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Bank of India Mutual Fund To Launch Bank of India Consumption Fund

Updated on: Nov 27, 2024, 3:04 PM IST
The Bank of India Consumption Fund, an open-ended thematic equity scheme, focuses on India's booming consumption sector, with an NFO price of Rs 10/unit.
Bank of India Mutual Fund To Launch Bank of India Consumption Fund
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The Bank of India Mutual Fund has launched its latest thematic offering, the Bank of India Consumption Fund. As an open-ended equity scheme, this fund targets investments in companies driving consumption and its allied sectors. By focusing on this rich sector, the fund aims to tap into India’s evolving consumer landscape, which seems ready for long-term growth.

Key Details

  • Type of Fund: Thematic, equity-oriented
  • Objective: Long-term capital appreciation via active management of equity and related securities in the consumption sector.
  • Benchmark: Nifty India Consumption TRI
  • Initial Price: Rs 10 per unit during the New Fund Offer (NFO) period.
  • Minimum Investment: Rs 5,000 and multiples of Re 1 thereafter.

Sectoral Opportunity

The consumption sector is seeing a boom due to increased urbanization, rising disposable incomes, and a shift toward organized markets. From consumer goods and healthcare to automotive and media, the fund’s diversified portfolio shows a broad consumption spectrum. The benchmark, Nifty India Consumption TRI, includes companies from key growth-driven industries like telecom, hospitality, and pharmaceuticals.

Investment Strategy

Adopting a bottom-up approach, the fund manager will focus on identifying businesses with strong management, growth prospects, and intrinsic value. While 80-100% of the corpus will target companies in the consumption theme, up to 20% can be allocated to other equity instruments or debt and money market securities for diversification.

Risk & Returns

This high-risk equity fund aligns with investors looking for long-term gains from India’s consumption growth opportunity. However, as with any equity-centric scheme, the returns will mirror market fluctuations.

The Bank of India Consumption Fund seems promising for investors aiming to benefit from India’s growing consumption trends. With diversification and a clear thematic focus, this fund aligns well with long-term wealth-building goals. As always, potential investors should consult financial advisors to ensure the scheme matches their risk appetite and investment horizon.

Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. It is based on several secondary sources on the internet and is subject to changes. Please consult an expert before making related decisions.

Published on: Nov 27, 2024, 3:04 PM IST

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