Whirlpool, Mphasis and 4 Other Stocks in Which HDFC Mutual Fund Increased Its Stake in Q3

Synopsis: Whirlpool of India, Mphasis, Timken India, Alkem Laboratories, Akzo Nobel India, and Sona BLW Precision Forgings came into focus after HDFC Group funds increased their stake in these stocks during Q3 FY26.

Six stocks came into focus in Q3 FY26 after HDFC Group funds increased their shareholding, reflecting renewed confidence in select companies. The stake hikes were seen across large-cap and sector-specific names, indicating a strategic portfolio reshuffle by the fund house. Such moves by a leading institutional investor often draw market attention, as they can signal long-term growth potential and a positive outlook on the chosen stocks. Here are the stocks in which the HDFC Group fund has increased its stake in Q3 FY26:

Whirlpool of India Limited

With a market capitalization of Rs. 10,048.88 crore, the shares of Whirlpool of India Limited were currently trading at Rs. 792.05 per equity share, down nearly 1.27 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 802.20. 

In December 2025, Whirlpool of India Limited had a majority stake held by the promoters at 39.76 percent, foreign institutional investors at 11.89 percent, domestic institutional investors at 35.55 percent, and the public at 12.79 percent.

HDFC Group has increased its stake in Whirlpool of India Limited from 1.1 percent in September 2025 to a 3.1 percent stake in December 2025, an increase of 2 percent. This investment had a holding value of Rs. 312.3 crore and consisted of 39.33 lakh shares.

Whirlpool of India Limited was established in 1960 and is a leading home appliances company. It manufactures and sells refrigerators, washing machines, air conditioners, microwave ovens, and small appliances, serving Indian households through strong manufacturing capabilities and a wide nationwide distribution network.

Mphasis Limited 

With a market capitalization of Rs. 54,787.09 crore, the shares of Mphasis Limited were currently trading at Rs. 2,875.10 per equity share, down nearly 0.41 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 2,886.80. 

In December 2025, Mphasis Limited had a majority stake held by the promoters at 30.59 percent, foreign institutional investors at 19.79 percent, domestic institutional investors at 45.26 percent, and the public at 4.36 percent.

HDFC Group has increased its stake in Mphasis Limited from 4.8 percent in September 2025 to a 6.6 percent stake in December 2025, an increase of 1.8 percent. This investment had a holding value of Rs. 3,618.8 crore and consisted of 1.25 crore shares.

Mphasis Limited was founded in 1992 and is an IT services and solutions provider. The company focuses on cloud, cognitive services, application development, infrastructure services, and digital transformation, catering mainly to banking, financial services, insurance, and technology clients globally.

Timken India Limited

With a market capitalization of Rs. 22,552.46 crore, the shares of Timken India Limited were currently trading at Rs. 2,998.25 per equity share, rising nearly 0.01 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 2,997.85. 

In December 2025, Timken India Limited had a majority stake held by the promoters at 51.05 percent, foreign institutional investors at 6.94 percent, domestic institutional investors at 30.15 percent, and the public at 11.85 percent.

HDFC Group has increased its stake in Timken India Limited from 7.8 percent in September 2025 to an 8.9 percent stake in December 2025, an increase of 1.1 percent. This investment had a holding value of Rs. 1,983.1 crore and consisted of 66.66 lakh shares.

Timken India Limited was incorporated in 1987 and is part of the Timken Company group. It manufactures tapered roller bearings and provides power transmission products and engineering services, supporting industries such as automotive, railways, renewable energy, and heavy engineering.

Alkem Laboratories Limited

With a market capitalization of Rs. 68,450.96 crore, the shares of Alkem Laboratories Limited were currently trading at Rs. 5,725 per equity share, down nearly 1.89 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 5,835.20. 

In December 2025, Alkem Laboratories Limited had a majority stake held by the promoters at 51.20 percent, foreign institutional investors at 9.97 percent, domestic institutional investors at 21.54 percent, and the public at 17.30 percent.

HDFC Group has increased its stake in Alkem Laboratories Limited from 4.2 percent in September 2025 to a 5 percent stake in December 2025, an increase of 0.80 percent. This investment had a holding value of Rs. 3,468.4 crore and consisted of 60.23 lakh shares.

Alkem Laboratories Limited was established in 1973 and is a pharmaceutical company engaged in developing, manufacturing, and marketing branded generics, formulations, and APIs. It has a strong presence in India and international markets, focusing on chronic and acute therapeutic segments.

Akzo Nobel India Limited

With a market capitalization of Rs. 13,867.03 crore, the shares of Akzo Nobel India Limited were currently trading at Rs. 3,045 per equity share, down nearly 1.34 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 3,086.25. 

In December 2025, Akzo Nobel India Limited had a majority stake held by the promoters at 61.20 percent, foreign institutional investors at 8.66 percent, domestic institutional investors at 20.58 percent, and the public at 9.56 percent.

HDFC Group has increased its stake in Akzo Nobel India Limited from 2.7 percent in September 2025 to a 6.2 percent stake in December 2025, an increase of 3.5 percent. This investment had a holding value of Rs. 864.3 crore and consisted of 28.26 lakh shares.

Akzo Nobel India Limited was founded in 1954 and operates primarily in the paints and coatings industry. The company offers decorative paints and industrial coatings, serving automotive, infrastructure, and consumer markets under well-known global and local brands.

Sona BLW Precision Forgings Limited

With a market capitalization of Rs. 27,825.12 crore, the shares of Sona BLW Precision Forgings Limited were currently trading at Rs. 447.55 per equity share, down nearly 2.73 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 460.10. 

In December 2025, Sona BLW Precision Forgings Limited had a majority stake held by the promoters at 28.02 percent, foreign institutional investors at 23.89 percent, domestic institutional investors at 40.74 percent, and the public at 7.35 percent.

HDFC Group has increased its stake in Sona BLW Precision Forgings Limited from 3.9 percent in September 2025 to a 4.7 percent stake in December 2025, an increase of 0.8 percent. This investment had a holding value of Rs. 1,308.2 crore and consisted of 2.91 crore shares.

Sona BLW Precision Forgings Limited was established in 1995 and is an automotive component manufacturer. It designs and produces precision-forged and machined components for electric vehicles, passenger cars, and commercial vehicles, with a strong focus on mobility and electrification solutions.

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