2025 ended on a tough note for Indian investors, with most stocks flat or down, but a couple of names delivered big gains.
Year‑End Market Snapshot
From Christmas 2024 to Christmas 2025, the Nifty 50 index rose about 10%, while the broader Nifty 500 added roughly 6.5%. Despite this, 270 stocks in the Nifty 500 fell over the year, and only two managed to double investors’ money.
Only Two Multibagger Winners
Data shows that only Force Motors and L&T Finance crossed the 100% return mark.
- Force Motors – Shares jumped 176% from ₹6,657 on Dec 24 2024 to around ₹18,365. The company’s profit rose to ₹350 crore in the September 2025 quarter, more than double the ₹141 crore a year earlier. Revenue grew 8% to ₹2,106 crore. Foreign institutional investors increased their stake to 10.3%.
- L&T Finance – Stock price rose 119% to about ₹303, up from ₹139 a year ago. Mutual funds lifted their holding to 10.5% from 7.4% over the year, while foreign investors stayed around 6.5%.
Other Top Gainers
Several stocks posted strong gains, though not enough to be called multibaggers.
- Laurus Labs – +91%
- RBL Bank – +87%
- Muthoot Finance – +87%
- MCX, Shriram Finance, Nykaa, Mannapuram Finance, Vodafone Idea, Maruti Suzuki – all posted double‑digit rises.
Key Takeaways for Retail Investors
- Most large‑cap stocks struggled; only a tiny fraction delivered big returns.
- Strong institutional interest (FII, mutual funds) can signal confidence, as seen with Force Motors.
- Diversifying across sectors may help navigate a choppy market.
Disclaimer
This article is for educational purposes only. It is not investment advice. Always do your own research or consult a qualified advisor before making any financial decisions.