Analyst consensus highlights 10 Sensex stocks with projected upside of 18%32% over the next 12 months, signalling potential market outperformance. Heavyweights like HDFC Bank, Reliance, ICICI Bank, and Adani Ports are expected to deliver strong returns, offering investors research-backed opportunities to position ahead of potential rallies in a selective market.
Foreign portfolio investors withdrew over Rs 22,530 crore (USD 2.5 billion) from Indian equities so far this month amid rising US bond yields and a stronger dollar, continuing their selling streak from last year.
Bharat Coking Coal Ltds IPO has garnered strong grey market interest ahead of its Monday listing, indicating a potential 54% listing gain. One of the most oversubscribed PSU offerings in recent years, the companys strategic position as Indias largest coking coal producer underscores investor confidence despite the brief delay.
Quant Mutual Fund has appointed veteran fund manager Mahendra Jajoo as a whole-time director on its AMC board, effective January 14, 2026. With over 30 years of experience across leading financial institutions, Jajoo previously served as CIO Fixed Income at Mirae Asset, overseeing substantial growth in the fund houses debt AUM.
Rising FII short positions in index futures and a near-record low longshort ratio point to heightened volatility in the January series. However, a sharp build-up in index futures longs hints at possible short covering. Market focus remains on key Nifty levels, PSU banks, metals and select trading ideas.
Six mutual funds added 11 new mid-cap stocks to their portfolios in December, according to Nuvama Institutional Equities. The additions were spread across sectors, with funds selectively increasing exposure through fresh inclusions. The changes reflect evolving portfolio strategies amid market conditions and stock-specific opportunities.
Amid continued market volatility in 2026, HDFC Securities has identified seven technically strong stocks for accumulation across small-, mid- and large-cap segments. Spanning multiple sectors, these picks are based on technical indicators, defined buying ranges, targets and stop-loss levels, offering investors structured ideas for the year ahead.
