10 Worst-Performing Nifty 50 Stocks With Negative Returns of Up to 40% YTD; Do You Hold Any?
Nifty 50 represents some of India’s largest and most closely tracked companies, but not every constituent has delivered positive returns during the period under review. Several stocks have faced pressure due to factors such as earnings performance, sector-specific challenges, changing market sentiment, and broader economic conditions. As a result, some Nifty 50 constituents have recorded significant declines, with losses extending to as much as 40 percent.
In this article, we look at the 10 worst-performing Nifty 50 stocks based on their negative returns during 2026. The list highlights the companies that have witnessed the steepest declines and provides a brief overview of their businesses and recent performance. Investors should consider that past returns do not indicate future performance. Here are a few worst-performing Nifty 50 stocks with negative returns of up to 40%
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 1,04,667.78 crore, the shares of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited were currently trading at Rs. 284.20 per equity share, down nearly 2.10 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 290.30 per equity share.
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In the calendar year 2026, the stock has given a negative return of 22.62 percent. Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited has given a positive return of 40.93 percent in the last five years. The stock is currently down by 37.82 percent from the 52-week high of Rs. 457.04 per equity share.
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited (TMPVL) is an Indian automobile company focused on the passenger vehicle segment, offering cars and SUVs across multiple powertrain options. The company has a diversified portfolio covering petrol, diesel, CNG and electric vehicles, with products positioned across different customer segments.
Infosys Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 4,03,388.31 crore, the shares of Infosys Limited were currently trading at Rs. 993.75 per equity share, down nearly 0.72 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 1,000.95 per equity share.
In the calendar year 2026, the stock has given a negative return of 39.01 percent. Infosys Limited has also given a negative return of 40.31 percent in the last five years. The stock is currently down by 42.49 percent from the 52-week high of Rs. 1,727.85 per equity share.
Infosys Limited is a global technology services and consulting company providing digital transformation and technology solutions to businesses worldwide. Founded in 1981, the company has developed into a major Indian IT services provider with operations across multiple countries. Its offerings cover consulting, technology services, engineering, outsourcing, digital transformation, artificial intelligence, cloud and software platforms.
Wipro Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 1,60,365.93 crore, the shares of Wipro Limited were currently trading at Rs. 161.90 per equity share, down nearly 1.37 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 164.15 per equity share.
In the calendar year 2026, the stock has given a negative return of 39.45 percent. Wipro Limited has also given a negative return of 50 percent in the last five years. The stock is currently down by 40.72 percent from the 52-week high of Rs. 273.15 per equity share.
Wipro Limited is a global information technology, consulting and business process services company serving clients across industries and geographies. The company provides technology solutions focused on digital transformation, cloud, analytics, automation, artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies.
Tata Consultancy Services Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 7,46,465.73 crore, the shares of Tata Consultancy Services Limited were currently trading at Rs. 2,063.15 per equity share, down nearly 1 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 2,083.95 per equity share.
In the calendar year 2026, the stock has given a negative return of 36.08 percent. Tata Consultancy Services Limited has also given a negative return of 44.68 percent in the last five years. The stock is currently down by 38.16 percent from the 52-week high of Rs. 3,336.70 per equity share.
Tata Consultancy Services Limited (TCS) is a global IT services, consulting and business solutions company and part of the Tata Group. Established in 1968, TCS works with organisations across industries to provide technology-led solutions, digital transformation services and business support. Its capabilities span cloud, artificial intelligence, data and analytics, cybersecurity, consulting, engineering and enterprise technology.
ITC Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 3,34,126.24 crore, the shares of ITC Limited were currently trading at Rs. 266.65 per equity share, down nearly 0.87 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 269 per equity share.
In the calendar year 2026, the stock has given a negative return of 26.77 percent. ITC Limited has given a positive return of 13.26 percent in the last five years. The stock is currently down by 37.48 percent from the 52-week high of Rs. 426.50 per equity share.
