Indian equities underperformed in FY26 due to global headwinds, FII outflows, and limited exposure to the AI boom, despite improving domestic earnings and policy support. Motilal Oswal expects FY27 to benefit from delayed effects of fiscal and monetary stimulus, narrower valuations, and a favorable base. Key stock picks include Bharti Airtel, SBI, ICICI Bank, M&M, Titan, and Infosys.