold Indian equities worth ₹106 crore, according to exchange data. In contrast, Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) continued to provide support to the markets, with net purchases amounting to ₹1,749 crore.
During the session, FPIs bought shares worth ₹15,061 crore while selling marginally higher at ₹15,169 crore. DIIs, on the other hand, recorded purchases of ₹17,240 crore against sales of ₹15,491 crore, underscoring their sustained buying interest.
The broader trend over the past year highlights a sharp divergence in institutional activity. FPIs have been persistent sellers, offloading Indian equities worth ₹2.92 lakh crore, while DIIs have played a stabilising role with cumulative net investments of ₹7.85 lakh crore.
Market Performance:
Indian equity benchmarks ended the January 6 session in the red, weighed down by profit booking at higher levels amid subdued investor sentiment. The BSE Sensex fell 376.28 points, or 0.44%, to close at 85,063.34. Meanwhile, the NSE Nifty 50 declined 71.60 points, or 0.27%, to settle at 26,178.70.
