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    Why short-term debt funds are your all-weather friends

    Short-duration funds invest in short term debt securities in such a way that the entire portfolio’s Macaulay duration remains 1-3 years. They are likely to deliver better returns across rate cycles

    Abhinav Kaul
    May 21, 2024 / 08:34 IST
    Holding debt funds over the long term reduces exposure to interest rate risks and provides superior returns compared to fixed deposits.
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