The top three best-performing small-cap mutual fund schemes in calendar year 2026, all of which gave at least a 23% return, have an overlap of five stocks: Acutaas Chemicals, Anand Rathi Wealth, Sky Gold and Diamonds, Syrma SGS Technology and TD Power Systems.
Bank of India Small Cap Fund gained 27% in 2026, followed by Samco Small Cap Fund and TrustMF Small Cap Fund at 24%. The overlap, however, does not mean the funds have identical portfolios. Their exposure to these stocks varies, but the presence of the same five names points to a shared preference for industrial growth, capital markets, manufacturing and domestic investment themes.
