{"id":159819,"date":"2026-07-20T13:55:34","date_gmt":"2026-07-20T08:25:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/?p=159819"},"modified":"2026-07-20T13:55:36","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T08:25:36","slug":"3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Top Performing Nifty PSE Stocks of 2026: BHEL, Power Finance Corporation and SAIL Lead the Index This Year"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"meta-block\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"border-left: 4px solid #1F4E79; background: #EBF3FB; padding: 10px 16px; font-style: italic;\"><em>3 top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026: BHEL up 45.4% YTD at Rs 417.90. Power Finance Corporation up 15.4%. SAIL up 11.0%. Data as of 20 July 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>The top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026 that deserve attention right now are BHEL, Power Finance Corporation and SAIL, which have moved up to 45.4 percent since the start of the year. Public sector enterprises across power, capital goods and mining delivered the strongest gains within the Nifty PSE index in 2026, led by a sharp turnaround in thermal power equipment demand. While the wider Nifty PSE basket produced mixed results, these names combined earnings delivery with powerful sector tailwinds.<\/p>\n<p>This article breaks down the top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026 with prices as of 20 July 2026, exact year to date returns calculated from 31 December 2025 closing prices, the reasons behind the rallies and the risks investors must weigh before buying.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 24px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in?utm_source=blogs&amp;utm_medium=nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-2026\"><strong>Click Here &#8211; Get Free Investment Predictions<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026\/#3_Top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks_of_2026_at_a_Glance\" title=\"3 Top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026 at a Glance\">3 Top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026 at a Glance<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026\/#1_BHEL_Leader_Among_Top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks\" title=\"1. BHEL: Leader Among Top performing Nifty PSE stocks\">1. BHEL: Leader Among Top performing Nifty PSE stocks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026\/#2_Power_Finance_Corporation_A_Consistent_Outperformer_of_2026\" title=\"2. Power Finance Corporation: A Consistent Outperformer of 2026\">2. Power Finance Corporation: A Consistent Outperformer of 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026\/#3_SAIL_Completing_the_List_of_Top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks\" title=\"3. SAIL: Completing the List of Top performing Nifty PSE stocks\">3. SAIL: Completing the List of Top performing Nifty PSE stocks<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026\/#Why_These_Top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks_Rallied_in_2026\" title=\"Why These Top performing Nifty PSE stocks Rallied in 2026\">Why These Top performing Nifty PSE stocks Rallied in 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026\/#Risks_of_Chasing_Top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks_Now\" title=\"Risks of Chasing Top performing Nifty PSE stocks Now\">Risks of Chasing Top performing Nifty PSE stocks Now<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026\/#How_to_Spot_the_Next_Top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks\" title=\"How to Spot the Next Top performing Nifty PSE stocks\">How to Spot the Next Top performing Nifty PSE stocks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026\/#FAQs_on_Top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks_of_2026\" title=\"FAQs on Top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026\">FAQs on Top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026\/#Which_are_the_top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks_of_2026\" title=\"Which are the top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026?\">Which are the top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026\/#How_much_has_BHEL_share_price_gained_in_2026\" title=\"How much has BHEL share price gained in 2026?\">How much has BHEL share price gained in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026\/#What_is_the_Nifty_PSE_index\" title=\"What is the Nifty PSE index?\">What is the Nifty PSE index?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026\/#Is_it_safe_to_buy_top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks_after_a_big_rally\" title=\"Is it safe to buy top performing Nifty PSE stocks after a big rally?\">Is it safe to buy top performing Nifty PSE stocks after a big rally?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026\/#What_is_the_52_week_high_and_low_of_Power_Finance_Corporation\" title=\"What is the 52 week high and low of Power Finance Corporation?\">What is the 52 week high and low of Power Finance Corporation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026\/#Why_did_SAIL_perform_well_in_2026\" title=\"Why did SAIL perform well in 2026?\">Why did SAIL perform well in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/3-nifty-pse-top-performing-stocks-of-2026\/#Where_can_I_track_top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks_live\" title=\"Where can I track top performing Nifty PSE stocks live?\">Where can I track top performing Nifty PSE stocks live?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks_of_2026_at_a_Glance\"><\/span><strong>3 Top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026 at a Glance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The table below summarises the top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026 with their current market price, exact 2026 return and 52 week range as of 20 July 2026.