Most Active Equities Today, July 20, 2026: PC Jeweller, Vodafone Idea, Yes Bank Among Most Traded Stocks on Monday  

Mumbai, July 20: Trading activity stayed elevated on the NSE throughout Monday, July 20, 2026, with investors actively rotating between banking, consumer, PSU and small-cap stocks. By the 4:00 PM IST closing bell, PC Jeweller, Vodafone Idea and Yes Bank topped the list of the most active equities by trading volume, while stocks such as Punjab National Bank (PNB), BEPL and Mrs. Bectors Food also witnessed heavy participation.  

The session reflected a mix of aggressive buying and profit booking, highlighting that investors remained focused on stock-specific opportunities as the June-quarter earnings season gathered pace.  

Market Highlights  

• PC Jeweller remained the most actively traded stock on the NSE, with nearly 38 crore shares changing hands during the session.
• Vodafone Idea and Yes Bank continued to attract heavy trading volumes, reflecting sustained retail participation.
• Punjab National Bank gained 5.61%, combining strong price performance with exceptionally high trading activity.
• BEPL and Mrs. Bectors Food rallied more than 12% and 11%, respectively, emerging among the day’s standout performers.
• HDFC Bank featured among the most active counters but ended over 5% lower, making it one of the biggest drags on the benchmark index.
• Activity also remained strong in JP Power, Cupid and GTL Infrastructure, indicating broad participation across sectors.

Why Most Active Equities Matter  

The list of most active equities highlights where investors and traders are concentrating their attention. A surge in trading volumes can be driven by earnings announcements, corporate developments, institutional activity or changing market sentiment. While high volumes alone do not indicate the future direction of a stock, they often signal heightened interest and improved liquidity.  

Conclusion  

By market close, PC Jeweller, Vodafone Idea and Yes Bank remained the busiest stocks on the NSE by trading volume. At the same time, Punjab National Bank, BEPL and Mrs. Bectors Food combined strong trading activity with impressive gains, while HDFC Bank witnessed heavy selling despite substantial volumes. As the earnings season continues, investors are likely to keep a close eye on trading volumes, as they often provide an early indication of changing market sentiment and emerging stock-specific opportunities. 

Source:

• https://www.nseindia.com/market-data/most-active-equities