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Active MFs reduce bets to multi-year low as HDFC Bank shares slide

Market experts anticipate the stock could face further volatility till the announcement of his successor

Active MFs reduce bets to multi-year low as HDFC Bank shares slide
Updated On : 31 Aug 2026 | 12:27 AM IST

Anchor mutual funds hold IPO bets after 90-day lock-in period ends

Smallcap schemes look to lock in long-term gains

Anchor mutual funds hold IPO bets after 90-day lock-in period ends
Updated On : 21 Aug 2026 | 11:43 PM IST

₹1,322 cr outflows in largecap funds: What does this mean for investors?

The outflow came even as the Nifty 50 rose 2 per cent in July, supported by a sharp rally in information technology stocks, which recorded their best monthly gain in six years

₹1,322 cr outflows in largecap funds: What does this mean for investors?
Updated On : 20 Aug 2026 | 10:46 AM IST

Explained: ₹3,811 cr unclaimed in MFs; here's how to check and claim money

The money can be traced and claimed through official platforms by following a few steps

Explained: ₹3,811 cr unclaimed in MFs; here's how to check and claim money
Updated On : 20 Aug 2026 | 10:42 AM IST

Largecaps for stability, mid and smallcap funds for higher returns

Maintaining exposure across various market-cap categories is important as leadership can change during different market phases

Largecaps for stability, mid and smallcap funds for higher returns
Updated On : 18 Aug 2026 | 9:39 PM IST

Sebi revamps mutual fund registration process, sets out eligibility norms

Sebi on Monday revamped the registration process for mutual funds, introducing a consolidated application framework in a bid to streamline preliminary and final approvals while requiring prospective sponsors to make detailed disclosures on their financial strength, ownership, governance and regulatory track record. The framework comes under the Sebi (Mutual Funds) Regulations, 2026, which were notified in July. "In view of the recent overhaul of the Sebi (Mutual Funds) Regulations, 2026, and Sebi Intermediaries Regulations, it has been decided to revise and consolidate the existing forms into a single application form for registration of Mutual Funds," the regulator said in its circular. At present, applications for registration of a mutual fund are processed in two stages in-principle approval to the sponsor or applicant for setting up a mutual fund, and final registration of the mutual fund. An application for in-principle approval needs to be submitted in Form A. Further, the .

Sebi revamps mutual fund registration process, sets out eligibility norms
Updated On : 17 Aug 2026 | 6:49 PM IST

Stocks vs mutual funds: What’s better if you don’t have time to invest? | Investment tips

For busy professionals, the choice between direct stocks and mutual funds depends on more than returns. It comes down to your financial goals, risk appetite, investing knowledge

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Updated On : 17 Aug 2026 | 1:06 PM IST

Biocon and PB Fintech top MFs' SMID 'buy' list in July, shows data

MF holding grows over 100x in Diamond Power Infrastructure

Biocon and PB Fintech top MFs' SMID 'buy' list in July, shows data
Updated On : 17 Aug 2026 | 7:37 AM IST

Regular to direct plan switch: Is a tax levy justified for investors?

Making switches between regular and direct tax-neutral will not cause any revenue loss. The capital gain is not being forgiven or exempted

Regular to direct plan switch: Is a tax levy justified for investors?
Updated On : 16 Aug 2026 | 10:26 PM IST

Lights, camera, brand! Power Rangers win Brand Canvas 2026 top honours

"When wit meets excellence, magic happens." The national ad film event by BSmart ended on a high note

Lights, camera, brand! Power Rangers win Brand Canvas 2026 top honours
Updated On : 11 Aug 2026 | 11:09 PM IST

NSE's closing auction skews MF NAVs, creates winners and losers

New buyers lose out, redeemers gain; fund houses expect anomaly to even out over time

NSE's closing auction skews MF NAVs, creates winners and losers
Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 7:27 AM IST

Time to revisit largecaps, avoid concentration of small, midcaps: Axis MF

The fund house advises investors to rebalance portfolios towards large-cap stocks, citing improving earnings visibility, supportive macro conditions and attractive valuations

Time to revisit largecaps, avoid concentration of small, midcaps: Axis MF
Updated On : 31 Jul 2026 | 10:21 PM IST

Nippon India MF tops mutual fund industry with over 40 million folios

The mutual fund industry had 278.6 million folios at the end of June, with Nippon India MF accounting for 14.4 per cent (40.2 million folios) of the total

Nippon India MF tops mutual fund industry with over 40 million folios
Updated On : 26 Jul 2026 | 2:42 PM IST

Sebi moots MF-only PMS framework, lowers minimum investment to ₹25 lakh

In an overhaul of PMS regulations, Sebi also proposes expanding investment universe to to-be-listed, foreign securities

Sebi moots MF-only PMS framework, lowers minimum investment to ₹25 lakh
Updated On : 23 Jul 2026 | 10:52 PM IST

Equal-weight funds: Pick broader universe if risk appetite, horizon permit

Beware that funds with higher exposure to mid- and smallcaps are likely to be more volatile

Equal-weight funds: Pick broader universe if risk appetite, horizon permit
Updated On : 23 Jul 2026 | 10:40 PM IST

Overseas investment limit for MFs needs a fresh look: Umeshkumar Mehta

Umeshkumar Mehta of SAMCO Mutual Fund has called for a review of overseas investment limits, saying this will allow Indian investors to play global themes such as AI, semiconductors and biotechnology.

Overseas investment limit for MFs needs a fresh look: Umeshkumar Mehta
Updated On : 23 Jul 2026 | 2:29 PM IST

MFs set eyes on dormant balanced hybrid category after rule change

SBI MF, Kotak MF line up launches as ICICI Pru completes NFO

MFs set eyes on dormant balanced hybrid category after rule change
Updated On : 21 Jul 2026 | 10:20 PM IST

Chhoti SIPs gain scale but face high exit rush amid West Asia conflict

High market volatility, strained household budgets likely factors

Chhoti SIPs gain scale but face high exit rush amid West Asia conflict
Updated On : 15 Jul 2026 | 11:26 PM IST

Block deals, QIPs drove mutual funds' equity investments in June

Adani Enterprises, JSW Infra attract highest MF investments

Block deals, QIPs drove mutual funds' equity investments in June
Updated On : 15 Jul 2026 | 10:46 PM IST

RBI proposes one-time nod for MFs, insurers to raise bank stakes

The central bank has proposed a one-time approval mechanism for mutual funds, insurers and pension funds to acquire major shareholding in banks, replacing repeated approvals

RBI proposes one-time nod for MFs, insurers to raise bank stakes
Updated On : 14 Jul 2026 | 11:22 PM IST