New Delhi. This year was average for investors in terms of returns in the stock market. Because, Nifty has delivered returns of about 10 percent on an annual basis. However, it is much less in terms of global and Asian markets. In such a situation, investors are now looking forward to the new year 2026. In this series, the country's domestic brokerage firm, Motilal Oswal has released an important report, in which the best stock picks for the year 2026 (Top Stock Picks 2026) have been suggested.
The brokerage firm said that after a year-long consolidation due to global uncertainties and decline in corporate earnings, 2026 is expected to be a year of recovery and stable growth. Because, improvement in corporate earnings, supportive domestic policies and revival in private sector investment are likely to boost market performance throughout the year. Apart from this, the trade deal with America regarding tariffs will also be an important trigger for the market.
Motilal Oswal's Top 10 Stock Picks for 2026
Brokerage firm Motilal Oswal has advised to bet on 10 stocks in the year 2026. These include shares of largecap to midcap companies.
Bharti Airtel: A buy opinion has been given on the country's leading telecom company Bharti Airtel in the year 2026. Motilal Oswal has given a target price of Rs 2,365 on this share.
SBI: Motilal Oswal has given a target price of Rs 1100 on SBI, the country's largest public sector bank.
HCL Tech: The brokerage firm has given a target of Rs 2150 on the shares of IT company HCL Tech, and has predicted a rise of 29 percent.
Eternal: The brokerage firm has given a target of Rs 410 on Zomato's parent company Eternal and has expressed the possibility of a rise of 46 percent.
TVS Motors: Motilal Oswal has given a target of Rs 4159 on TVS Motors shares.
Max Financial: The brokerage firm has given a target of Rs 2100 on the shares of Max Financial with a potential upside of 26 percent.
Biocon: Motilal Oswal has also kept this company of pharma sector as his top pick and has given a target of Rs 460.
JK Cement: The brokerage firm has given a target of Rs 7000 on this company of cement sector and has predicted a rise of 27 percent from the current levels.
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Poonawalla Fincorp: Motilal Oswal has given a target price of Rs 600 on this company of NBFC sector and has expected a rise of 27 percent.
Privi Specialty: The brokerage firm has given a target price of Rs 3960 on the shares of Privi Specialty.
(Disclaimer: The information given here regarding shares is based on the report of the brokerage firm. Since investing in the stock market is subject to market risks, please consult a certified investment advisor before investing.)
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