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Changing dynamics: Non-bank distributors widen lead in MF commissions

An analysis of MF commission data by Kotak Institutional Equities shows that non-bank distributors accounted for 75 per cent of total commission payouts in FY25, up from 65 per cent in FY18

Capitalmind Flexi Cap Fund surpasses AUM of ₹100 crore in 35 days

Capitalmind Mutual Fund on Monday announced that its first scheme, Capitalmind Flexi Cap Fund, has crossed Rs 100 crore in Assets Under Management (AUM), achieving the milestone in 35 days. In a statement, the company said its scheme had "surpassed Rs 100 crore in Assets Under Management as of August 22, 2025 " after launching the fund on July 18. By September 7, the scheme's asset base had crossed Rs 120 crore, driven by over 5,100 unique investors, more than 1,800 empanelled distributors and 1,600 systematic investment plan (SIP) transactions. "Crossing Rs 100 crore this quickly is a celebration of our community-- investors, partners, and our team -- who believe a systematic, evidence-based approach belongs at the centre of retail investing," Deepak Shenoy, CEO of Capitalmind Asset Management, said. Looking ahead, Capitalmind Mutual Fund said it will deepen SIP participation, strengthen platform and distributor integrations. In April, Capitalmind Financial Services secured final

Sebi board likely to relax rules for MFs, large IPO, FPIs in Friday meet

The regulator may allow MFs to expand business, ease IPO dilution norms, simplify FPI rules and tighten governance of MIIs at its September 12 board meeting

MFs vs PMS: Let corpus size and need for flexibility guide choice

In a pooled structure, your fate is tied to the collective behaviour of all investors. In a non-pooled one, your portfolio stands on its own

Demat account openings slow in August; total count rises to 205 million

Market participants said account openings have moderated in recent months as equity returns plateau

Credit risk funds: Opt if net yield premium over safer funds is substantial

Investors with high risk-bearing capacity may allocate 5-10% of their fixed-income portfolio

MFs' equity buying surges to 10-month high in August, shows strong inflows

Equity mutual fund (MF) investments surged in August to a 10-month high, indicating strong inflows into equity MF schemes post-July's record highs, despite a market correction

NFO Alert! Bandhan MF launches Sector Leaders Index Fund: check key details

Bandhan BSE India Sector Leaders Index Fund provides investors with exclusive access to leading companies across various economic sectors

PhonePe, DSP Finance launch loans against mutual funds up to Rs 2 crore

PhonePe has introduced a loans against mutual funds product with DSP Finance, offering secured credit lines up to Rs 2 crore with flexible repayment and portfolio continuity

RBI Bulletin: Mutual funds to bank deposit ratio up 2.5x in 10 years

As MF AUM to bank deposit ratio doubles in 10 years

Market complacent on tariffs; additional 25% pure hypocrisy: Nilesh Shah

If someone wants 25 per cent returns, I don't see opportunities. For high single-digit or low double-digit returns, there are plenty, says Nilesh Shah of Kotak AMC in this exclusive interview.

Sponsor banks boost MF flows as SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank add heft

Bank-sponsored fund houses led by SBI, HDFC, and ICICI drove MF inflows in FY25, aided by their vast customer base and distribution networks

Fund pick: Invesco India Large & Mid Cap Fund is on a growth accelerator

The scheme's investment objective is to ensure long-term capital appreciation through a portfolio that predominantly invests in equity and equity-related securities of large- and mid-cap companies

DIIs pump record ₹7.1 trillion into equities, offsetting heavy FPI outflows

Domestic institutional investors, led by mutual funds, have invested Rs 7.1 trillion in equities over the past year, cushioning markets from persistent FPI selling

AMFI inks pact with Dept of Posts to train 100K postmen to distribute MFs

Mutual fund industry body AMFI on Friday signed a pact with the Department of Posts to train one lakh postmen across India, enabling them to distribute mutual funds in remote areas. A memorandum of understanding in this regard was signed between AMFI and the postal department at an event here to mark AMFI's 30th foundation day. On this occasion, AMFI also announced a host of other initiatives to deepen financial literacy and expand reach of mutual fund products across the country. These measures include 'Nivesh Ka Sahi Kadam' an engaging multi-lingual content in 13+ regional languages, distributed through various channels including 30 on-ground investor camps across the country as well as 'Bharat Nivesh Rail Yatra' -- a first-of-its-kind initiative to bring investor education onboard Vande Bharat trains, making financial literacy accessible on the move. The event was attended by Sebi (Securities and Exchange Board of India) chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey, Sebi Whole-Time Member Amarjeet

Bond yields rise to around five-month high on fears of increased supply

Market participants said that the yield on the benchmark 10-year bond might rise to 6.58-6.60 per cent during the next week

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