Published: November 09, 2026
StartupFeed Quick Take
- FPI investment reached Rs 38,971 crore in the first week of November 2026, a sharp turn after months of selling.
- That one week drew more than the Rs 35,861 crore foreign investors pulled out in all of September 2026.
- Steady foreign buying from here would firm up late-stage startup valuations and help reopen the IPO window.
Foreign investors bought Rs 38,971 crore of Indian shares in the first week of November 2026, reversing months of heavy selling.
The figure comes from the latest depository data at NSDL. It beats the Rs 35,861 crore that foreign investors sold in September 2026. Before November, their 2026 outflows had crossed Rs 3 lakh crore.
Most of the money went into listed stocks. FPIs bought Rs 38,519 crore through the stock exchanges.
They put another Rs 452 crore into the primary market, where new shares are first sold to the public.
Foreign money also returned to Indian bonds. FPIs added Rs 4,319 crore to the debt market in November so far.
What Drove the FPI Investment Rebound
A global sell-off in technology stocks pushed the money toward India. The correction in big AI shares, led by a drop in the US Nasdaq, made Indian equities look cheaper by comparison.
The buying marks a clear reversal. Foreign investors had sold Indian shares for most of 2026.
The pace was quick. Net buying reached Rs 22,693 crore in just the first five sessions, from November 1 to 5.
What this means for you: If you are a founder eyeing an IPO or a late-stage round, foreign buying sets the tone for valuations. Watch whether the inflows hold through November before timing any listing or raise.
Disclaimer: This article is for information only and is not investment advice. StartupFeed and its authors are not SEBI-registered investment advisors. Please speak to a SEBI-registered advisor before investing.
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