ITC Limited is a diversified Indian conglomerate with businesses spanning fast-moving consumer goods, cigarettes, agri-business, paperboards and specialty papers, packaging and information technology. Established in 1910, the company has evolved from its original tobacco-focused operations into a multi-business enterprise with a broad portfolio of consumer brands.
HDFC Life Insurance Company Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 1,15,636.05 crore, the shares of HDFC Life Insurance Company Limited were currently trading at Rs. 532.25 per equity share, rising nearly 0.33 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 530.50 per equity share.
In the calendar year 2026, the stock has given a negative return of 29 percent. HDFC Life Insurance Company Limited has also given a negative return of 27.01 percent in the last five years. The stock is currently down by 32.50 percent from the 52-week high of Rs. 788.50 per equity share.
HDFC Life Insurance Company Limited is a leading Indian life insurance provider offering solutions across protection, pension, savings, investment, annuity and health-related needs. Established in 2000, the company serves individual and group customers through a diversified distribution network. Its product portfolio includes more than 60 products and optional riders designed to address different financial and insurance requirements.
Maruti Suzuki India Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 3,76,148.10 crore, the shares of Maruti Suzuki India Limited were currently trading at Rs. 11,963.90 per equity share, down nearly 0.89 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 12,071.00 per equity share.
In the calendar year 2026, the stock has given a negative return of 28.35 percent. Maruti Suzuki India Limited has given a positive return of 67.15 percent in the last five years. The stock is currently down by 31.13 percent from the 52-week high of Rs. 17,371.60 per equity share.
Maruti Suzuki India Limited is one of India's leading passenger vehicle manufacturers and a subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan. The company manufactures and sells passenger vehicles across multiple price points and customer segments. Its portfolio includes hatchbacks, sedans, SUVs, and other passenger vehicles, with products available through a broad sales and service network.
HCL Technologies Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 3,38,190.51 crore, the shares of HCL Technologies Limited were currently trading at Rs. 1,246.25 per equity share, down nearly 1.04 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 1,259.40 per equity share.
In the calendar year 2026, the stock has given a negative return of 23.76 percent. HCL Technologies Limited has also given a negative return of 2.23 percent in the last five years. The stock is currently down by 29.59 percent from the 52-week high of Rs. 1,770 per equity share.
HCL Technologies Limited, commonly known as HCLTech, is a global technology company providing IT services, engineering, cloud, digital and software solutions. The company serves clients across sectors including financial services, manufacturing, healthcare, technology, semiconductor, telecom, media, retail and public services. HCLTech has developed capabilities across artificial intelligence, engineering and R&D, cloud computing, enterprise technology and software products.
Jio Financial Services Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 1,47,712.28 crore, the shares of Jio Financial Services Limited were currently trading at Rs. 223.70 per equity share, down nearly 1.45 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 227 per equity share.
In the calendar year 2026, the stock has given a negative return of 24.37 percent. Jio Financial Services Limited is currently down by 29.35 percent from the 52-week high of Rs. 316.65 per equity share.
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Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL) is a digital-first financial services company focused on providing technology-enabled financial products and services to consumers and businesses in India. The company aims to build an integrated financial-services platform covering areas such as lending, payments, insurance, and investment-related solutions. JFSL's strategy is built around digital delivery, technology, data intelligence and customer-centric financial products.
HDFC Bank Limited
With a market capitalization of Rs. 11,13,317 crore, the shares of HDFC Bank Limited were currently trading at Rs. 722.15 per equity share, down nearly 1.85 percent from its previous day’s close price of Rs. 735.80 per equity share.
In the calendar year 2026, the stock has given a negative return of 27.15 percent. HDFC Bank Limited has also given a negative return of 8.76 percent in the last five years. The stock is currently down by 29.23 percent from the 52-week high of Rs. 1,020.35 per equity share.
HDFC Bank Limited is one of India's leading private-sector banks, offering a broad range of retail, commercial and corporate banking services. Established in 1994, the bank provides products including savings and current accounts, loans, credit cards, payments, wealth management and other financial services. Its business is divided broadly across retail banking, wholesale/corporate banking, commercial and rural banking, home loans and treasury operations.