Bandhan AMC Secures SEBI Nod to Launch Specialised Investment Funds

Bandhan AMC has received the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) approval to launch Specialised Investment Funds (SIFs), creating space for new strategies in the investment landscape. The initiative allows the company to expand beyond traditional products and introduce solutions designed for investors seeking differentiated risk-return profiles.

Details of the SIF Platform

The new offerings will be rolled out under the ‘Arudha SIF’ platform, enabling Bandhan AMC to design equity, debt, and hybrid strategies, including unhedged short derivatives positions. These products are aimed at sophisticated investors, particularly those looking for portfolios that go beyond the standard framework of mutual funds. 

As per news reports, Vishal Kapoor, CEO of Bandhan AMC, explained that the platform responds to the rising demand for investment options outside mutual funds, Alternative Investment Funds (AIF), and Portfolio Management Services (PMS), all within a regulated structure.

Expanding Investor Opportunities

The SEBI approval positions Bandhan AMC to explore non-traditional strategies across asset classes, giving investors greater flexibility in portfolio construction. SIFs are a new category introduced by SEBI to offer tailored and flexible approaches without the high entry barriers of PMS or AIFs. They are designed to serve sophisticated retail and high-net-worth individuals with portfolios built around themes, sectors, or innovative strategies.

About Bandhan AMC

Bandhan Asset Management Company (AMC) has been providing mutual funds, alternative investments, and portfolio management services (PMS) throughout India since its founding in 2000. It has a significant presence, operating in over 100 cities and reaching investors in more than 790 towns. The company manages over four million client accounts for a diverse range of clients, including institutions, corporations, family offices, and individual investors.

Read More: Bandhan Mutual Fund launches Sector Leaders Index Fund!

Conclusion

By gaining SEBI’s approval for Specialised Investment Funds, Bandhan AMC is expanding its capabilities to serve evolving investor needs. With the launch of the Arudha SIF platform, the firm is set to offer new avenues for diversification and flexibility, reinforcing its role as a key player in India’s investment management sector.

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