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Company<\/th>\n<th>NSE Symbol<\/th>\n<th>CMP (Rs)<\/th>\n<th>2026 Return<\/th>\n<th>52W High (Rs)<\/th>\n<th>52W Low (Rs)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/bhel\/bharat-heavy-electricals-ltd-share-price-today\">BHEL<\/a><\/td>\n<td>BHEL<\/td>\n<td>417.90<\/td>\n<td>45.4%<\/td>\n<td>446.50<\/td>\n<td>205.12<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/pfc\/power-finance-corporation-ltd-share-price-today\">Power Finance Corporation<\/a><\/td>\n<td>PFC<\/td>\n<td>410.15<\/td>\n<td>15.4%<\/td>\n<td>486.50<\/td>\n<td>329.90<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/sail\/steel-authority-of-india-ltd-share-price-today\">SAIL<\/a><\/td>\n<td>SAIL<\/td>\n<td>163.21<\/td>\n<td>11.0%<\/td>\n<td>209.70<\/td>\n<td>118.10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_BHEL_Leader_Among_Top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks\"><\/span><strong>1. BHEL: Leader Among Top performing Nifty PSE stocks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>BHEL has gained 45.4 percent in 2026 so far, moving from a closing price of Rs 287.45 at the end of December 2025 to Rs 417.90 as of 20 July 2026. The stock has a 52 week range of Rs 205.12 to Rs 446.50, which means it trades about 104 percent above its 52 week low and roughly 6 percent below its 52 week high.<\/p>\n<p>On the fundamental side, a revival in thermal and nuclear power capex along with a swelling order book turned the stock around sharply. Investors tracking this name should follow quarterly results closely to judge whether the momentum can sustain.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Power_Finance_Corporation_A_Consistent_Outperformer_of_2026\"><\/span><strong>2. Power Finance Corporation: A Consistent Outperformer of 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Power Finance Corporation has gained 15.4 percent in 2026 so far, moving from a closing price of Rs 355.40 at the end of December 2025 to Rs 410.15 as of 20 July 2026. The stock has a 52 week range of Rs 329.90 to Rs 486.50, which means it trades about 24 percent above its 52 week low and roughly 16 percent below its 52 week high.<\/p>\n<p>On the fundamental side, strong power sector loan growth and healthy dividends kept investors interested in the NBFC. That mix of performance and visibility is exactly why the stock features among the top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_SAIL_Completing_the_List_of_Top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks\"><\/span><strong>3. SAIL: Completing the List of Top performing Nifty PSE stocks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>SAIL has gained 11.0 percent in 2026 so far, moving from a closing price of Rs 146.99 at the end of December 2025 to Rs 163.21 as of 20 July 2026. The stock has a 52 week range of Rs 118.10 to Rs 209.70, which means it trades about 38 percent above its 52 week low and roughly 22 percent below its 52 week high.<\/p>\n<p>On the fundamental side, hopes of a steel demand recovery and government capex support lifted the PSU steelmaker. Investors tracking this name should follow quarterly results closely to judge whether the momentum can sustain.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 24px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/sebi-registered-investment-advisor-india\"><strong>Talk to a SEBI-Registered Investment Advisor at Univest<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_These_Top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks_Rallied_in_2026\"><\/span><strong>Why These Top performing Nifty PSE stocks Rallied in 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Two common threads run through these top performing Nifty PSE stocks. First, each name delivered earnings or order book growth that stood out within the index, giving investors visibility in an otherwise choppy market. Second, each rode a structural theme with a long runway rather than a one off news spike.<\/p>\n<p>Policy support amplified the moves. Government spending on infrastructure, capital markets reforms, Make in India manufacturing and the electric mobility transition created multi year demand for the businesses behind the top performing Nifty PSE stocks of this year.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risks_of_Chasing_Top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks_Now\"><\/span><strong>Risks of Chasing Top performing Nifty PSE stocks Now<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Valuation is the biggest risk in top performing Nifty PSE stocks after a strong run. Winners attract momentum money, and any earnings miss or slowdown in order inflows can trigger sharp corrections from elevated levels.<\/p>\n<p>Liquidity and volatility also matter. Stocks that rise fast can fall just as fast when sentiment turns, and exit doors narrow quickly in weaker names. Keeping a stop loss discipline and reviewing the thesis every quarter protects capital far better than hope.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Spot_the_Next_Top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks\"><\/span><strong>How to Spot the Next Top performing Nifty PSE stocks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Screening for the next set of top performing Nifty PSE stocks starts with earnings growth. Look for companies where profits are compounding faster than the sector, order books are expanding and return ratios are improving year after year.<\/p>\n<p>Next, respect valuations and balance sheets. Reasonable debt, honest management and a price that has not already discounted a decade of growth give future top performing Nifty PSE stocks room to run. A disciplined checklist beats chasing price charts.<\/p>\n<p>A quick note on method. All 2026 returns in this article are calculated from the official closing prices of 31 December 2025 to the market price on 20 July 2026, and index membership is taken as per the latest available NSE composition. A multibagger is a stock that has delivered more than 100 percent returns over the period, while outperformers are names that have beaten the broader market without doubling yet.