FPI outflow hits six-month high: Rs 34.99 crore offloaded in August; US tariffs, high valuations fuel pull-out

Foreign investors significantly withdrew Rs 34,993 crore from Indian equity markets in August, marking the largest divestment in six months. This outflow, driven by US tariffs and high domestic valuations, surpassed July’s figures. Despite exchange selling, FPIs invested in the primary market and debt, reflecting a mixed investment strategy.