The Core Report #573 FIIs Buy $4.8 Billion In 12 Sessions As Markets Rise
May 5, 2025
Gulam Zia, Senior Executive Director at Knight Frank, brings his real estate expertise to the discussion. The talk dives into the astonishing $4.8 billion in foreign institutional investments over just 12 sessions as markets surge. Zia highlights the powerhouse of the Indian economy and the shift in automotive sales, where CNG vehicles have overtaken diesel for the first time. They also explore the diverging trends in India's real estate market and the changing dynamics spurred by shifting consumer preferences.
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Strong FII Buying Amid Stability
- Foreign institutional investors bought nearly $4.8 billion in 12 sessions showing confidence in Indian markets.
- Low oil prices and economic stability attract global investors despite geopolitical tensions.
OPEC Plus Boosts Oil Supply
- OPEC Plus sped up oil supply hikes causing oil prices to fall below $61 per barrel.
- This production move challenges U.S. shale supply and penalizes members exceeding limits.
CNG Cars Surpass Diesel Sales
- CNG car sales in India overtook diesel for the first time, making CNG about 20% of cars.
- Hybrids now outsell electric vehicles, holding about 8.5% market share versus 3.5% for EVs.