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 24px;\"><em>Download the <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/in\/app\/univest-stocks-investment\/id6443753518\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest iOS App<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.univest.capp&amp;hl=en_IN\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest Android App<\/a> to track BHEL, Power Finance Corporation and SAIL live and get research backed stock ideas.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>BHEL, Power Finance Corporation and SAIL stand out among the top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026, with gains of up to 45.4 percent in a year that has been choppy for the broader market. Their moves were built on earnings delivery and durable themes rather than pure speculation.<\/p>\n<p>Investors hunting for the best stocks to buy from this list should study fundamentals, diversify across themes and consult a SEBI registered investment advisor before taking fresh positions in these top performing Nifty PSE stocks.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #CC0000; border-radius: 8px; padding: 16px 20px; margin: 24px 0;\">\n<p style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.7; margin: 0;\"><strong style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Disclaimer:<\/strong> Data and figures in this article are sourced from publicly available information. These may or may not be accurate. Please verify all data with the official NSE (nseindia.com) and BSE (bseindia.com) websites before making any investment decision. Investments in securities are subject to market risk. This content is for educational purposes only and is not investment advice by Univest (SEBI RA INH000013776).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_Top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks_of_2026\"><\/span><strong>FAQs on Top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_are_the_top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks_of_2026\"><\/span><strong>Which are the top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> The top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026 covered in this article are BHEL, Power Finance Corporation and SAIL, with year to date gains of 45.4 percent, 15.4 percent and 11.0 percent respectively as of 20 July 2026. All returns are calculated from the closing prices of 31 December 2025.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_has_BHEL_share_price_gained_in_2026\"><\/span><strong>How much has BHEL share price gained in 2026?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> BHEL share price has moved 45.4 percent in 2026 so far, from Rs 287.45 at the end of December 2025 to Rs 417.90 as of 20 July 2026. The stock has a 52 week high of Rs 446.50 and a 52 week low of Rs 205.12.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Nifty_PSE_index\"><\/span><strong>What is the Nifty PSE index?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> The Nifty PSE index is an NSE index that tracks a defined basket of listed companies and is widely used to benchmark that segment of the Indian stock market. Investors follow the index and its top constituents to understand where wealth is being created within the segment.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_safe_to_buy_top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks_after_a_big_rally\"><\/span><strong>Is it safe to buy top performing Nifty PSE stocks after a big rally?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Buying top performing Nifty PSE stocks after a steep rally carries valuation risk, as winners often trade at a premium to their history and peers. Investors should evaluate earnings growth, order books and valuations carefully, stagger their entries and consult a SEBI registered investment advisor before investing.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_52_week_high_and_low_of_Power_Finance_Corporation\"><\/span><strong>What is the 52 week high and low of Power Finance Corporation?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Power Finance Corporation has a 52 week high of Rs 486.50 and a 52 week low of Rs 329.90. The stock trades at Rs 410.15 as of 20 July 2026 after moving 15.4 percent so far in 2026.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_did_SAIL_perform_well_in_2026\"><\/span><strong>Why did SAIL perform well in 2026?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> SAIL gained 11.0 percent in 2026 as hopes of a steel demand recovery and government capex support lifted the PSU steelmaker. The stock trades at Rs 163.21 as of 20 July 2026 within a 52 week range of Rs 118.10 to Rs 209.70.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_I_track_top_performing_Nifty_PSE_stocks_live\"><\/span><strong>Where can I track top performing Nifty PSE stocks live?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> You can track top performing Nifty PSE stocks live on the Univest app and website, which provide real time prices, charts, fundamentals and research backed trade ideas from SEBI registered research analysts. The NSE and BSE websites also publish official price data for all listed stocks.<\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-schema\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Which are the top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The top performing Nifty PSE stocks of 2026 covered in this article are BHEL, Power Finance Corporation and SAIL, with year to date gains of 45.4 percent, 15.4 percent and 11.0 percent respectively as of 20 July 2026. All returns are calculated from the closing prices of 31 December 2025.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much has BHEL share price gained in 2026?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"BHEL share price has moved 45.4 percent in 2026 so far, from Rs 287.45 at the end of December 2025 to Rs 417.90 as of 20 July 2026. 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