Equity mutual funds experienced a challenging week between 2 March and 7 March 2026 as global equity markets moved lower. International funds recorded some of the largest declines during the period, reflecting weakness across global indices.
A majority of funds in the equity category delivered negative returns, highlighting the impact of global market volatility and declining investor sentiment across major regions.
Data from ACE MF indicates that a large portion of equity mutual funds recorded losses during the week under review, as per the Economic Times report.
Out of 606 equity mutual funds analysed, which included sectoral and thematic schemes:
The figures suggest that market weakness affected a broad range of equity strategies across both domestic and international segments.
The performance of global stock indices during the same period reflected the broader market pressure.
| Index | Weekly Change |
| DAX | -4.24% |
| Dow Jones Industrial Average | -2.86% |
| S&P 500 | -2.05% |
| Nifty 50 | -1.67% |
| BSE Sensex | -1.64% |
| Nasdaq Composite | -1.58% |
| Hang Seng Index | -1.16% |
The decline across multiple global indices influenced the performance of funds with international exposure.
Funds investing in overseas markets and specialised sectors recorded some of the sharpest losses during the week.
The performance of these schemes reflects the sensitivity of international funds to movements in global markets.
Several other funds with overseas exposure also posted negative returns during the same period.
| Mutual Fund | Weekly Return |
| HSBC Global Emerging Markets Fund | -5.47% |
| HSBC Brazil Fund | -5.39% |
| Mirae Asset Global Electric & Autonomous Vehicles Equity Passive FoF | -5.20% |
| ICICI Prudential Strategic Metal and Energy Equity FoF | -5.14% |
| Edelweiss Europe Dynamic Equity Offshore Fund | -5.02% |
The presence of multiple international and sector-focused funds in the list indicates the broader impact of global equity movements during the week.
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The week ending 7 March 2026 highlighted the sensitivity of equity mutual funds to global market conditions. A significant number of funds delivered negative returns as international equity markets declined. International and thematic funds recorded larger losses due to their exposure to global sectors and emerging markets. Investors typically monitor global economic developments and market trends closely when assessing the short-term performance of such funds.
Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation or investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.
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Published on: Mar 9, 2026, 11:23 AM IST
Neha Dubey
Neha Dubey is a Content Analyst with 3 years of experience in financial journalism, having written for a leading newswire agency and multiple newspapers. At Angel One, she creates daily content on finance and the economy. Neha holds a degree in Economics and a Master’s in Journalism.
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