NFO Alert: Kotak Mutual Fund Launches CRISIL- IBX Financial Services 3-6 Months Debt Index Fund

Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund has launched a new open-ended debt index fund, the Kotak CRISIL-IBX Financial Services 3-6 Months Debt Index Fund. The New Fund Offer (NFO) is open from February 21, 2025, to March 5, 2025. The allotment of units will take place on March 5, 2025.

• Fund Category: Debt – Ultra Short Duration
• Investment Type: Open-ended index fund
• Minimum Investment: ₹100
• Lock-in Period: none
• Exit Load: nil
• Risk Level: low to moderate
• Plans Available: Growth and IDCW (Income Distribution cum Capital Withdrawal)
• Benchmark: CRISIL IBX Financial Services 3-6 Months Debt Index

Investment Strategy

The fund follows a passive investment strategy, aiming to track the CRISIL IBX Financial Services 3-6 Months Debt Index. This index includes a mix of Commercial Papers (CPs), Certificates of Deposit (CDs), and corporate bonds, all with maturities ranging between three to six months. 

Investors can choose between Direct Plan and Regular Plan, depending on their investment preference. The goal is to generate returns similar to the index before expenses.

Fund Management 

The fund manager for this scheme is Manu Sharma, who will oversee the investments. Computer Age Management Services Pvt. Ltd. (CAMS) is the Registrar & Transfer Agent, handling operational aspects such as unit transactions and investor records.

Cost Considerations are as follows:

• Stamp Duty: 0.005% on purchases, as per SEBI regulations.
• Entry Load: nil
• Exit Load: nil

As of December 31, 2024, Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund manages an AUM of ₹4,88,984.35 crore. This fund adds to its range of debt-oriented schemes catering to investors looking for short-term, low-risk investments.

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