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 March 2026, data shows that 259 stocks were held by more than 100 mutual fund schemes, highlighting broad-based institutional interest. ETMarkets’ analysis reveals that 50 of these stocks have delivered gains of more than 10% since the start of CY26. We highlight 12 stocks that rallied in the range of 23-55% in the first three-and-a-half months of CY26. This pattern underscores the potential resilience and momentum of stocks backed by extensive mutual fund participation. (Data Source: ACE MF, ACE Equity) MF Darlings

12 stocks held by 100+ MFs surge up to 55% in just over 3 months

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 March 2026, data shows that 259 stocks were held by more than 100 mutual fund schemes, highlighting broad-based institutional interest. ETMarkets’ analysis reveals that 50 of these stocks have delivered gains of more than 10% since the start of CY26. We highlight 12 stocks that rallied in the range of 23-55% in the first three-and-a-half months of CY26. This pattern underscores the potential resilience and momentum of stocks backed by extensive mutual fund participation. (Data Source: ACE MF, ACE Equity)

The stock gained 40% in CY26, moving up from Rs 1,705 to Rs 2,394. As of March 2026, it was held across 106 mutual fund schemes, with total equity mutual fund holdings of Rs 2,864 crore.

The stock climbed 33%, increasing from Rs 8,368 to Rs 11,115. As of March 2026, it was held across 129 mutual fund schemes, with total equity mutual fund holdings of Rs 8,797 crore.

The stock rose 32%, moving from Rs 5,170 to Rs 6,829. As of March 2026, it was held across 176 mutual fund schemes, with total equity mutual fund holdings of Rs 5,718 crore.

The stock gained 31%, increasing from Rs 3,133 to Rs 4,094. As of March 2026, it was held across 255 mutual fund schemes, with total equity mutual fund holdings of Rs 16,772 crore.

The stock advanced 28%, rising from Rs 3,023 to Rs 3,871. As of March 2026, it was held across 102 mutual fund schemes, with total equity mutual fund holdings of Rs 5,239 crore.

The stock rose 26%, increasing from Rs 2,661 to Rs 3,354. As of March 2026, it was held across 213 mutual fund schemes, with total equity mutual fund holdings of Rs 7,105 crore.