Global Stocks: Portfolio flows to emerging markets slow to $22 billion in February, says IIF
Analysis of this story by et_markets · 10 Mar 2026, 8:16 PM IST (about 2 months ago)
AI Analysis
Slower FII inflows can reduce liquidity and put downward pressure on banking and financial stocks, as these sectors often benefit from robust foreign investment. This trend could also affect overall market sentiment, impacting credit growth and deposit pricing.
Trading Insight
Maintain a cautious stance on banking stocks; look for potential shorting opportunities or consider hedging existing long positions if FII outflows intensify.
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Key Evidence
- •Foreign investors sharply slowed their purchases of emerging market assets in February.
- •Portfolio flows to emerging markets were below $22 billion in February.
- •Flows remained positive across both debt and equities, despite the slowdown.
- •Risk flag: Further deceleration or reversal of FII flows.
- •Risk flag: Global risk-off sentiment impacting emerging markets.
Sources and updates
Original source: et_markets
Published: 10 Mar 2026, 8:16 PM IST
Last updated on Anadi News: 10 Mar 2026, 8:48 PM IST
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