On valuations, the P/E ratio of the small-cap index (Nifty Small Cap 250) is similar to that of the large-cap (Nifty 100) index, at around 19-20x on two-year forward earnings (excluded loss-making companies in the aggregates). However, the projected earnings growth for small-caps is higher, at 18% for the next couple of years versus 8-10% for large-caps. So, growth-adjusted valuations are not that expensive for small-caps.
Monarch Mutual Fund set to enter MF space with maiden overnight fund; files draft with Sebi
Monarch Mutual Fund has filed draft papers with Sebi for its maiden scheme, an overnight fund investing primarily in one-day securities. The open-ended debt scheme