HDFC Mutual Fund has launched a new open-ended equity scheme called HDFC Manufacturing Fund. This fund aims to provide long-term capital appreciation by primarily investing in stocks and related securities of companies involved in manufacturing activities. Thematic in nature, the scheme falls under the Equity Scheme category. HDFC Manufacturing Fund has a new fund offer …
Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund launched a close-ended income scheme named Kotak Fixed Maturity Plan Series 330 – 98 Days (NFO). The scheme aims to generate income by investing in debt and money market securities that mature on or before the plan’s maturity date. However, there is no guarantee that the investment objective will be achieved. …
Overview WhiteOak Capital has submitted paperwork to SEBI for a Special Opportunities Fund, an open-ended equity scheme following a special situations theme. Aims for long-term capital growth by targeting corporate restructurings, policy changes, and other unique events. Investment Objective The Whiteoak Capital Special Opportunities Fund goal is to achieve long-term capital appreciation by investing in …
Financial experts believe that some mutual funds, especially those focused on value or caution, keep unusually high cash reserves. This suggests they are wary of the market. Mutual funds generally increase cash when they think the market is overpriced or when they see promising investment opportunities coming up. Analysts often interpret these large cash reserves …
The mutual fund landscape in India shows a distinct asset allocation and investment pattern between the top 30 cities (T30) and the locations beyond these (B30). The data from February and March 2024 provides insightful observations into these trends, reflecting both investor preferences and regional market dynamics. Asset Distribution Between B30 and T30 Locations In …
A New Fund Offer (NFO) marks the beginning of a new mutual fund scheme. Through an NFO, the fund house invites investors to subscribe to units of the new scheme. It’s the initial phase when the fund is available for investment, usually with a set subscription period. Once this period ends, the NFO closes, and …
Rupee cost averaging is a well-known concept, especially for those involved in trading or long-term investing, particularly in mutual funds. It’s a strategy where you invest a fixed amount of money at regular intervals, regardless of market conditions. This approach helps to mitigate the effects of market volatility by buying more units when prices are …
PMS or mutual fund, which one is meant for me? It’s a question that has crossed many minds. But before we answer this, let’s understand the difference between PMS and mutual funds. Mutual Funds are pooled funds from investors and have a pre-defined investment strategy based on the fund objective. They have a relatively low …
Gilt Funds: A Shifting Landscape When we think about Gilt Funds, the first thing that typically comes to mind is their low risk. However, recently, the Net Asset Values (NAVs) of some Gilt Funds have taken a noticeable hit. This drop, along with Kotak Gilt Fund’s recent decision to stop accepting new subscriptions, is a …
The bull market rally that began after the COVID-19 lows witnessed a surge in ESG (environmental, social, and governance) investing in India. Investors shifted their focus from profitability to how companies achieve those profits. This led to a wave of ESG thematic offerings by fund houses in India, mirroring a global trend. However, three years …
