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10 Stocks To Consider In 2026
The January 2026 issue of Outlook Money lists the 10 top stocks recommended by experts that you may consider adding to your portfolio this year. The year 2025 also saw a flurry of IPOs in the Indian equity market, with investors making a beeline for the stocks on offer, chasing the momentum and adding to the frenzy. We decode the myths and outline the strategies that investors should follow while selecting IPOs. Talking of illusion, we also lift the veil of the SIP illusion of double-digit returns many investors seem to take for granted while buying mutual funds. NRIs living abroad face great difficulty caring for their aged parents back in India. Here's how they can build a more holistic plan for their care and well-being through a combination of proper insurance cover and an emergency corpus for timely aid during medical emergencies. Lastly, read whether green buildings and smart homes, the newest offerings in the real estate sector, justify the costs, and the things you should look for as a homebuyer before paying a premium for a green/smart home.
IPO boom is back with a bang. Amid the listing-day frenzy, the real question is whether investors are chasing momentum or backing fundamentals. We bust myths to give you real strategies
Top analysts recommend 2 stocks each, backed by solid analysis on why they chose them
SIPs are a powerful tool for wealth creation, but only if you do not give in to illusions such as SIPs always give double-digit returns
Online bond platform providers, which operate under Sebi regulations, have democratised retail access to bonds, but retail investors should understand the risks involved before buying
Green and smart homes promise environmental benefits and digital convenience, respectively. They come at a premium, which also means a higher resale value. But since no authority takes responsibility for maintaining green systems, and buyers have to bear the cost when smart gadgets inside the house don’t work as expected, you must evaluate real costs
NRIs need a more holistic plan that ensures parents can access funds immediately during emergencies, have reliable cashless treatment options at nearby hospitals, and a long-term care plan if they are dealing with chronic or age-related conditions
Good habits build you up, while bad habits pull you down. The one thing to ensure is that your habits are putting you on the path towards success. So, focus on your current trajectory
Fashion is flipping its financial script, and young consumers are leading the change, by flocking to thrift stores. But be mindful of your expenses and don’t use low-cost items as an excuse to overspend
IPO boom is back with a bang. Amid the listing-day frenzy, the real question is whether investors are chasing momentum or backing fundamentals. We bust myths to give you real strategies
Top analysts recommend 2 stocks each, backed by solid analysis on why they chose them
SIPs are a powerful tool for wealth creation, but only if you do not give in to illusions such as SIPs always give double-digit returns
Online bond platform providers, which operate under Sebi regulations, have democratised retail access to bonds, but retail investors should understand the risks involved before buying
Green and smart homes promise environmental benefits and digital convenience, respectively. They come at a premium, which also means a higher resale value. But since no authority takes responsibility for maintaining green systems, and buyers have to bear the cost when smart gadgets inside the house don’t work as expected, you must evaluate real costs
A step-by-step guide to add or change a nominee in a bank
NRIs need a more holistic plan that ensures parents can access funds immediately during emergencies, have reliable cashless treatment options at nearby hospitals, and a long-term care plan if they are dealing with chronic or age-related conditions
Good habits build you up, while bad habits pull you down. The one thing to ensure is that your habits are putting you on the path towards success. So, focus on your current trajectory
Fashion is flipping its financial script, and young consumers are leading the change, by flocking to thrift stores. But be mindful of your expenses and don’t use low-cost items as an excuse to overspend
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Green investments are gaining momentum in 2025 as capital shifts towards energy efficiency and cleaner infrastructure. Globally, green bond issuance has crossed $5 trillion. We give you a lowdown on what green investments are and the things to consider before investing
A fixed monthly plan cuts timing anxiety, smooths volatility, and lets compounding work through chaos.
Co-founder Jignesh Desai on SIP persistence and why distributors still matter in volatile markets
Keertana is choosing public capital early to scale profitably and reduce dependence on repeated private rounds
“Long-term wealth preservation may be achieved not just by trying to earn the highest possible returns, but also by managing risk effectively.”
Track signals to spot recovery or slump then shift sector exposure before consensus catches up.
They shift between large mid and small caps as valuations, cycle signals and risk change.
Start early, invest monthly, and let compounding do the heavy lifting through every market phase.
It targets long term shifts across sectors, but timing and valuation decide who wins.
2025 exposed a fragmented market where static diversification diluted gains and missed leadership shifts.
