Equity mutual fund inflows registered a sharp decline in March 2025, falling to ₹25,082 crore from ₹29,303 crore in February – a drop of 14.4%, according to the latest AMFI data. The fall suggests investor hesitation amidst market uncertainty, fueled by global macroeconomic concerns and domestic headwinds. Sectoral and Thematic Funds Witness 97% Drop in …
Mutual funds have been a preferred investment choice for many investors looking for diversified exposure to the market. Here is an overview of five SBI mutual funds that have delivered up to 30% annualised returns over the past 3 years. List of SBI Mutual Funds with Up to 30% Annualised Returns Fund Name Sub Category AUM (₹ …
Mahindra Manulife Mutual Fund has announced income distribution under the Income Distribution cum Capital Withdrawal (IDCW) option for several of its schemes. The record date for this distribution is set for March 13, 2025. Investors holding units as of this date will be eligible to receive the declared payout per unit. Payout Details Across Schemes …
Mid-cap equity funds invest in stocks of medium-sized companies, which are still in the development phase. While they carry more risk than large-cap funds, they offer higher growth potential. However, they are generally less risky than small-cap stocks, making them an attractive option for investors seeking a balance between risk and returns. Mid-Cap Fund Inflows …
New Fund Offers (NFOs) present investors with opportunities to invest in mutual funds at their inception, often at an initial price before the Net Asset Value (NAV) is established. As of March 2025, several NFOs are available across various categories, including equity and debt funds. Here’s an overview of some notable upcoming NFOs: TATA BSE …
Remember when ₹50 could get you a balcony seat in a cinema? Today, that amount barely covers parking fees. This is inflation at play—reducing the purchasing power of your savings over time. If your money doesn’t grow at a rate higher than inflation, it is effectively losing value. Saving is important, but without investment, your …
In February 2025, debt mutual funds recorded ₹6,525 crore of outflows due to the rising redemption of short-duration funds. This is a sharp reversal from the trend observed in January 2025, where these funds attracted ₹1.28 trillion in investments. As per the Association of Mutual Funds in India, nearly 10 of 16 MF categories witnessed …
SBI Mutual Fund has introduced two new passive schemes – SBI BSE PSU Bank Index Fund and SBI BSE PSU Bank ETF, that will track the BSE PSU Bank Index. These funds provide exposure to India’s public sector banking sector and will be available for subscription during the New Fund Offer (NFO) period from March …
For investors seeking long-term wealth creation, both Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) in mutual funds and Public Provident Fund (PPF) are popular choices. However, they differ significantly in terms of risk, returns, and liquidity. Suppose you invest ₹1,20,000 per year in both instruments for 20 years. How much corpus will you generate by the end of …
As the financial year draws to a close, individuals rush to optimise their tax liabilities and explore tax-saving instruments under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act. The old tax regime allows deductions of up to ₹1.5 lakh per annum, making tax-saving investments a strategic move to reduce taxable income. One of the most popular …
