Following a sharp correction in February, the Indian equity markets witnessed a recovery in early March 2025. This positive momentum reflected in mutual fund performances, with all 21 schemes from Quant Mutual Fund delivering returns between 6.35% and 2.68% from March 3 to March 6, 2025. Top 5 Performing Quant Mutual Funds (March 3–6, 2025) …
As we step into March 2025, India’s mutual fund landscape continues to evolve, shaped by economic developments, policy changes, and global market movements. Several equity mutual funds have delivered impressive returns based on a 5-year CAGR. From small-cap and mid-cap funds to sectoral and flexi-cap options. Let’s dive into the top 10 equity mutual funds …
The financial investment scene in India is witnessing a major transformation, driven by an unexpected force—women investors. A recent report highlights a significant shift in investment patterns, revealing that women are not just closing the financial gap but are outpacing men in mutual fund investments. This growing trend signals a change in financial independence and …
Gold prices have been on a tear in 2025, surging over 11.35% year-to-date, with rates hovering near their all-time high of ₹86,549 per 10 grams. As volatility grips global markets, investors are once again flocking to gold as a safe haven. But with multiple investment options available—physical gold, Gold ETFs, Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs), and …
The Indian mutual fund industry has witnessed a surge in systematic investment plan (SIP) registrations, reflecting growing investor participation. However, this rise has also been accompanied by an increasing trend of premature SIP closures. In 2023, a record 34.8 million SIP accounts were registered. However, by the end of 2024, only 18.2 million remained active, …
The Indian stock market has faced significant corrections over the last 5 months, with the Sensex and Nifty dropping by up to 14% from their September peaks (as of March 6). The broader market has been hit harder, with the Nifty Small-Cap 100 index tumbling, witnessing significant losses from its all-time high. Small-cap mutual funds …
Axis Mutual Fund has filed a draft for the Axis Nifty500 Value 50 ETF, an open-ended exchange-traded fund designed to replicate the Nifty500 Value 50 TRI index. This ETF will track a basket of 50 stocks selected from the Nifty 500 based on their value scores. NFO Details The New Fund Offer (NFO) details are …
A recent study by Crisil and the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) has uncovered a major shift in investment patterns, with women investors leading the charge in long-term wealth creation. The numbers paint a compelling picture of how women are not only investing more but also holding onto their investments for longer, demonstrating …
The number of women fund managers in India has grown, and their assets under management (AUM) have seen an unprecedented rise. According to a recent report, assets managed or co-managed by women surged by 102% to ₹13.45 lakh crore at the end of January 2025, up from ₹6.66 lakh crore a year ago. This growth …
Bandhan Mutual Fund has launched the Bandhan CRISIL-IBX Financial Services 3-6 Months Debt Index Fund, an open-ended Constant Maturity Index Fund. The fund tracks the CRISIL-IBX Financial Services 3-6 Months Debt Index, which consists of debt securities with maturities between three to six months. NFO Details The New Fund Offer (NFO) details are as follows: …
