Foreign investors reduced stakes in large banks during the June quarter. They simultaneously increased holdings in several mid-sized and smaller private lenders. This shift reflects a preference for banks with specific growth triggers and fundamentals. Large banks still offer strong franchises and reasonable valuations for investors. The rotation depends on future earnings and valuation evolution.

In July, foreign investors reversed their selling trend, becoming net buyers of Indian equities for the first time in four months by investing Rs 20,200 crore. This surge is…

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) turned net buyers of Indian equities in July, ending a four-month selling streak, while continuing to invest heavily in the debt market,