Large - cap stocks : These large - and mid - cap stocks can give more than 25 % return in 1 year , according to analysts

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Search+Investment IdeasSynopsisGiven multiple issues that have suddenly come up, there is a high probability that the market will remain volatile. But history tells us that both good and bad sentiment have a limited shelf life. What is permanent for and in the market is earnings. And that is determined by fundamentals. Yes, there are many sectors where the fundamentals are changing and, hence, a round of valuation readjustment is bound to happen. So, at this point of time, rather than focusing on whether the Nifty is going up or down, think long-term and focus on the fundamentals of a sector or company.The last thing the bulls would have wanted is another headwind. Yet here it is – the geopolitical uncertainty caused by US-Iran tensions. This, at a time the markets were already dealing with three clear headwinds: The AI-led disruption in IT stocks, the cyclical liquidity pressure close to the financial year ending, and the not-so-cheap valuations coupled with the impending tightening of funding norms in the F&O segment. Against this backdrop, ETMarkets.com 20 mins readFeb 19, 2026, 11:42:00 PM ISTGift this Story to your friendsFONT SIZEAbcSmallAbcMediumAbcLargeSAVEPRINTCOMMENTContinue reading with one of these options:Limited AccessFreeLogin to get access to some exclusive stories & personalised newslettersLogin NowUnlimited AccessStarting @ Rs120/monthGet access to exclusive stories, expert opinions & in-depth stock reportsSubscribe NowETUh-oh! This is an exclusive story available for selected readers only.Worry not. You’re just a step away.What’s Included withETPrime Membership 1Invest Wisely With Smart Market Tools & Investment IdeasInvestment IdeasGrow your wealth with stock ideas & sectoral trends.Stock Reports PlusBuy low & sell high with access to Stock Score, Upside potential & more. BigBull PortfolioGet to know where the market bulls are investing to identify the right stocks.Stock AnalyzerCheck the score based on the company's fundamentals, solvency, growth, risk & ownership to decide the right stocks.Market MoodAnalyze the market sentiments & identify the trend reversal for strategic decisions.Stock Talk Live at 9 AM DailyAsk your stock queries & get assured replies by ET appointed, SEBI registered experts.2Stay informed anytime, anywhere with ET ePaperePaper - Print ViewRead the PDF version of ET newspaper. Download & access it offline anytime.ePaper - Digital ViewRead your daily newspaper in Digital View & get it delivered to your inbox everyday.Wealth EditionManage your money efficiently with this weekly money management guide.3Exclusive Insights That MatterUncover the truth with our investigative storiesMake strategic moves using the real-world case studiesRead industry-specific stories to identify emerging trendsSpot opportunities with in-depth insights that matterTrump temper on H-1B visas is forcing Indians to do these things to stay put in USWhat Adani’s US indictment means for India Inc’s overseas fundraisingWhy veterans like Reliance, L&T are on acquisition spree? Aswath Damodaran has an answer.Will China’s dollar bond sale in Saudi Arabia trump the US in financial world?Huawei launches its own OS to compete with Google and Apple. But can it win beyond China?The problem with lab grown diamondsWhy a falling rupee is a better option for the economyA list of top 20 momentum stocks that have delivered massive returns in one year4Times Of India Subscription (1 Year)TOI ePaperRead the PDF version of TOI newspaper. Download & access it offline anytime.Deep ExplainersExplore the In-depth explanation of complex topics for everyday life decisions.Health+ StoriesGet fitter with daily health insights committed to your well-being.Personal Finance+ StoriesManage your wealth better with in-depth insights & updates on finance.New York Times ExclusivesStay globally informed with exclusive story from New York Times.5Enjoy Complimentary Subscriptions From Top BrandsDocubay SubscriptionStream new documentaries from all across the world every day.6Get Inspired by Grandmasters