After a bruising 2025 that saw the smallcap index slip nearly 6% and underperforming Nifty, investor sentiment around the segment has remained cautious. However, looking ahead to 2026, Axis Securities believes select opportunities are emerging across the smallcap space. In a recent report, the brokerage has identified seven smallcap stocks spanning utilities, financials and consumer discretionary that could offer value and potentially deliver returns of up to 54% over the next year. Here’s the full list.
IT stocks recover on US tech rally, value edge
IT stocks surged on Thursday, with the Nifty IT index climbing over 4.7% and leading gains on the NSE. This rebound followed recent losses, driven