In 2025, several Nifty 50 companies, including Shriram Finance, Maruti Suzuki, Eicher Motors, Hindalco, and Tata Steel, significantly outperformed the index, delivering returns up to 72%. The Nifty 50 itself saw a 10.5% surge, marking its tenth consecutive year of gains and reaching a new record peak. This performance contrasted with mid-cap and small-cap stocks, which struggled, indicating a shift in investor sentiment towards blue-chip companies due to rich valuations and EPS cuts in smaller segments.