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Alpha leads factor indices as defensives lag in 2026

Welcome to TrendMap, your guide to the performance of different investment segments. In this edition, we present a 10-year performance tracker of factor-based investment strategies. The annual returns are ranked for 6 key NSE Factor indices, with a broad-based index, Nifty 500, thrown in for comparison. This map shows that no single-factor strategy consistently outperforms, making a strong case for diversification.By Sameer Bhardwaj.

28 Sep 2026 6:30 am