SHOCKING: 30 - What They Never Told You

Axis Mutual Fund announces temporary suspension of subscription to units in its 3 international funds

Axis Mutual Fund has temporarily suspended subscriptions in three international funds from May 5 due to overseas investment limits. While fresh inflows are halted, redemptions and existing SIPs continue. The move comes amid strong past returns and follows leadership changes, including Ashish Gupta’s exit and R Sivakumar’s elevation as CIO.

The Economic Times · May 5

Defence mutual funds surge up to 25% in a month. Should you invest now or wait for a correction?

Defence mutual funds have surged up to 25% in a month, driven by geopolitical tensions. Experts advise against chasing this sharp rally, citing stretched valuations and long project timelines. Investors should consider gradual entry or diversified funds for long-term wealth creation.

The Economic Times · May 5

Best large cap mutual funds to invest in May 2026

Amidst market volatility and an expensive territory, advisors are recommending conservative investors consider large cap mutual funds for long-term goals. These funds invest in top 100 companies, offering relative safety. While some schemes have faced recent underperformance, long-term potential for inflation-beating returns remains.

The Economic Times · May 5

Quant Mutual Fund sees ideal time to rebalance portfolios, remains heavily deployed on attractive valuations

Quant Mutual Fund advises aggressive portfolio rebalancing amid improving market conditions, citing attractive valuations and strong liquidity. It favors large caps, selective mid and small caps, and sectors like energy, infrastructure, and financials, while remaining cautious on manufacturing uncertainties.

The Economic Times · May 2

Planning a 15-year mutual fund investment? Here’s a simple 4-scheme portfolio approach

A long-term investor with Rs 10 lakh and a 15-year horizon can build a simple four-fund mutual fund portfolio combining a Nifty index fund and flexi-cap funds. The strategy focuses on disciplined investing, diversification, and staying invested through volatility to generate sustainable wealth over time despite market fluctuations.

The Economic Times · May 2

PPFAS Mutual Fund among 15 AMCs to offer voluntary lock-in for folios. Here is how Sebi’s rule works

Mutual fund investors can now temporarily block withdrawals and debits from their folios, with 15 AMCs, including PPFAS Mutual Fund, rolling out a voluntary lock-in facility. This Sebi-introduced framework offers enhanced safety and control, applicable to both demat and non-demat holdings, and is accessible via MF Central.

The Economic Times · May 1

Kotak Mutual Fund temporarily suspends subscriptions in its 4 international funds

Kotak Mutual Fund has temporarily restricted subscriptions in four international funds, allowing investments up to Rs 1 lakh per PAN per month. The move reflects ongoing limits on overseas investments. Existing SIPs will continue, while fresh inflows are capped. The funds have delivered strong returns over the past year.

The Economic Times · May 1

NFO Alert: Union Mutual Fund announces launch of equity long short fund under Arthaya SIF

Union Mutual Fund has launched its Arthaya Equity Long Short Fund under the new SEBI SIF framework. This strategy aims to generate returns across market cycles by combining long equity positions with selective short exposure, bridging the gap between traditional and alternative investment products.

The Economic Times · Apr 30

ETFs record highest ever net inflows of more than Rs 1.8 lakh crore in FY26: Zerodha Fund House

Indian Exchange Traded Funds experienced unprecedented net inflows of over Rs 1.8 lakh crore in FY26. Commodity ETFs, specifically Gold and Silver, drew more investor interest than equity ETFs. This marks a significant shift, with over half of all ETF inflows directed towards these precious metals. This trend indicates investors…

The Economic Times · Apr 30

Can Rs 70 lakh grow to Rs 5 crore? Expert says a 10% step-up SIP may fall short of the goal

A 55-year-old investor targeting Rs 5 crore from a Rs 70 lakh corpus may fall short with a 10% step-up SIP, experts caution. Even with 13–14% returns, projections remain below target. Increasing SIP contributions and timely portfolio derisking are critical to improving outcomes and protecting gains near retirement.

The Economic Times · Apr 30