26/08/2026
India’s position in the eyes of global fund managers has turned notably cautious. In Bank of America’s August 2026 survey, India emerged as Asia’s least-preferred equity market, with fund managers turning net 32% underweight.
The concerns go beyond market sentiment. High valuations relative to earnings, growth worries, limited listed-market exposure to the AI theme and slower reform momentum are weighing on investor preferences.
At the same time, improving corporate earnings and a return of foreign inflows offer some positives. The contrast highlights an important point: global investors may be cautious on Indian equities even as the underlying domestic growth and earnings story remains constructive.
Whether this cautious positioning proves temporary or signals a broader shift in global allocation will be worth watching.
Source: BofA Asia Fund Manager Survey | August 2026
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