In the past year, several stocks have demonstrated remarkable performance, showcasing significant returns for investors.
Apollo Micro Sys, operating in the Aerospace & Defense sector, has emerged as a standout with a return of 208.56%. This company is classified as a small-cap stock, indicating its market capitalization is relatively modest compared to larger firms.

Following closely is Timex Group, a player in the Gems, Jewellery and Watches sector, which achieved a return of 205.85%. Like Apollo Micro Sys, Timex Group is also categorized as a small-cap stock.

Gabriel India, involved in Auto Components & Equipments, reported a return of 188.91%. This company is similarly classified as small-cap, reflecting its position within the market.

Nidhi Granites, a micro-cap company in the Miscellaneous sector, has delivered a return of 182.0%. Its smaller market capitalization sets it apart from the other top performers.

Lastly, Shaily Engineer, operating in the Plastic Products - Industrial sector, has achieved a return of 163.23%. This company is also classified as small-cap, rounding out the list of high-performing stocks over the past year.

These stocks highlight the dynamic nature of the market and the potential for substantial returns across various sectors.