Synopsis:- A global institutional investor added two Indian stocks in Q3FY26, picking up 1.04% and 1.15% stakes worth over ₹800 crore combined. The picks show mixed near-term price performance but strong long-term returns, highlighting confidence in India’s structural growth and sectoral diversification.
Global investment giant Vanguard made a fresh investment in Q3FY26, signaling renewed confidence in India’s growth story. The move highlights Vanguard’s continued interest in quality domestic companies with strong fundamentals, steady earnings visibility, and long-term value creation potential amid a resilient market environment. As per the latest corporate shareholdings filed, Vanguard Fund publicly holds 42 stocks with a net worth of over Rs. 67,242.9 Cr. Here are the stocks in which Vanguard made fresh investments in Q3FY26:
GHCL Limited
GHCL Limited is a diversified Indian company with a strong presence in soda ash manufacturing and textiles. It is among India’s leading soda ash producers, serving glass, detergent, and chemical industries, while its textile business focuses on premium home furnishings with growing domestic and export reach.
With a market capitalisation of ₹5,312.79 crore, the stock is trading at ₹551.25, up 0.58% from the previous close. While long-term performance remains strong with 162.82% returns over five years, the past year has been challenging, as the share price declined 17.59%, reflecting recent volatility and sector headwinds.
Vanguard Fund made a fresh investment by acquiring 957,674 equity shares, which is equivalent to 1.04 percent of the company as of December 2025, valued at Rs 52.79 crore. The company’s revenue stood at Rs 721 crore in Q2FY26, during the same time frame, net profit stood at Rs 107 crore.
UPL Limited
UPL Limited is a global agrochemicals and crop protection company offering seeds, crop nutrition, and post-harvest solutions. With operations across 130+ countries, it focuses on sustainable agriculture, integrated farming solutions, and helping farmers improve productivity while reducing environmental impact.
With a market capitalisation of Rs 65,121.07 crore, the stock was trading at ₹772.20, down 0.26% from the previous close. Despite the marginal dip, it has delivered solid returns, gaining 45% over the past year and 17% in the last six months, reflecting sustained investor confidence and strong medium-term momentum.
Vanguard Fund made a fresh investment by acquiring 9,725,220 equity shares, which is equivalent to 1.15 percent of the company as of December 2025, valued at Rs 749 crore. The company’s revenue stood at Rs 12,019 crore in Q2FY26, during the same time frame, net profit stood at Rs 612 crore.
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