Net investment by foreign portfolio investors (FPI) in Indian markets in the first half of January stood at ₹14,866 crore amid expectations of strong third-quarter results by companies. FPIs put ₹18,490 crore into equities but pulled out ₹3,624 crore from debt segment from January 1-15, official data showed. Budget expectations could "keep sentiment alive", a Kotak Securities official said.