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Equity mutual fund inflows jump 31% MoM to Rs 38,306 crore in September; smallcap funds log record collection

In September, equity mutual fund inflows surged by 31% month-on-month, totaling Rs 38,306 crore. Smallcap mutual funds notably drew in record inflows of Rs 9,038 crore for the third month straight. Conversely, debt funds experienced a considerable outflow of Rs 1.83 lakh crore. Mid cap and flexi cap funds also…

The Economic Times · Oct 12

MF Tracker: Mirae Asset NYSE FANG+ ETF FoF tops 5-year CAGR charts with 39% returns. Can the rally last?

The Mirae Asset NYSE FANG+ ETF FoF has delivered an impressive five-year CAGR of around 39%, clearly outpacing its peers, particularly during the US tech stock surge. However, 2022 marked a considerable downturn for the fund, prompting experts to recommend caution with international investments, given rising premiums and fluctuating markets.…

The Economic Times · Oct 12

Indian debt funds set to extend $4.5 billion bond selloff after RBI policy shift

Indian mutual funds have sold $4.5 billion in government bonds since July, prompted by changing rate expectations. The Reserve Bank of India raised rates for the first time in nearly four years, signaling further increases. Many asset managers are shifting to short-duration assets to mitigate risks associated with rising yields.…

The Economic Times · Oct 12

ET Alpha Wealth Summit 2.0: Radhika Gupta says financial products must address real investor needs

Radhika Gupta, MD and CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Fund, says financial products should address specific investor needs rather than follow market trends. At ET Alpha Wealth Summit 2.0, she discussed how SIFs can offer investment flexibility, while stressing the importance of understanding their risks, taxation and role in portfolios.

The Economic Times · Oct 10

JioBlackRock MF sees value in equities after correction, favours target maturity funds for debt investors

JioBlackRock Mutual Fund sees a more attractive risk-reward equation in equities after the recent market correction but cautions that a sustained recovery remains uncertain. In debt, it favours target maturity funds for investors with defined horizons, while recommending cash and money market funds for those with near-term liquidity needs.

The Economic Times · Oct 10

Explained: How mutual fund SIPs harness the power of compounding to build wealth

Compounding can help mutual fund investors build long-term wealth by generating returns on accumulated gains. Through regular SIP investments, even small contributions can grow significantly over time. An example of a Rs 10,000 monthly SIP over 20 years shows how starting early, staying consistent and remaining invested can boost wealth…

The Economic Times · Oct 10