In the first few months of 2026, the markets felt like a stormy sea. The benchmark Sensex dropped close to 10%, midcaps slipped about 1%, and smallcaps barely managed to stay afloat, inching up just 1%. For many investors, it was a period of shrinking portfolios and shaken confidence.Yet beneath the choppy waves, a handful of unexpected heroes emerged. A small set of stocks refused to sink with the rest. While the broader market faltered, these quiet outliers surged ahead, steadily creating wealth. Among companies with market capitalisations above Rs 2,500 crore, around 35 stood out, each delivering over 50% returns in just the first four months of CY26. From this group, 12 extraordinary performers stole the spotlight, soaring between 80% and 215%. Within this elite league were three true multibaggers, stocks that more than doubled investor wealth in a short span of time. (Data source: ACE Equity) Hidden winners

12 stocks surge up to 214% in 4 months; 3 became multibaggers. Do you own any?

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Source: The Economic Times