Equity mutual fund inflows have increased by 15% over the past year, reaching ₹42,700 crore in July 2025, as per ICRA Analytics. Investors continue to favour diversified options, with sectoral and thematic categories leading the pack in net inflows.
Equity mutual funds experienced a growth of ₹5,600 crore in net inflows year-on-year, rising from ₹37,100 crore in July 2024 to ₹42,700 crore in July 2025. The month-on-month jump is also notable, with inflows increasing by 81% compared to June levels, indicating a sharp uptick in investor confidence despite market uncertainties.
Among equity fund categories, sectoral or thematic funds secured the highest net inflows at ₹9,250 crore. Flexi cap funds followed closely with ₹7,650 crore, and small cap funds attracted ₹6,500 crore over the past 1 year. These numbers indicate a preference for funds offering high return potential and diversified exposure across sectors or market capitalisations.
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Equity mutual funds have displayed strong medium to long-term returns, with most categories delivering more than 15% CAGR over 3 years and 5 years. For instance, small cap funds posted a 5-year CAGR of 31.70%, while even large cap funds & mid cap funds delivered a robust 23.35%. Despite 1-year dips across many categories due to market corrections, long-term performance remains solid.
The total equity assets under management (AUM) have surged by 335% in 5 years, growing from ₹7.65 lakh crore to ₹33.32 lakh crore, reflecting sustained investor interest. This steady rise aligns with increasing retail participation and a strategic shift towards long-term financial planning through mutual funds.
Equity fund inflows have witnessed consistent growth, supported by rising investor confidence and strong long-term performance across categories. With diversified sectoral and flexi cap funds spearheading the surge, the mutual fund industry continues to scale new heights in AUM and participation.
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Published on: Sep 1, 2025, 11:02 AM IST
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