Retail Investors

FPIs swayed markets the most in Q1 as buying decisions moved stock prices

FPI buying decisions had a stronger link to stock performance in Q1FY26, even as their share of NSE-listed companies' market capitalisation fell to a 14-year low

Updated On: 09 Aug 2026 | 9:39 PM IST

RIL among 10 stocks where promoters raised stakes most in Q1; should you?

Retail investors often take cues from promoter buying, as it is a show of confidence by the company insiders.

Updated On: 06 Aug 2026 | 2:27 PM IST

Reforms@35: From UTI monopoly and assured returns to SIP investment boom

How the continuing reforms in the MF space have created an over ₹82 trillion powerhouse

Updated On: 06 Aug 2026 | 12:09 AM IST

Favourable advance-decline ratio extends into a second straight month

More BSE stocks advanced than declined for a second straight month in July as strong earnings, FPI inflows and broad-based buying lifted large-, mid- and small-cap indices

Updated On: 02 Aug 2026 | 9:52 PM IST

Crushed by Kospi rout, angry Koreans rip Lee, vow not to buy stocks again

Korean retail investors face steep losses after the Kospi's sharp July reversal, exposing risks from leveraged ETFs, AI-driven rallies and crowded trades.

Updated On: 02 Aug 2026 | 8:05 PM IST

B-30 mutual fund assets outpace metros again, but growth gap narrows

Individual investor AUM in smaller towns rose 5.2% in H1 2026 against 4.5% in top-30 cities

Updated On: 31 Jul 2026 | 7:25 AM IST

Chhoti SIPs gain scale but face high exit rush amid West Asia conflict

High market volatility, strained household budgets likely factors

Updated On: 15 Jul 2026 | 11:26 PM IST

Demat accounts surge by 2.6 million in June, the most since February

Demat account additions rose to a four-month high in June as revived IPO activity, easing geopolitical concerns and improving market sentiment attracted more retail investors

Updated On: 08 Jul 2026 | 6:44 AM IST

Retail investor flows rebound in H1CY26 with ₹57,203 crore inflows

The data shows a rebound in the investor interest despite the global uncertainty

Updated On: 06 Jul 2026 | 7:38 AM IST

Share of SIP-linked assets in equity mutual fund AUM surpasses 40%

SIP-linked assets now account for over 40 per cent of active equity mutual fund AUM, supported by resilient retail participation despite a recent moderation in monthly inflows

Updated On: 26 Jun 2026 | 10:58 PM IST

Smallcap funds are rising: Should investors raise the exposure now?

After a sharp rebound in recent months, smallcap funds are back in favour. Experts weigh the opportunities, risks and suitability for different investors

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 10:30 PM IST

SIP return recovery and West Asia truce may revive retail MF momentum

Small- and mid-cap fund SIP returns have rebounded sharply, raising hopes of renewed retail investor interest after a moderation in key MF growth indicators

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 6:33 AM IST

Individual investors cautious as market remains turbulent, shows data

Retail investor inflows slowed in May amid global tensions, though they stayed net buyers as participation and market share dipped slightly on NSE cash segment

Updated On: 24 Jun 2026 | 12:14 AM IST

AI strengthens, not weakens, the case for quarterly reporting of results

As AI lowers reporting costs, the SEC's proposal to allow semi-annual disclosures sparks debate over transparency, accountability and investor protection

Updated On: 16 Jun 2026 | 10:35 PM IST

Street signs: Lottery beats connections; Nifty levels & referrals return

From IPO allotment fairness and Nifty's key support levels to Zerodha reviving referrals, key market trends are shaping investor sentiment

Updated On: 14 Jun 2026 | 9:24 PM IST

DII inflows hit a peak at ₹4.3 trillion in the first half of 2026

Cushion impact of unprecedented FPI outflows

Updated On: 10 Jun 2026 | 11:08 PM IST

Q4 scorecard: NBFCs top performers, cyclicals lead in earnings growth

Krishna Kant & Ram Prasad Sahu delve into the earnings of the 10 biggest sectors in Q4FY26

Updated On: 10 Jun 2026 | 8:30 PM IST

New demat additions stay below 2025 average for third straight month in May

Around 2.3 million new demat accounts were opened in May, below the 2025 monthly average, as subdued markets and geopolitical uncertainties weighed on retail participation

Updated On: 09 Jun 2026 | 10:35 PM IST

'Retail investors not in panic mode despite geopolitical uncertainty'

If India's growth story plays out over the next two decades, Vikas Saitja, MD & CEO at Shriram Wealth believes there is enough opportunity for more wealth management firms.

Updated On: 08 Jun 2026 | 7:32 AM IST

Retail holding tops FIIs in 118 Nifty 500 stocks since March 2024; who won?

In last two financial years, retail investors increased holding in 118 Nifty 500 stocks where FIIs cut stake; of these 65 stocks trade below March 2024 levels amid tepid market mood, shows data.

Updated On: 08 Jun 2026 | 6:48 AM IST