Equity MF inflows slide 14%; large & midcaps gain traction
Inflows into equity mutual fund schemes fell by 14% in October, reflecting a trend of reduced investor allocations. Although smallcap funds saw decreasing inflows, large and midcap funds experienced significant increases in investments. Systematic investment plan contributions also declined slightly, while the stoppage ratio rose notably during the same period. In contrast, debt mutual funds […]
Debt Funds: How they work and what investors should know
Debt mutual funds faced substantial outflows amounting to Rs 1.8 lakh crore in September, which was considerable. These outflows were primarily due to liquidity needs, particularly among companies and institutional investors. Investors should evaluate their investment horizon and risk tolerance before choosing a suitable debt fund. Despite the outflows, debt funds remain important for managing […]