Top stocks to buy: Stock recommendations for February 23, 2026 week - check list
Times of India
by TOI BUSINESS DESKFebruary 23, 2026
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Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd has highlighted Max Financial and Delhivery as top stocks to buy for the week starting February 23, 2026. These recommendations are driven by strong financial performance and growth prospects in their respective sectors. Max Financial stands out due to its robust expansion in Annualized Premium Equivalent (APE) and sustained Value of New Business (VNB) margin improvement. Delhivery's strategic acquisition of Ecom Express has bolstered its logistics network, enhancing its market position.
Max Financial Services continues to demonstrate impressive growth with double-digit increases in APE and VNB margins exceeding 24%. This success is attributed to a favorable product mix shift towards higher-margin protection and non-participating savings products. The company's diversified distribution channels, including proprietary, bancassurance, and digital platforms, contribute to its sustained momentum. Additionally, improving agency productivity and strong partnerships with non-Axis banks further strengthen Max Financial's position in the life insurance sector.
Delhivery has significantly expanded its network reach through the acquisition of Ecom Express, enabling it to gain market share
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Originally published on Times of India on 2/23/2026