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RBI inflation target review, liquid MFs' demand rises, S&P's sovereign rating India upgrade & more

The RBI has floated a discussion paper, seeking views on whether the 4% target should continue, if headline or core inflation should be tracked, and whether the current ±2% band should be tweaked.

Once on top, Mauritius no longer key source of non-resident MF investments

Domiciled vehicles lose traction as route for investments into Indian mutual funds

Angel One AMC launches Gold ETF, Gold ETF Fund of Fund: Who should invest?

Angel One Gold ETF will be listed on NSE, offering liquidity and ease of trading, and will hold 99.5 per cent pure gold

Low savings account interest rates fuel a rush to liquid mutual funds

Net new account openings swell to 220,000 in 2025

Nuvama upbeat on AMCs, RTAs; backs HDFC AMC, Nippon Life, KFin; here's why

The brokerage expects asset management companies (AMCs) and registrar and transfer agents (RTAs) to post a recovery in quarterly earnings, supported by steady inflows and stable equity markets.

Record equity inflows in July push mutual funds' AUM beyond ₹75 trn

Equity mutual funds logged record monthly inflows in July on strong SIPs and NFOs, pushing industry AUM past Rs 75 trillion for the first time despite market volatility

DSP Mutual Fund unveils India's first passive flexicap quality index fund

The scheme tracks the Nifty500 Flexicap Quality 30 Index and uses momentum-based allocation to shift between largecaps and small- and midcaps for alpha generation

SIPs in equity mutual funds deliver steady gains despite market wobbles

Majority of diversified equity schemes deliver over 5% SIP return in 1 year even as market falters

FPIs still drive stock prices despite holdings at decade-low levels

Companies with rising FPI stakes in June 2025 quarter delivered 21.73% returns on average, outpacing mutual funds, LIC, and other investor cohorts

Round trip to nowhere: Markets break a sweat, but not new ground

Markets moved. Wealth didn't. One year later, it's deja vu for investors

ED arrests ex-Axis MF manager in ₹2 trillion front-running scam probe

Viresh Joshi, a former chief trader and fund manager of Axis Mutual Fund, has been arrested under the anti-money laundering law in a case linked to alleged cheating of investors to the tune of Rs 2 lakh crore by 'front-running' in trade activities, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) said on Sunday. A special Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) court has sent Joshi, who was taken into custody on Saturday, to ED custody till August 8, the agency said. Front-running refers to an unethical and illegal practice in the securities market in which brokers or traders execute orders for their own benefit using advance knowledge of pending client orders. This malpractice compromises market integrity and disadvantages other investors. The federal probe agency launched searches in the case on August 1, covering multiple premises in Delhi, Mumbai, Gurugram, Ludhiana, Ahmedabad, Bhavnagar, Bhuj and Kolkata. The ED has been investigating the matter under the civil provisions of the Foreign ...

Nippon India mutual fund opens Leh branch to boost border inclusion

In a bid to deepen financial inclusion, Nippon Life India Asset Management Ltd has opened a branch in Leh and is looking to expand its presence in border areas, its CEO Sundeep Sikka said. With this, Nippon Life India Asset Management (NAM India) -- promoted by Japan's Nippon Life Insurance Company -- becomes the only asset management company in the country to establish a physical presence in such a high-altitude region. This marks NAM India's 167th branch and its presence in 266 pin codes across the country. Explaining the reason for opening the branch, Sikka said Ladakh, a Union Territory known for its breathtaking landscapes, has seen a surge in tourism and economic activity in recent years. However, the region's financial landscape remains relatively underdeveloped, with limited access to a diverse range of investment products. The average assets under management (AAUM) in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh stood at Rs 10,844 crore as of June 2025, accounting for less than 0.14 per ...

360 ONE Asset launches Multi Asset Allocation Fund: Who should invest?

360 One Multi Asset Allocation Fund is an open-ended scheme investing in a diversified portfolio of equities, debt, and commodities

Choppy mkts dent equity MF inflows; investor count up only 5.2% in H1

MF investor growth dropped to 5.2% in H1 2025 from 12% a year ago as volatility hit lumpsum inflows, while SIPs and existing investor participation remained strong

Bajaj Finserv AMC launches Equity Savings Fund; check key details here

Bajaj Finserv Equity Savings Fund will maintain an overall equity allocation of at least 65 per cent, including arbitrage, allowing it to qualify for equity-oriented taxation

Nippon AMC Q1 profit up 19%; BoI Mutual Fund launches midcap fund

Zerodha Fund House on Monday announced the launch of Zerodha Multi Asset Passive Fund of Fund

Multi-factor funds: Opt for quant model-run fund to eliminate manager risk

Be mindful that these funds do not have a track record, and changing market conditions can render a model obsolete

Mutual fund industry showcases resilience, growth: ICRA Analytics

The mutual fund industry has showcased resilience and growth potential with strong momentum in systematic investment plans (SIP) and inflows across diverse categories, a report, issued by research firm ICRA Analytics, said on Wednesday. The research report, citing the data of the Association of Mutual Funds of India (AMFI), said total assets under management (AUM) at the end of June touched Rs 74.41 lakh crore, supported by bullish equity markets and sustained retail interest. June marked a strong month for the industry with high inflows and robust investor participation across equity, hybrid and SIP categories, it said. Equity-oriented schemes continued to attract significant investor interest, with total net inflows touching Rs 23,587 crore in June. Debt funds saw moderate outflows in June, compared to May. Net outflow of debt schemes during June stood at Rs 1,711 crore, the report said. Hybrid funds witnessed high inflows at Rs 23,223 crore as investors favoured a balance ...

Motilal Oswal MF launches Special Opportunities Fund; check key details

Motilal Oswal Special Oppotunities Fund aims to generate long-term capital by investing in opportunities presented by special situations

Debt funds: Keep bulk of portfolio in short to medium-duration funds

India's 10-year benchmark bond yield, which fell to 6.13 per cent on June 6, closed at 6.31 per cent on July 15