Quant Small Cap Fund Stocks Update: What the Fund Bought and Sold in February?

Written by: Neha DubeyUpdated on: 16 Mar 2026, 5:19 pm IST
Quant Small Cap Fund adjusted its portfolio in February by exiting Stanley Lifestyles, reducing exposure to select stocks and increasing holdings in others.
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Quant Small Cap Fund, managed by Quant Mutual Fund, made several portfolio adjustments during February. The fund altered its exposure by exiting certain holdings, reducing stakes in some companies and increasing investments in others. 

These changes reflect the fund house’s broader portfolio strategy, which aims to maintain liquidity and manage market volatility while adjusting exposure across sectors.

Fund Size and Portfolio Overview

As of 27 February 2026, Quant Small Cap Fund had assets under management (AUM) of approximately ₹27,654 crore. The fund is one of the largest offerings managed by the fund house led by Sandeep Tandon.

During the month, the fund’s portfolio expanded in terms of the number of holdings. The portfolio contained 100 stocks in February, compared with 94 stocks recorded in January.

Reduction in Select Holdings

The fund reduced its exposure in several companies during the month. The stocks where holdings were trimmed included:

  • Jio Financial Services
  • Aegis Logistics
  • BASF India
  • Minda Corporation

These adjustments indicate a shift in the fund’s allocation across sectors and individual securities.

Increase in Stakes in Other Companies

At the same time, the fund increased its investment in four companies. The stocks where holdings were raised included:

  • Black Box
  • Capri Global Capital
  • Marathon Nextgen Realty
  • Ventive Hospitality

Such changes may reflect the fund’s assessment of potential opportunities within certain sectors or businesses.

Sector Allocation Changes

The fund also adjusted its sector exposure during February. It increased its allocation towards healthcare-related companies while reducing exposure to financial services and the oil and gas sector.

These sectoral changes suggest a rebalancing of the portfolio in response to market conditions and internal investment views.

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Conclusion

The portfolio changes made by Quant Small Cap Fund in February highlight a combination of exits, stake adjustments and sectoral rebalancing. By modifying its holdings and gradually increasing exposure to larger companies, the fund appears to be focusing on liquidity and risk management while continuing to explore opportunities across different sectors.

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. 

Mutual fund investments in the securities market are subject to market risks, read all the related documents carefully before investing.

Published on: Mar 16, 2026, 11:48 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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