The Economic Times

Top sectors in 2026: Pharma and metals race ahead in 2026 so far - check which indices led long-term returns

Metals, real estate, and energy sectors have demonstrated leading long-term investment returns. This TrendMap edition reviews the yearly performance of nine key NSE Sector indices spanning ten years, with insights derived from compounded average returns. The data analysed is based on ACE MF as of August 18, 2026, highlighting the trends in domestic market sector performance. By Sameer Bhardwaj.