10 quality stocks that could turn Rs 10 lakh to Rs 1.8 crore

10 quality stocks now available at bargain prices

The recent crash has created once-in-a-lifetime investment opportunities. Find out how you can spot the best ones.

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The Indian stock market is experiencing one of its sharpest corrections in years. The Sensex is down 14 per cent from its peak, mid caps have fallen 21 per cent, and small caps have plunged 23 per cent. Everywhere you look, portfolios are turning red, and uncertainty is gripping investors. Every time you check your investments, the same thoughts may be running through your mind: Should I sell before it gets worse? What if this is just the beginning? What if the market never recovers?

These are valid concerns, and millions of investors are thinking the same way. But history has repeatedly shown that moments of extreme fear often present the best investing opportunities. Market downturns do not last forever, but the gains made during these times can last for decades.

What happens after every market crash? A strong recovery

Every market crash has followed the same pattern—panic, sell-offs, and eventually, a recovery. The infographic titled Falling off the peak shows how long it took the Sensex to recover every time it fell more than 20 per cent and how much your wealth would have grown had you invested in Sensex in those crashes and held it till date.

The market is down--This rare opportunity won't last

The key difference is that some investors take advantage of the downturn, while others let fear hold them back.

Imagine if, instead of just buying the Sensex, you had built an entire portfolio of the best quality companies during that period.

We ran the numbers to see exactly how that would have played out.

To define quality, we only considered companies with a market cap of at least ₹500 crore in 2008. We also filtered for companies that consistently delivered a return on equity (ROE) of over 20 per cent every year for the five years leading up to 2008 — a clear sign of sustained profitability and strong management.

Then, we shortlisted the top 10 companies based on their average ROE over the five years.

We ran the numbers, and if you had invested ₹1 lakh in each of ten such companies in October 2008, your ₹10 lakh portfolio would have grown to ₹1.8 crore by FY24. That's an 18x return over 15 years—simply by buying strong companies when the market was down and holding them for the long run.

Why this market crash is a rare buying opportunity

The current market correction is providing a similar opportunity. Stock prices are falling, not necessarily because of poor fundamentals, but due to overall market sentiment. The sharp decline has pushed even high-quality companies to attractive valuations.

Over time, markets have always rebounded. The 2008 crisis was followed by a massive bull run. The COVID-19 crash in 2020 was followed by a record rally. And now, in 2025, the market is again presenting investors with a chance to buy great businesses at discounted prices. The question is—will you take advantage of it?

The Long-term growth portfolio: 10 stocks, one opportunity

At Value Research Stock Advisor, we understand that identifying the best opportunities during a downturn can be challenging. That's why we created the Long-Term Growth Portfolio—a carefully selected collection of ten fundamentally strong stocks that are now available at some of their most attractive valuations in years.

This portfolio includes a mix of companies across different sectors, each chosen for their long-term growth potential. These stocks are not speculative bets; they have been filtered through a rigorous selection process to ensure strong business fundamentals, steady earnings growth, and resilience in challenging times.

Among the portfolio's holdings, you'll find:

A leading private bank that is trading at historically low valuations, positioning it for a strong recovery.
A fast-growing energy exchange poised to benefit from India's evolving power landscape.
An NBFC powerhouse that is set to capitalise on rising gold prices.

And that's just a glimpse. The portfolio is designed to provide a balanced mix of opportunities that can weather volatility and deliver substantial long-term returns.

How to invest before it's too late

Nobody can predict the exact market bottom, and waiting for it often leads to missed opportunities. The best strategy is to invest systematically and take advantage of falling prices while they last.

One of the most effective ways to do this is through Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs). Investing a fixed amount every month helps you accumulate stocks at lower prices, reduce the risk of market timing, and ensure disciplined investing.

Alternatively, if you have surplus cash, a lump sum investment now can lock in great opportunities at today's prices. But we would still suggest distributing that investment over several months depending on how long it took you to save that amount.

Following a well-researched portfolio like the Long-Term Growth Portfolio ensures that you are investing in the best opportunities available, without having to worry about constantly analysing individual stocks.