Nearly half of BSE 200 stocks fail to deliver returns in 2026. What’s dragging them down?

This year, numerous firms across various sectors are grappling with a lack of returns, a stark contrast to the previous years’ performances. Key industries such as automobiles, FMCG, and IT are showing marked declines. Interestingly, capital goods stocks have demonstrated resilience, fueled by increased infrastructure spending. This downturn in the market parallels a slowdown in systematic investment plan inflows.