Precious metals help multi-asset allocation funds beat returns of diversified equity funds
These hybrid funds may have beaten returns of pure equity funds but experts warn that they cannot replace equity or even other hybrid categories
Have mutual funds lost their mojo?
Retail investors have been losing faith. Average monthly inflow into equity mutual funds this year has been merely Rs 27,500 crore
Jio BlackRock said to hire Rishi Kohli as CIO of mutual-fund unit
Kohli will start in the third quarter of this year, Bloomberg said citing sources
Silver ETF AUM doubles in a year, outpaces gold ETFs despite lower returns
Over the last one year, since June 2024, the assets of silver exchange-traded funds have grown by 126 percent, compared to an 82 percent rise in the assets of gold ETFs.
Mutual fund's SIP inflow rises to a fresh high of Rs 26,688 crore in May
Mutual fund SIP assets rose to Rs 14.61 lakh crore against Rs 13.90 lakh crore in April. The SIP AUM was around 20.24% of the total AUM of the mutual fund industry as against 19.9% in April.
Equity fund inflows fall 22% to hit one-year low of Rs 19,013 crore in May: AMFI data
However, the overall net assets under management of the mutual fund industry rose to Rs 72.20 lakh crore for the first time against Rs 69.99 lakh crore in April.
DII investments cross Rs 3 lakh crore in 2025 so far
DIIs pour over Rs3 lakh crore into equities in 2025 so far, with momentum gaining pace. Buoyed by retail and mutual fund inflows, market sentiment sees a strong revival.
RBI rate cut: Investors might have to look for bonds with higher yields
The RBI's 50 bps repo rate cut to 5.5 percent would typically boost bond prices due to the inverse relationship between bond prices and interest rates - when rates fall, bond prices rise
Global gold ETF flows turn negative in May, North America and Asia lead the pack
India also saw outflows of $71 million, or 0.6 tonne, in May. The country had seen outflows in April as well
Motilal Oswal MF to launch fund that covers 1,000 stocks; should you invest?
Motilal Oswal BSE 1000 Index Fund: By expanding to 1,000 stocks from the existing broadest funds, the BSE 1,000 index includes an additional 250 microcap companies, significantly increasing its sectoral and thematic reach
What is XIRR? The Most Accurate Way to Track Your SIP Returns!
Welcome to MC Explains, an investor education series by Moneycontrol and Invesco Mutual Fund.
In this video, we break down XIRR (Extended Internal Rate of Return) — the most accurate way to measure returns when you’ve made multiple investments over time, like in an SIP or SWP.
Are you tracking your investment returns correctly? If you're using only absolute or annualized return to measure your mutual fund or SIP performance, you may be missing the full picture.
Whether you're a mutual fund investor or just starting out, understanding XIRR will help you make smarter investment decisions.
These debt funds are defying gravity, but is the risk worth the return?
Data shows that the Sensex and Nifty have gained around 6 percent on a one-year basis, in which time some credit risk funds have zoomed more than 20 percent.
In a world of uncertainty, diversification is key to managing HNI wealth
Whether through balancing asset classes, going global, exposure to alternatives, or hedging, diversification offers the twin benefits of capital preservation and long-term wealth generation.
Defence, gold and BFSI mutual funds shine in a stormy 2025
Out of around 1,650 mutual funds, across equity, debt, hybrid and precious metals, 1,162 or 70 percent schemes are showing positive returns on a YTD basis in 2025.
Income tax filing 2024-25: Here's how salaried employees can choose between ITR-1 and 2
This year, you can use ITR-1 even if you have booked capital gains on sale of equity assets, provided they do not exceed Rs 1.25 lakh a year
Why income plus arbitrage funds are gaining popularity
Income plus arbitrage funds are good alternatives to liquid and arbitrage funds as they offer a middle ground – better returns than arbitrage and lower volatility than equity.
US credit downgrade: What it means for Indian investors in US bonds
US bonds provide useful portfolio diversification given that the US Treasury has historically been the classic safe haven asset with deep liquid markets and strong institutional framework and US dollar as the default reserve currency.
MF holdings near record peak, hit Rs 43.74 lakh crore in April
The sharp increase in share of equity investments aligns with the improvement in equity market performance since Donald Trump announced a pause in tariffs
We have a cautious near-term outlook for domestic and global markets: Avinash Satwalekar, Franklin Templeton India
The president of Franklin Templeton India expects the markets to consolidate, given the lack of clarity on the global tariff front.
How to save tax on bond investments
Bonds not only provide predictable returns but also offer flexibility and tax advantages that outshine traditional fixed-income instruments.
Viatris, Cognizant, GE Healthcare, Netflix: Top foreign stocks that Indian mutual funds bought in April
The trading activity, as per PrimeMFDatabase.com, has revealed a strong appetite for tech stocks, with significant exits from select, high-value European and American companies.
Mutual funds cut exposure to Adani Group, shares worth over Rs 1,160 crore sold in April
The largest selling was seen in Adani Enterprises shares, with mutual funds trimming their holdings by over Rs 346 crore in April. This was followed by Adani Energy Solutions and Ambuja Cements, where funds reduced stake by Rs 302 crore and Rs 241 crore respectively.
Where to invest Rs 10 lakh in this market? Ihab Dalwai of ICICI Prudential AMC answers
Patience and discipline are often an investor’s best allies in the wealth creation journey, says this Senior Fund Manager.
Mutual funds turned buyers in IT during April as FIIs rushed to exit
Among IT stocks, Infosys attracted the highest investment from MFs, with additional shares worth Rs 3,011 crore purchased in April, followed by Tata Consultancy Services and Coforge, which saw MF inflows of Rs 2,375 crore and Rs 1,432 crore, respectively.
