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Foreign investors dump Rs 88,000 crore in March; 2026 outflows cross Rs 1 lakh crore
The sharp sell-off follows a strong rebound in February, when foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) pumped in Rs 22,615 crore, the highest monthly inflow in 17 months, according to NSDL data.
With the latest withdrawals, total FPI outflows have crossed the Rs 1 lakh crore-mark so far in 2026.
In March (till March 20), FPIs have remained net sellers on every trading day, offloading equities worth Rs 88,180 crore in the cash market. However, the outflow is still lower than the record monthly exodus of Rs 94,017 crore seen in October 2024.
Market participants attributed the sustained selling pressure to global macroeconomic headwinds and heightened geopolitical uncertainty.
Vaqarjaved Khan, Senior Fundamental Analyst at Angel One, said the primary trigger has been the sharp escalation in Middle East tensions, with fears of prolonged conflict and potential disruption to the Strait of Hormuz pushing Brent crude above USD 100, fuelling a classic risk-off move.
He added that the trend has been exacerbated by the rupee hovering near Rs 92 against the US dollar, elevated US bond yields, profit-booking after the February inflows, and mixed Q4 earnings outlook indicating margin pressures in key sectors.Himanshu Srivastava, Principal Manager Research at Morningstar Investment Research India, said the rising US Treasury yields as another key driver.
Higher yields have improved the relative attractiveness of dollar-denominated assets, prompting capital to move away from emerging markets like India. This shift is typically accompanied by a stronger dollar and tighter global liquidity, further dampening sentiment towards emerging market equities.
Echoing similar concerns, V K Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist at Geojit Investments, said the conflict in West Asia has intensified FPI selling.
He noted that weakness in global equity markets, continued rupee depreciation and worries over the impact of high crude prices on India’s growth and earnings have all weighed on investor sentiment.
Sectorally, financial services bore the brunt of the selling, with FPIs offloading shares worth Rs 31,831 crore during the fortnight ended March 15.
Looking ahead, analysts expect the near-term outlook to remain cautious.
Khan said continued volatility in oil prices or further escalation in geopolitical tensions could sustain outflows. However, any signs of de-escalation, strong support from domestic institutional investors (DIIs), or positive earnings surprises may help stabilise markets and trigger selective buying.
According to Vijayakumar, a reversal in FPI flows is likely only once geopolitical tensions ease and broader market stability returns.
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Everton delivered a commanding performance at their new Hill Dickinson Stadium, thrashing Chelsea 3-0 in the Premier League on Saturday, March 21, 2026, with a brace from Beto and a stunning strike from Iliman Ndiaye sealing a result that boosted the Toffees’ European ambitions while intensifying scrutiny on Blues manager Liam Rosenior.
The Matchweek 31 clash, Everton’s first home game against Chelsea at the waterfront venue, saw David Moyes’s side produce one of their most complete displays of the 2025-26 season. Beto opened the scoring in the 33rd minute with a delicate finish over goalkeeper Robert Sanchez after latching onto James Garner’s sublime through ball. The Portuguese forward doubled the lead in the 62nd minute, powering home from Idrissa Gueye’s assist to make it 2-0.
Iliman Ndiaye capped the rout in the 76th minute with a brilliant curled finish into the far corner, assisted by Beto, who turned provider after a long pass from Jordan Pickford. The goal marked Ndiaye’s clinical contribution and brought the Hill Dickinson Stadium to its feet amid an electric atmosphere.
Everton goalkeeper Pickford earned his 100th clean sheet for the club with key saves, including two outstanding stops from Enzo Fernández either side of halftime, denying Chelsea any route back into the contest. The Toffees dominated possession at times, pressed relentlessly and exploited Chelsea’s disjointed defending.
For Chelsea, the defeat marked a fourth consecutive loss across all competitions, following a midweek Champions League humbling against Paris Saint-Germain. Rosenior admitted post-match that his team’s performance was “nowhere near” the level expected, with the Blues struggling to create clear chances despite fielding a talented attacking lineup.
The result lifted Everton to seventh in the Premier League table on 46 points from 31 games, putting them firmly in the mix for European qualification — potentially Champions League spots if results elsewhere align. Chelsea remained in sixth on 48 points but saw their buffer shrink, with pressure mounting on Rosenior amid a poor run that has seen back-to-back 3-0 defeats.
Highlights captured the game’s key moments: Beto’s clinical first goal showcased his hold-up play and finishing instinct, while his second demonstrated improved work rate and positioning. Ndiaye’s third was a moment of individual brilliance, curling the ball past Sanchez from the edge of the box after evading Jorrel Hato.
Everton controlled the narrative throughout, with Garner and Gueye anchoring midfield effectively and the defense, led by Jarrad Branthwaite, standing firm. Chelsea’s frustrations boiled over with late bookings and substitutions that failed to spark a comeback.
Post-match, Moyes praised his players’ intensity and execution, noting the significance of consecutive home league wins at the new stadium — a first this season. “The atmosphere was incredible, and the lads gave everything,” he said. Rosenior, meanwhile, highlighted areas for improvement, emphasizing the need for better cohesion and resilience.
The victory marked Everton’s biggest win over Chelsea since 1987 and underscored their progress under Moyes in the new home. Fans celebrated wildly, with social media buzzing over Beto’s impact — his fifth and sixth goals of the season — and the team’s upward trajectory.
Chelsea now face a quick turnaround, with upcoming fixtures testing their credentials further. Everton will look to build momentum as they chase a top-six finish in a competitive race.
Full-match and extended highlights are available on official Premier League channels, NBC Sports, Sky Sports, BBC Sport and club websites, capturing the goals, saves and atmosphere that defined the evening.
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