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.
Vedanta, Hindustan Zinc shares fall after metals giant confirms ED visits to offices
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