Bharti Airtel, RIL, and Infosys Lead as Top Picks for Over 600 Mutual Funds in April 2026

In April 2026, Bharti Airtel, Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), and Infosys were among the top picks for mutual fund managers, with over 600 schemes investing in these prominent stocks. 

Mutual Fund Interests in Prominent Stocks 

Topping the list is HDFC Bank, owned by 751 funds, holding 205 crore shares worth ₹2.60 lakh crore. This preference reflects investor confidence in the banking sector. 

ICICI Bank followed closely, with 729 funds holding 377 crore shares valued at ₹2.91 lakh crore. SBI was held by 708 funds, with 125 crore shares worth ₹1.34 lakh crore, indicating strong investor interest in banking stocks. 

Bharti Airtel's Market Presence 

With 697 mutual fund schemes holding shares, Bharti Airtel represented a significant choice for fund managers. With 74.15 crore shares worth ₹1.39 lakh crore, the telecommunications giant remains a preferred investment. 

RIL and Other Major Holdings 

RIL was held by 663 funds with 130 crore shares, valued at ₹1.86 lakh crore. Axis Bank attracted 648 funds, holding 102.66 crore shares valued at ₹1.29 lakh crore. 

Infosys' Strong Investment Appeal 

Infosys drew interest from 631 mutual fund schemes, holding 90.87 crore shares worth ₹1.07 lakh crore. This highlights the IT sector’s appeal to fund managers. 

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Investment in L&T 

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) attracted 610 funds, with 28.16 crore shares worth ₹1.13 lakh crore in fund portfolios, showcasing continued interest in engineering and construction giants. 

Conclusion 

The mutual fund arena in April 2026 saw heavy investments in sectors such as banking, telecommunications, and IT. Companies like Bharti Airtel, RIL, and Infosys are at the forefront of mutual fund investments, reflecting their dominant market positions. 

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