Indian investors eye global equities amid AI boom

Indian investors are increasingly turning to overseas markets as global equities outperform domestic ones, fueled by themes such as artificial intelligence.

International mutual funds offer a straightforward path, yet they encounter utilization limits. Alternative routes include funds based in GIFT City and direct investments through international brokerage accounts, each carrying distinct processes and costs.

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Indian stocks face ongoing pressure from Middle East tensions

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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.

Indian equities have posted losses in recent sessions while markets in neighboring countries recorded gains. The divergence stems from a global surge in artificial intelligence spending that has boosted chip manufacturers elsewhere in Asia.

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India is facing growing pressure in global markets because it has not benefited from artificial intelligence gains seen elsewhere. The country risks dropping out of the world's top five stock markets.

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.

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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.

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq composite indices climbed to new record levels, supported by gains in artificial intelligence stocks and robust corporate results.

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