SECTOR FUNDS
Aatmanirbhar Bharat helps mutual fund investors make 69% return in 1 year. All eyes now on Budget
Manufacturing-based mutual funds have shown impressive returns up to 69% in the last year. Expert suggestions include considering risk profile and time horizon before investing. Government initiatives like Make in India boosting sector growth.
Newly launched defence mutual fund delivers 9% return in just 8 days
The Motilal Oswal Nifty India Defence Index Fund has shown an 8.62% return in the last eight days after collecting Rs 1,676 crore during its NFO period.
HDFC Defence Fund gave 145% return before restriction on fresh investment kicks in
The scheme is benchmarked against Nifty India Defence Index TRI. The fund aims to capitalise on the opportunities in the space and has seen good interest from investors. The government's focus on modernising its defence forces and push toward self-reliance should drive the long-term growth of the sector. As global geopolitical tensions rise, many nations are spending on enhancing defence capabilities.
Half of Rs 40,000 crore inflows into equity MFs came in sectoral and thematic mutual funds in June
Sectoral and thematic mutual fund categories contributed more than 50% to the total inflows in equity oriented schemes. Out of total inflows of Rs 40,608 crore in the equity mutual funds, around Rs 22,351 crore were from sectoral and thematic mutual funds in June.
Who should consider a thematic or sectoral fund?
Thematic funds focus on specific themes like manufacturing, real estate, and energy, carrying higher risks due to concentrated investments. Investors are advised to build a core portfolio with diversified funds before considering thematic funds. Careful evaluation of market conditions is crucial for potential returns.
Record Rs 40,000 crore flows into equity MFs in June
The Indian mutual fund industry witnessed a surge in equity fund inflows in June, reaching a record ₹40,608 crore. SIP investments continued to grow steadily, while debt funds faced outflows. Total industry assets under management hit a new high of ₹61.33 lakh crore.
Infra and defence mutual funds dominate returns chart in first half of 2024
The first half of 2024 showcased the dominance of infrastructure and defense-based mutual funds in the market. While some international funds faced challenges, strategic investment decisions were crucial. Diverse performances emphasized the need for a well-rounded portfolio strategy to navigate the market effectively.
Govt’s infrastructure focus makes sector funds a compelling choice
With the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) returning to administration for a third consecutive term and the 2024 Union Budget round the corner, analysts expect the government to retain focus on the infra sector with a sustained budgetary allocation.
Huge flows into sector, thematic MFs make wealth managers edgy
As per data from Franklin Templeton, sectoral and thematic funds garnered ₹70,072, or 31% of the total net inflows of ₹2.27 lakh crore, in the past 12 months. This helped make sectoral funds the second-largest equity mutual fund category after flexi-cap funds, with assets of ₹3.37 lakh crore, constituting 13% of the total equity mutual fund assets of ₹25.4 lakh crore.
MFs raise auto sector weight by 80 bps YoY in May. M&M, Tata Motors among stocks with top action
Mutual funds raised auto sector weight by 80 bps YoY in May. IT is the second most preferred sector behind financials, reaching a 68-month high. Private banks hold top spot at 17.2%. Nifty Auto index delivers 75% returns in last year.
Infra trumps sectoral mutual fund peers with 29% returns in 2024, so far. Should you invest?
The five top schemes in the infrastructure mutual fund category are, Bandhan Infrastructure Fund-Reg(G), LIC MF Infra Fund-Reg(G), Quant Infrastructure Fund(G), Canara Rob Infrastructure Fund-Reg(G) and Invesco India Infrastructure Fund(G).
Sectoral/Thematic mutual funds’ AUM grows 80% YoY in May, folios rise 56%. What is brewing?
In May, investors showed significant interest in sectoral/thematic funds, injecting over Rs 19,200 crore in net inflows. This amount marks the highest among its 10 other equity-oriented mutual fund peers. Experts suggest that the increasing influence of this category stems from investors' attraction to themes promising higher growth potential.
Manufacturing mutual funds offer up to 68% in one year. Should you consider?
Manufacturing mutual funds, including ICICI Prudential Manufacturing Fund and Mirae Asset Nifty India Manufacturing ETF, have delivered impressive returns up to 68% in the last year. Modi's 'Make in India' initiative has boosted the manufacturing sector, attracting investors to thematic and sectoral funds.
Technology-based mutual funds offer up to 12% in 2024 so far. Should you invest?
Technology based mutual funds have offered an average return of 6.45% in 2024 so far. Quant Teck Fund led with 12.20% return, followed by Franklin India Technology Fund with 10.19%. ICICI Prudential Technology Fund also performed well with a 4.50% return.
MF investors keep faith in equity, invest Rs 34k cr in May
Mutual fund investors committed record funds to equities in May, looking beyond event risk posed by the election outcome. New fund offers (NFO) of sectoral funds drew ₹34,697 crore to the category, with SIPs rising to ₹20,904 crore, and debt funds seeing inflows of ₹42,295 crore.
Equity MF inflows surge 83% to Rs 34,697 crore in May; debt flows plunge 78%
In May, equity mutual funds experienced a notable 83% increase in inflows to Rs 34,697 crore from April's Rs 18,917 crore. Sectoral/thematic funds saw a remarkable 272% surge, reaching Rs 19,213.43 crore from Rs 5,166.05 crore in April. Flexi cap funds followed with Rs 3,155.07 crore in May, up from Rs 2,172.93 crore in April.
Thematic MFs offer up to 14% return in May. Have you invested in any?
Sectoral and thematic mutual funds in May showcased diverse performances with funds like HDFC Defence Fund and Mirae Asset Hang Seng TECH ETF FoF offering up to 14.34% and 7.35% returns respectively.
Election results: Which themes will give mutual fund investors the best returns?
Sectoral/thematic mutual funds have delivered up to 380% absolute return in the last five years under the Modi-led government, with infrastructure funds leading the chart.
Equity mutual funds offer average return of 1.20% in May, sectoral funds top chart
Equity mutual funds offered an average return of 1.20% in May, with sectoral funds topping the chart in performance.
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