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​12 stocks held by 100+ MFs in April surged up to 75% so far in 2026​

Fund Favourites
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Fund Favourites
When a large number of mutual fund schemes invest in the same stock, it typically reflects strong institutional conviction and often boosts retail investor confidence. As of April 2026, data show that 266 stocks were held by more than 100 mutual fund schemes, highlighting broad-based institutional interest.

ETMarkets’ analysis reveals that 71 of these stocks have gained more than 10% since the start of CY26. Among them, 15 stocks rallied between 30% and 75% during the first four and a half months of CY26. This trend underscores the potential resilience and momentum of stocks backed by extensive mutual fund participation. (Data Source: ACE MF, ACE Equity)
Hitachi Energy India
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Hitachi Energy India
In CY26, the stock surged 76%, rising from Rs 18,324 to Rs 32,268. As of April 2026, it was held in 190 mutual fund schemes, with total equity mutual fund holdings valued at Rs 6,034 crore.
Acutaas Chemicals
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Acutaas Chemicals
In CY26, the stock jumped 61%, climbing from Rs 1,703 to Rs 2,743. As of April 2026, it featured in 115 mutual fund schemes, with total equity mutual fund holdings worth Rs 2,934 crore.
Apar Industries
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Apar Industries
In CY26, the stock advanced 49%, moving up from Rs 8,368 to Rs 12,446. By April 2026, it was part of 135 mutual fund schemes, with equity mutual fund holdings amounting to Rs 10,953 crore.
Thermax
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Thermax
In CY26, the stock gained 49%, rising from Rs 3,017 to Rs 4,485. As of April 2026, it was held across 109 mutual fund schemes, with total equity mutual fund investments worth Rs 6,544 crore.
Adani Power
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Adani Power
In CY26, the stock rallied 47%, increasing from Rs 143 to Rs 210. By April 2026, it was held in 168 mutual fund schemes, with total equity mutual fund holdings valued at Rs 15,721 crore.

Multi-Commodity Exchange Of India
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Multi-Commodity Exchange Of India
In CY26, the stock climbed 42%, rising from Rs 2,228 to Rs 3,159. As of April 2026, it was included in 341 mutual fund schemes, with total equity mutual fund holdings worth Rs 25,239 crore.
GE Vernova T&D India
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GE Vernova T&D India
In CY26, the stock rose 37%, moving from Rs 3,132 to Rs 4,283. By April 2026, it was held across 260 mutual fund schemes, with equity mutual fund holdings totalling Rs 19,187 crore.
Bharat Heavy Electricals
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Bharat Heavy Electricals
In CY26, the stock gained 36%, climbing from Rs 288 to Rs 392. As of April 2026, it was part of 246 mutual fund schemes, with total equity mutual fund holdings valued at Rs 16,015 crore.
Bandhan Bank
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Bandhan Bank
In CY26, the stock appreciated 35%, rising from Rs 146 to Rs 196. By April 2026, it was held in 139 mutual fund schemes, with total equity mutual fund investments worth Rs 5,580 crore.

Bharat Forge
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Bharat Forge
In CY26, the stock surged 30%, increasing from Rs 1,470 to Rs 1,913. As of April 2026, it featured in 217 mutual fund schemes, with equity mutual fund holdings amounting to Rs 18,706 crore.
Adani Green Energy
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Adani Green Energy
In CY26, the stock advanced 29%, moving up from Rs 1,015 to Rs 1,306. By April 2026, it was held across 134 mutual fund schemes, with total equity mutual fund holdings worth Rs 6,348 crore.

CG Power and Industrial Solutions
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CG Power and Industrial Solutions
In CY26, the stock gained 29%, climbing from Rs 648 to Rs 833. As of April 2026, it was included in 242 mutual fund schemes, with total equity mutual fund investments valued at Rs 12,597 crore.
Kirloskar Oil Engines
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Kirloskar Oil Engines
In CY26, the stock rose 28%, increasing from Rs 1,218 to Rs 1,562. By April 2026, it was held in 122 mutual fund schemes, with total equity mutual fund holdings worth Rs 5,882 crore.
Amber Enterprises India
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Amber Enterprises India
In CY26, the stock rallied 28%, moving from Rs 6,381 to Rs 8,167. As of April 2026, it featured in 142 mutual fund schemes, with equity mutual fund holdings totalling Rs 6,154 crore.
Angel One
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Angel One
In CY26, the stock climbed 28%, rising from Rs 234 to Rs 300. By April 2026, it was held across 143 mutual fund schemes, with total equity mutual fund holdings valued at Rs 5,090 crore.
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