Several prominent Indian investors experienced notable portfolio losses during the first quarter amid a sharp market downturn. Hemendra Kothari and Mukul Agrawal saw declines exceeding 25 percent. Madhusudan Kela's holdings dropped by 21 percent.
The portfolios of Rakesh Jhunjhunwala's family and Anil Kumar Goel were among the least affected during this period. The overall market conditions led to widespread impacts on investor holdings across the board.
Iniulat ng AI Larawang ginawa ng AI
Following initial market shocks from West Asia conflict, Indian equities saw major foreign investor outflows and remain volatile amid rising oil prices. FPIs withdrew $751.4 million on March 2—the largest daily pullout in four months—with markets resuming post-Holi holiday on March 4 under continued pressure.
Goldman Sachs’ Indian equity portfolio, managed through its global funds, dropped 36% in the fiscal year ending March 2026, shrinking from Rs 11,940 crore to Rs 7,610 crore as of March 27. While about 28 of its roughly 48 stocks declined between 10% and 60%, with five major holdings losing over 50%, one standout performer delivered 107% gains.
Iniulat ng AI
Foreign investors continued to sell Indian financial stocks in the first half of May, pulling out ₹17,960 crore. The moves reflect worries about tighter banking margins and reduced attractiveness versus other emerging markets.
India's listed brokers and exchanges posted strong results for the March quarter. Growth came from higher margin trading and increased market activity.
Iniulat ng AI
Net inflows into equity mutual funds rose 56% month-on-month to Rs 40,450 crore in March, the highest since July 2025, according to data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI). Systematic investment plan (SIP) contributions hit a record Rs 32,087 crore.
Indian stock markets have staged a cautious rebound following a sharp sell-off in March. The rally, driven by short covering and domestic institutional buying, faces skepticism amid ongoing foreign investor sales. Traders are waiting for clarity on the West Asia conflict before further commitments.
Iniulat ng AI
India's small-cap stocks surged 17.1% in April, marking their best monthly performance in at least a decade. The Nifty Smallcap 250 index rebounded sharply after a steep sell-off in March. Local investors snapped up undervalued stocks with strong growth potential.