Nifty Total Market Index Funds offer investors a unique opportunity to gain exposure to the entire Indian stock market across various segments. By tracking 750 stocks, including large, mid, small, and micro-cap stocks, these funds provide comprehensive diversification. With coverage of approximately 96% of the market capitalisation on the NSE, they ensure broad market participation …
A New Fund Offer (NFO) is the initial subscription period for a newly launched mutual fund, allowing investors to buy units at the base price before they get listed. Several NFOs are set to launch starting February 17, 2025, offering fresh investment opportunities across equity, debt, and hybrid categories. However, like any investment, NFOs come …
Mid-cap mutual funds have gained popularity for their potential to deliver higher returns by investing in companies poised for significant growth. Over the past 5 years, several mid-cap funds have delivered impressive returns of over 25% per annum, helping investors triple their wealth. Top 3 Mid-Cap Mutual Funds Based on 5-Year Annualised Returns Here, we …
Mutual funds strategically manage their cash holdings based on market conditions, liquidity needs, and investor inflows and outflows. By January 2025, 5 major mutual funds held over ₹15,000 crore in cash within their portfolios. While the overall cash allocation increased from 5.17% in December to 5.32% in January, the absolute cash holdings saw a marginal …
In January 2025, Gold Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) played a pivotal role in revitalising passive funds, leading to a significant surge in inflows. This growth not only contributed to a sharp increase in Assets Under Management (AUM) but also resulted in a notable rise in folio growth. As investors sought safer havens amid market volatility, Gold ETFs emerged …
Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) have become a preferred investment choice for many Indian investors, with ETFs in India managing over ₹5 lakh crore in assets as of 2024. The SBI Nifty 50 ETF alone holds ₹1.89 lakh crore, making it the largest ETF in the country. While most popular ETFs track the Nifty 50 or …
Bandhan Mutual Fund has introduced the Bandhan CRISIL-IBX Financial Services 3-6 Months Debt Index Fund, an open-ended index fund that tracks the CRISIL-IBX Financial Services 3-6 Months Debt Index. The fund aims to deliver returns in line with the benchmark by investing in short-term financial instruments while keeping interest rates and credit risk relatively low. …
ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund has filed a draft for the ICICI Prudential Active Momentum Fund, an open-ended equity scheme that follows a momentum-based investing strategy. The fund aims to invest in equity and equity-related instruments of companies exhibiting momentum factors. Investment Allocation The scheme’s allocation will be: 80-100% in equity and equity-related instruments reflecting momentum …
The Nifty Total Market Index Funds offer investors a broad-based approach to the Indian stock market by tracking the Nifty Total Market Index, which represents 750 stocks across large-cap, mid-cap, small-cap, and microcap segments through a single index. This index includes all stocks from the Nifty 500 Index and the Nifty Microcap 250 Index, with …
India’s mutual fund industry saw robust inflows in January 2025, with assets under management (AUM) reaching ₹67.25 lakh crore. The month experienced significant inflows across various market caps, with midcap funds attracting ₹5,148 crore and small-cap funds drawing ₹5,721 crore, highlighting investor confidence in these segments. SIP Contribution in January 2025 SIPs, which are automated …
