India’s Growth Narrative Fails to Stem ETF Outflows

Despite maintaining its compelling long-term growth drivers, India’s equity markets faced significant headwinds in August 2025, with the Franklin FTSE India ETF (FLIN) experiencing a notable downturn. The fund’s decline reflects a broader sell-off across Indian indices, signaling a pronounced shift in global investor risk appetite away from emerging markets.

A paradoxical situation emerged in August: while India’s economic foundations remained robust, its equity markets underwent a substantial correction. Read more...