NFO Alert: HSBC Mutual Fund Launches Gold ETF FoF

HSBC Mutual Fund has opened the New Fund Offer (NFO) for its HSBC Gold ETF Fund of Fund from 19 March to 25 March 2026. The scheme is an open-ended fund of fund investing in units of HSBC Gold ETF. Units are offered at ₹10 during the NFO period.  

The scheme will reopen for continuous purchase and redemption within 5 business days from the date of allotment. Minimum investment during the NFO is set at ₹5,000, with further investments allowed in multiples thereafter.  

Investment Structure 

The fund will primarily invest in the HSBC Gold ETF, following a passive approach. As per the stated allocation, 95-100% of assets will be invested in the underlying ETF, while up to 5% may be held in debt or money market instruments.  

The scheme will remain invested in the ETF irrespective of changes in gold prices or outlook for the asset class. Cash holdings may be used to manage liquidity and operational requirements.  

Objective and Benchmark 

The stated objective is to generate returns in line with those of the HSBC Gold ETF. There is no assurance that this objective will be achieved.  

The scheme uses the domestic price of gold as its benchmark, showcasing the performance it seeks to track through the underlying ETF.  

Costs and Exit Terms 

The total expense ratio, including that of the underlying ETF, is capped at 1.00% of daily net assets.  

An exit load of 1% will apply for redemptions within 15 days from allotment. No exit load is applicable after this period. Transactions are processed at NAV-based prices on business days.  

Risk Profile 

The scheme is classified under a high-risk category on the riskometer.  

Performance may be affected by movements in gold prices, tracking error from the underlying ETF, and liquidity conditions in the gold market. External factors such as currency trends and global demand may also influence returns.  

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Conclusion 

The fund provides exposure to gold through an ETF-linked structure. Its returns will depend on how closely the underlying ETF tracks domestic gold prices and the efficiency of fund management in maintaining that alignment. 

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