From Volatility To Opportunity: What 2026 Holds For Indian Markets

After a volatile and uncertain 2025, Indian equity markets have managed to close the year with modest gains, setting the stage for an important turning point in 2026. Sharing his outlook, Kush Ghodasara, Managing Partner at Invest Value, says the coming days will be crucial in defining the Nifty’s trajectory, especially as the index once again trades near the 26,200–26,300 zone. He believes a decisive close above this level could open the path towards 28,000 in 2026. On stock-specific opportunities, Ghodasara remains bullish on the hospitality sector, citing strong travel demand and long-term growth prospects. He identifies Lemon Tree Hotels as a potential dark horse for 2026, recommending accumulation at current levels with a stop loss near 150 and an upside target of 250 and above, driven by its focus on the upper middle-class segment and expansion into premium offerings.