Explore top institutional trades from FIIs, DIIs, anchors, and mutual funds on May 21, 2025, including major buy/sell activity and key stock insights.
Institutional Power Moves on May 21, 2025: Top Deals from FII, DII, Anchor, and Mutual Funds
Mumbai, May 21, 2025 — The Indian market experienced high action from institutional investors on May 21, 2025, as large deals were driven by Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs), Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs), anchor investors, and mutual funds. Trading data on the day indicates both aggressive entries and strategic exits, reflecting the dynamic capital flows that are defining investor sentiment.
FII Activity: Selective Buys and Strategic Exits
Foreign Institutional Investors exhibited a mixed approach with notable activity in both large-cap and mid-cap segments.
- Government of Singapore made a high-value exit by selling 284,964 shares of Data Patterns (India) Ltd (DATAPATTNS) at ₹2,728.56 per share on the NSE.
- Zeta Global Funds executed two bulk buys:
- Purchased 60,000 shares of A1L at ₹535.00.
- Acquired 55,000 shares of MIIL at ₹1,020.13.
- Purchased 60,000 shares of A1L at ₹535.00.
This cautious accumulation by Zeta indicates continued confidence in select mid-cap growth stories, while the Singapore sovereign fund’s exit may suggest profit booking or portfolio rebalancing.
DII Transactions: Heavy Rotation in EaseMyTrip
Domestic Institutional Investors were most active in EaseMyTrip (EASEMYTRIP), reflecting a high-volume churn.
- Highpoint Commercial Pvt Ltd sold 48.36 million shares at ₹11.11 while simultaneously buying back 48.21 million shares at ₹11.16, reflecting either intra-day rotation or block arrangement.
- D3 Stock Vision LLP engaged in a similar two-sided trade, selling 21.24 million and buying 21.57 million shares, all at near-identical prices.
- Jainam Broking Ltd participated with a sell of 18.39 million and a buy of 11.27 million shares, showing aggressive repositioning.
Apart from EaseMyTrip, notable sell activity was seen in Harshil Agrotech (HARSHILAGR) by Strotram Globe Pvt Ltd and Vishmor Trading Pvt Ltd, offloading 18.42 million and 13.27 million shares, respectively. The stock closed at a low ₹2.36–₹2.43 range.
Anchor Investor Moves: Small-Cap Focus Continues
Anchor investors made selective moves in micro and small-cap counters:
- Jitesh Suketu Shah exited GatechDVR, selling 597,153 shares at just ₹0.89.
- Ravi Ashok Kothari sold 126,000 shares of Omnipotent Industries (OMNIPOTENT) at ₹13.54.
- Krupa Krupesh Thakkar made a fresh entry in SHYMINV, buying 83,119 shares at ₹10.34.
- Sachin Chandrakant Mehta exited SYBLY with 61,220 shares sold at ₹3.43.
- Zulia Zafar took a stake in Gravity Infra (GRAVITY) with 50,000 shares bought at ₹6.04.
These movements suggest anchors are positioning around turnaround bets and potentially undervalued plays, betting on mid-to-long-term rerating.
Mutual Fund Entry: ICICI Prudential Backs KPR Mill
Among the mutual funds, ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Ltd was in the news for making a major buy of 1.75 million KPR Mill (KPRMILL) shares at ₹1,140.10. The investment highlights institutional faith in the firm’s long-term strengths, particularly in the textile and garment segment.
Key Takeaways
- FIIs continue to calibrate their portfolios with a mix of exits (Data Patterns) and targeted entries (A1L, MIIL).
- DIIs dominated the day’s volumes, especially in EaseMyTrip, signaling short-term repositioning or strategic trade facilitation.
- Anchor investors maintained a strong presence in micro-cap counters, likely anticipating favorable developments or corporate triggers.
- Mutual fund participation remained selective but focused on value-oriented buys like KPR Mill.
As institutional participation remains high, these movements provide a critical pulse for retail and HNI investors tracking smart money trends. Investors are advised to monitor these counters for short-term price action and long-term structural positioning.
