Which Stocks Did Mutual Funds Buy and Sell the Most in May 2026?
Why Mutual Fund Activity Matters
Mutual funds manage trillions of rupees on behalf of retail and institutional investors. Their portfolio changes often provide valuable clues about emerging investment themes, sector preferences and long-term market conviction.
While investors should never buy or sell solely based on mutual fund activity, tracking institutional flows can help identify sectors attracting professional money.
The latest May 2026 data highlights a strong preference for banking, consumption, financial services and energy-related businesses.
Top Large-Cap Stocks Bought by Mutual Funds
| Company | Theme |
|---|---|
| ICICI Bank | Private Banking |
| HDFC Bank | Private Banking |
| Adani Enterprises | Infrastructure & Energy |
| Reliance Industries | Energy & Consumer |
| Eternal | Digital Consumption |
The buying pattern suggests institutional confidence in India's consumption story, financial sector growth and infrastructure-led expansion.
Top Mid-Cap Stocks Bought by Mutual Funds
| Company | Sector |
|---|---|
| Lenskart | Consumer Retail |
| Billionbrains (Groww) | Fintech |
| JSW Energy | Power & Renewables |
| PB Fintech | Insurance Technology |
| Indus Towers | Telecom Infrastructure |
Top Small-Cap Stocks Bought by Mutual Funds
| Company | Sector |
|---|---|
| Gujarat Gas | City Gas Distribution |
| Indraprastha Gas | City Gas Distribution |
| Sona BLW Precision Forgings | Auto Components |
| Pine Labs | Payments Technology |
| Bandhan Bank | Banking |
The purchases indicate growing interest in gas distribution, financial inclusion and digital payment infrastructure.
Which Stocks Saw the Biggest Mutual Fund Selling?
Large Caps
✅ Infosys
✅ Vedanta
✅ Bank of Baroda
✅ SBI
✅ Polycab India
Mid Caps
✅ GE Vernova T&D
✅ BSE Ltd
✅ Hitachi Energy
✅ Oracle Financial Services
✅ SAIL
Small Caps
✅ MTAR Technologies
✅ Cohance Lifesciences
✅ Great Eastern Shipping
✅ E2E Networks
✅ CEAT
Many of these sales may reflect portfolio rebalancing, profit booking or valuation considerations rather than a negative outlook on the underlying businesses.
What Themes Are Emerging?
✅ Private sector banks continue attracting institutional capital.
✅ Digital consumption and fintech remain preferred themes.
✅ Energy transition and power infrastructure remain in focus.
✅ Gas distribution is gaining institutional interest.
✅ Select IT and PSU names witnessed profit booking.
✅ Financial services remain among the strongest accumulation sectors.
Investor Takeaway
Mutual fund activity during May 2026 reveals a clear preference for banking, financial services, digital platforms, energy and consumption-linked businesses. The strongest buying emerged in ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries, Adani Enterprises and Eternal, while selective profit booking was visible in technology, PSU and industrial stocks. Investors should view these flows as one indicator among many and combine them with earnings growth, valuations and business fundamentals before making investment decisions. Read more market insights at Indian-Share-Tips.com, which is a SEBI Registered Advisory Services.
SEBI Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Readers must perform their own due diligence and consult a registered investment advisor before making any investment decisions. The views expressed are general in nature and may not suit individual investment objectives or financial situations.
