The majority of PSU stocks are trading positive so far in FY26, signaling renewed investor confidence. The BSE PSU Index has posted an impressive 6.1% gain, slightly outpacing the benchmark Sensex, which rose 5.8% during the same period.Out of 62 listed PSU stocks on the BSE, 47 have delivered positive returns so far this fiscal. Notably, 31 of these winners have clocked in double-digit gains, signaling strong investor interest in the government-backed sector. Topping the charts are 11 PSU stocks that have surged over 25%, with one turning multibagger, and another close to doubling investors’ money. These standout performers reflect renewed market confidence in the PSU space, often seen as a barometer of the broader economy.However, it hasn’t been a smooth ride for all. On the flip side, five PSU stocks have seen a sharp decline of over 10%, including names like General Insurance Corporation of India, REC, Central Bank of India, UCO Bank, and Punjab & Sind Bank. Despite these laggards, the overall sentiment around PSUs remains upbeat, buoyed by ongoing government reforms and sectoral tailwinds (Data Source: ACE Equity).
