The period from September 27 to October 4, 2024, witnessed fluctuating trends in foreign institutional investors (FII) and domestic institutional investors (DII) flows, with significant differences in cash, futures, and options markets. FIIs showed a risk-off sentiment, while DIIs continued to demonstrate confidence in the local market.
Key Cash Flows (Rs. Crores)
| Date | FII Cash Flows | DII Cash Flows | FII Futures | FII Options |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Sep 2024 | -1,209 | 2,405 | 5,407 | 4,527 |
| 30 Sep 2024 | -9,792 | 6,887 | -10,522 | -10,002 |
| 01 Oct 2024 | -5,579 | 12,914 | -2,704 | -18,486 |
| 02 Oct 2024 | -15,243 | 4,610 | -17,172 | -67,828 |
| 03 Oct 2024 | -9,987 | 8,905 | -8,037 | 36,545 |
| Total | -41,810 | 35,721 | -33,028 | -55,244 |
Difference Between FII and DII Cash Flows:
FII Total Cash Outflows: Rs. -41,810 crores
DII Total Cash Inflows: Rs. 35,721 crores
Net Difference: Rs. -6,089 crores (FII outflows exceeded DII inflows)
Summary of Key Trends:
FII Cash: Foreign institutional investors have consistently sold off, with a total outflow of Rs. 41,810 crores during the period. The largest outflows were seen on October 2, 2024 (-15,243 crores) and October 3, 2024 (-9,987 crores).
DII Cash: Domestic institutional investors showed strong buying momentum, especially on October 1, 2024 with Rs. 12,914 crores in inflows and Rs. 8,905 crores on October 3, 2024, totaling Rs. 35,721 crores in inflows.
FII Futures: FIIs continued reducing their exposure to the futures market, with a total net outflow of Rs. 33,028 crores. The largest outflow occurred on October 2, 2024 (-17,172 crores).
FII Options: A significant reversal was noted in options trading, with a total net outflow of Rs. 55,244 crores. The biggest change was observed on October 3, 2024, when Rs. 67,828 crores exited the market, though there was a positive inflow of Rs. 36,545 crores on October 4, 2024.
During this period, FIIs have taken a risk-off approach with heavy cash and futures outflows, while DIIs are playing the role of market stabilizers, consistently buying into the market. The diverging behaviors suggest that FIIs might be cautious due to global uncertainties, while DIIs remain bullish on domestic opportunities.
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