Investment Tips 2026: You can get 55-60% return in these 8 stocks, investors should immediately check the list…

Investment Tips 2026: Domestic brokerage firm Axis Direct has presented an important and positive view about the Indian stock market. The brokerage believes that Nifty can reach the level of 29,480 by December 2026, which shows a potential gain of about 30% from the current level.

It has been said in the report that in 2025, the Indian stock market performed weakly compared to the US and other emerging markets, due to which its valuations have become attractive. As a result, this is a good opportunity for investors. Axis Direct has identified eight large-cap stocks, which may see a rise of 26% to 55% in the coming time. Let’s take a closer look at the brokerage’s top stock picks.

Eternal Limited

The brokerage has set a target price of Rs 360 per share for Eternal, which implies an upside of about 55% from its recent trading price. The brokerage report states that the company’s quick commerce segment is growing rapidly, and platforms like Blinkit are benefiting a lot from this trend.

Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd

For Kotak Mahindra Bank, the brokerage has set a target price of Rs 515 per share, which suggests a potential upside of about 44% from its current market price. It has been said in the report that the asset quality of the bank is improving. The risk associated with unsecured loans is decreasing. The brokerage expects credit growth rate to be 17% during FY26–FY28.

Bharti Airtel Ltd

The brokerage has set a target price of ₹2,530 per share for Bharti Airtel, which suggests an upside of about 41% from its recent trading price. According to the brokerage, the company is driving growth through expansion in rural areas, better 4G coverage and strategic investments in the network. Opportunities like sale of tower assets and possible IPO can also prove beneficial for the company.

Bajaj Finance Ltd

Brokerage firm Axis Securities has set a target price of Rs 1,150 for Bajaj Finance Ltd, which shows an upside of about 39% from its current market price. The brokerage report states that the company is continuously expanding its distribution network and improving the productivity of the branches. The management has said that the growth rate of 22–23% is expected to remain till FY26.

LG Electronics India Ltd

For LG Electronics India, the brokerage has set a target price of Rs 1,815, which implies a potential upside of about 37% from its recent share price. The brokerage said that the business model of the company is very strong, in which the Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) is up to 41%, which shows its operational efficiency.

State Bank of India

The brokerage has set a target price of Rs 1,350 for State Bank of India shares, which implies an upside of about 32.6% from its recent trading price. According to Axis Securities, the performance of the bank has been the best among big banks. Demand for corporate loans is increasing. Good growth is also being seen in Retail, Agriculture, and MSME (RAM) segments.

Max Healthcare Institute Ltd

For Max Healthcare Institute, the brokerage has set a target price of Rs 1,250 per share, which suggests a potential upside of about 32% from its current market price. It has been told in the report that the company is continuously adding new hospitals and increasing its bed capacity, the aim of which is to maintain the occupancy rate up to 80%.

Nestle India

The brokerage has set a target price of Rs 1,500 for Nestle India shares, which suggests a potential upside of about 26% from its recent trading price. The brokerage observed that the company is driving growth through innovation, expansion of distribution and a special focus on the “out-of-home” consumption segment.