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Mutual Funds

13 equity mutual funds offer over 15% return on SIP investments since last Diwali. Do you own any?

In a review of mutual fund performances since Diwali 2025, approximately 13 equity mutual funds achieved SIP gains exceeding 15%. Notably, the Samco Small Cap Fund led with an imp…

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Top gold funds with highest risk-adjusted returns. Check Sharpe ratio and 3-year returns

The article identifies gold mutual funds with the highest risk-adjusted returns based on their Sharpe ratios, alongside their three-year performance. UTI Gold ETF FoF leads the li…

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Silver ETFs jump up to 6%, white metal reclaims $51 as Democrats win US midterms. What should investors do?

Silver ETFs rallied up to 6% as silver prices rebounded above $50 an ounce following the Democrats' US midterm election victory. Experts advise investors against chasing the recov…

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Planning to invest in gold this Diwali? Radhika Gupta, Lakshmi Iyer and 6 experts weigh in

Eight leading fund managers broadly support holding gold as a portfolio diversifier and hedge against economic and geopolitical uncertainty. However, they recommend gradual accumu…

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What investment mistakes should investors avoid this Diwali? Experts share 5 lessons

As the Diwali festivities unfold, investors should exercise caution and resist the urge to make hasty decisions based on the current market climate. It's vital to adhere to preset…

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Best large cap mutual funds to invest in November 2026

One may invest in large cap mutual funds with a minimum investment horizon of five to seven years. Look out for our monthly updates where we keep discussing the performance of the…

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Explained: Why Sebi wants mutual fund investors to switch to direct plans

Sebi has directed mutual fund houses to make direct plans the default option on digital platforms. This change will take effect from November 1, when investors will see direct pla…

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Quant Mutual Fund reduces exposure to frontline IT stocks as part of profit-booking exercise

Quant Mutual Fund has strategically reduced its exposure to IT stocks and boosted its investments in FMCG sectors. This shift is due to disappointing earnings from key tech compan…

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These 14 equity mutual funds lose over 10% in October. Were they part of your portfolio?

Around 14 equity mutual funds lost more than 10% in October, with international schemes dominating the list of worst performers. Nippon India Taiwan Equity Fund recorded the steep…

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Nifty down 8% since last Diwali, but these 8 equity mutual funds deliver over 10% returns. Are you invested?

Only eight of 292 equity mutual funds delivered returns exceeding 10% on lump-sum investments since Diwali 2025. TRUSTMF Small Cap Fund topped the list with an 18.73% gain, while…

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Where should you invest this Diwali? Nilesh Shah, Radhika Gupta and 6 others share their top themes

Nine leading fund managers share their preferred Diwali investment themes, ranging from asset allocation and large-cap equities to consumption, manufacturing and power equipment.…

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Gold vs silver ETFs: Which metal offers better opportunity for investors this Diwali?

During the festive season of Diwali, savvy investors often gravitate towards gold and silver seeking security. Experts recommend evaluating personal investment goals to decide on…

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Top 10 mutual funds to invest in November 2026

ETMutualFunds decided to put out a list of top 10 mutual fund schemes. We have chosen two schemes from five different equity mutual fund categories - aggressive hybrid, large cap,…

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ETMarkets Fund Guide: Large, mid or smallcap? How a Rs 1.5 lakh crore-fund manager approaches flexicap investing

In this edition of ETMarkets Fund Guide, we decode the flexi-cap category with Raunak Onkar, Fund Manager and Research Head at PPFAS Mutual Fund, who manages assets of around Rs 1…

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Small & midcap funds remain top bets for investors in first half of FY27

During the first half of FY27, mid-cap funds received ₹38,043 crore and small-cap funds attracted ₹42,212 crore. This increased their share in total equity inflows to 20% and 22.6…

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SBI Cards & Payments and KFin Technologies among 6 stocks mutual funds bought for 4 straight quarters amid market slump

Mutual funds increased their holdings in six stocks for four consecutive quarters through September 2026. KFin Technologies led with a 14.5-percentage-point rise, followed by Rain…

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Want to gift or donate mutual fund units? Know tax implications, transfer process and stamp duty

Learn how to gift mutual fund units, including the tax implications for donors and recipients, capital gains treatment, transfer procedures for demat and physical holdings, and ap…

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Technology funds top October returns with gains of up to 10%. Is it the right time to invest?

Technology mutual funds topped October returns, with the nine best-performing schemes delivering gains of up to 9.78%, an ETMutualFunds analysis showed. HDFC Technology Fund led t…

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One asset class to gift this Diwali? Radhika Gupta, Nilesh Shah, Samir Arora and 5 others share their picks

Nine leading fund managers share their preferred Diwali investment gifts, with most favouring Indian equities for long-term wealth creation. Some advocate a diversified mix of equ…

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Starting your MF journey this Diwali? Experts suggest adding flexicap, midcap funds & avoiding overlapping schemes

With Diwali just around the corner, many individuals are contemplating the best time to embark on their investment journey through mutual funds. Experts advise initiating a well-r…

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Best mutual fund SIP portfolios to invest in November 2026

ETMutualFundslaunched its recommended mutual fund portfolios to invest through SIPs in October 2016. Since then, we have been closely monitoring the schemes in these portfolios an…

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Diwali investment picks 2026: 9 fund managers reveal promising opportunities and risks to watch

This Diwali, investment experts advise a strategic approach focused on asset allocation rather than luring high-growth stocks. Sectors like banking, financial services, and premiu…

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How Indian investors’ portfolios are changing: From property and gold to SIPs and ETFs

Indian households are re-evaluating their asset allocations as gold holdings rise and equity investments remain stable. Recent data reveals a significant increase in household wea…

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Most wanted stocks 2026: 6 stocks mutual funds are buying even as markets slump

Stock market investors are growing wary as prices continue to drop amid broader economic issues. Nevertheless, mutual fund managers are optimistic, identifying many investment opp…

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