Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund has filed a draft for the Kotak Nifty Top 10 Equal Weight Index Fund, an open-ended index scheme that aims to replicate the Nifty Top 10 Equal Weight Index. The fund will invest in 10 stocks selected from the Nifty 50, ensuring equal allocation among them. Investment Strategy The fund seeks …
As individuals enter retirement, they often face reduced or no active income sources. However, expenses such as healthcare, daily living costs, and leisure activities continue to exist. A well-planned retirement corpus ensures financial independence and provides a stable income stream. One approach to achieving this is by leveraging a combination of a one-time investment and …
Investor sentiment in the equity mutual fund space weakened in February 2025, as per data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI). Net inflows in equity mutual funds stood at ₹29,303.34 crore, representing a 26.16% decline from January’s ₹39,687.78 crore. The decline in inflows aligns with global market uncertainties, concerns over the tariff …
The stock market has witnessed a notable correction from its September highs, erasing significant gains that mutual funds across categories had accumulated in the post-pandemic period. Benchmark indices such as the Sensex and Nifty have seen a double-digit decline from their peaks, affecting short-term returns across equity mutual funds. This downturn has made selecting the …
Equity Linked Savings Schemes (ELSS) continue to be a preferred choice for investors seeking tax benefits under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act while aiming for long-term capital appreciation. The following ELSS funds have been ranked based on their 3-year returns, with alpha values indicating the fund’s ability to outperform its benchmark. Name AUM …
Samco Mutual Fund has recently filed the draft scheme information deed (SID) for floating a new fund offer (NFO) for Samco Large & Mid Cap Fund. An open-ended equity scheme predominantly investing in large-cap and mid-cap stocks. The Samco Large & Mid Cap Fund offers two plans: the Regular Plan and the Direct Plan. Regular Plan: …
Debt mutual funds saw net outflows of ₹6,525.56 crore in February 2025, reversing the strong inflows of ₹1,28,652.58 crore recorded in January. The shift was primarily driven by redemptions in short-duration funds, while liquid funds attracted the highest inflows. Among the outflows, ultra-short duration funds saw the highest redemptions at ₹4,281.02 crore, followed by overnight …
The Indian equity benchmark indices have experienced a double-digit decline from their peaks recorded in September last year. This downturn can be attributed to several factors, including persistent selling by foreign institutional investors (FIIs), high valuations, sluggish earnings, and trade war concerns. The broader market has suffered an even sharper correction, leading to a significant …
Silver, long regarded as gold’s lesser-known counterpart, is gaining prominence as an essential commodity and investment asset. While traditionally valued for its ornamental and monetary uses, silver’s increasing industrial applications are driving demand, particularly in sectors like electronics, solar energy, and electric vehicles. Silver’s Performance in the Indian and International Markets As of March 13, …
Axis Mutual Fund has introduced the Axis Nifty500 Momentum 50 ETF, an open-ended exchange-traded fund (ETF) that tracks the Nifty500 Momentum 50 Total Return Index (TRI). The New Fund Offer (NFO) will be available from March 13, 2025, to March 18, 2025. Fund Details The New Fund Offer (NFO) details are as follows: Fund House: …
