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News18
15-05-2025
- Business
- News18
LIC Mutual Fund Re-Introduces 5 Key Equity Schemes: All You Need To Know
Last Updated: The reintroduction is part of LIC's 'Funds in Focus Q1 FY25' initiative and the schemes are Value Fund, Small Cap Fund, Multi-Asset Fund, Dividend Yield Fund and Focused Fund. LIC Mutual Fund has reintroduced five of its flagship equity schemes as part of its strategic initiative, 'Funds in Focus Q1 FY25', aimed at aligning investment options with evolving market dynamics and investor preferences. 'We are re-introducing these five flagship equity schemes, which have the potential to generate significant wealth for investors with diverse financial needs over the long term," Yogesh Patil, chief investment officer (equity) at LIC Mutual Fund, said. Which Schemes Are Back? The five re-launched schemes are: LIC MF Value Fund LIC MF Small Cap Fund LIC MF Multi-Asset Allocation Fund LIC MF Dividend Yield Fund LIC MF Focused Fund These schemes span various investment themes and risk profiles, catering to long-term wealth creation goals for investors with different financial needs. Assets Under Management On the Rise LIC Mutual Fund's assets under management (AUM) saw a healthy uptick, rising 11% to Rs 37,554 crore in April 2024, up from Rs 33,854 crore in March. The growth reflects increased investor confidence and strategic fund positioning in line with market opportunities. What It Means for Investors For both new and existing investors, the reintroduction of these funds offers renewed opportunities to diversify portfolios and benefit from LIC MF's long-term equity strategies. With markets constantly evolving, such timely product realignment is expected to help meet changing investment goals more effectively. First Published: May 15, 2025, 11:02 IST
Mint
09-05-2025
- Business
- Mint
SBI Small Cap Fund: 5 key things to know before you invest in 2025
The SBI Small Cap Fund has emerged as a prominent investment choice for retail investors opting for high growth through equity markets. As of May 2025, the fund has displayed impressive performance making it a compelling option for long term investors. In the last 5 years the SBI Small Cap Fund direct plan growth has given an absolute return of 284.68%. Now, this translates to an annualised return (CAGR) of 28.44%, meaning the fund grew by an average of 28.44% per year over five years. Here are five key factors to consider before thinking of investing in this fund: The SBI Small Cap Fund has delivered strong returns over various time frames. As of 8 May 2025, the fund's performance is as follows: Time Period Annualised Returns 1 year -0.67% 3 year 14.86% 5 year 28.44% Since Inception 19.35% These figures indicate the fund's consistent ability to churn out returns, aligning with the primary goal of long term capital appreciation. SBI's objective behind the creation of these small cap funds is to provide investors with considerable wealth generation over a longer period. These funds generally also carry more risk, volatility and possibility of underperformance in comparison with large cap funds. The fund's expense ratio is approximately 1.58% for the regular plan, which is competitive within the industry. For investors opting for Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs), the returns are as follows: SIP duration Return 1 year -6.88% 3 year 18.49% 5 year 55.78% 10 year 164.56% These figures highlight the potential benefits of long-term SIP investments in the fund. The SBI Small Cap Fund has shown better performance than the Nifty 50 benchmark in the last five years, with the benchmark index giving an absolute return of 163.75% in comparison to the SBI Small cap fund that has given an absolute return of 284.68% during the same duration. Given the performance of SBI Small cap fund has been significantly better than the Nifty 50 benchmark, still it is important to acknowledge the fact that these funds come with increased risk of capital depreciation and volatility especially in economic downturns and recessions. According to Value Research, as of May 2025, the fund's asset allocation is as follows: Equity : 88.03% : 88.03% Cash & Cash Equivalents : 8.99% : 8.99% Debt: 2.98% Source: Value Research This allocation clearly reflects the fund's focus on equity oriented investments, adjoining with its target of capital appreciation. This equity mutual fund is suitable for investors who have a long term horizon of 5 to 7 years. It also comes with a potential of higher returns with high risk. This fund is particularly appropriate for those looking to diversify their portfolio with small-cap equity exposure. Therefore, prudent investors should carefully consider the above discussed returns and data, and post the same discuss their financial goals and aspirations with a certified financial advisor before thinking of investing in this fund. As investments in equity markets carry its own set of risks. Disclaimer: Mutual fund investments are subject to market risks. Please read all scheme-related documents carefully before investing.
