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An equity fund is a type of mutual fund that invests in stocks/equity shares of companies of different market capitalization. Equity mutual funds are suitable for investors who are looking for a long-term investment and have a moderate to high-risk appetite. research.

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Hybrid mutual funds invest in a mix of asset classes, including equity, debt, allocating investments across various asset classes such as equity and debt. Hybrid funds are ideal for investors looking for a combination of capital protection as well as wealth creation.

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A mutual fund is an investment route where money is pooled from various individual investors and is invested in financial instruments like stocks, money market instruments, government bonds, and corporate bonds. Mutual funds are an excellent way to invest your money. They offer benefits like diversification and lower fees, but they also have some drawbacks.

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The mutual fund company hires a portfolio manager and other research staff to manage the portfolio, which means that when you buy shares in a mutual fund, you are actually buying a piece of the underlying assets that make up its holdings. This makes it possible for individual investors without much knowledge or expertise to participate in the stock market without having to worry about understanding complex financial concepts like "portfolio turnover."

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A mutual fund pools the investors’ money and allots units of the funds as per their share of the assets in the pool. This money is then invested in various types of mutual funds like debt, FOF, Bonds and other securities by a fund manager appointed by respective asset management company.

Mutual Funds in India are managed by professionals with significant knowledge. They are known as fund managers. They aim to grow your investments by investing your money in the best mutual fund schemes. They can help you invest in the best mutual funds in India and guide you about how to invest online.

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Mutual funds in India can be broadly classified into equity funds and debt funds. Equity mutual funds invest in stocks and equity-based securities, while debt funds invest in fixed income securities such as bonds, debentures, and commercial paper. Equity investments are riskier than debt investments, but they offer better returns over the long term. Mutual funds are also categorized into large-cap, mid-cap, small-cap, and multi-cap funds. The investment objective of a fund is to provide long-term capital appreciation while preserving the principal amount invested.

Further, mutual fund schemes can be categorised as:
Open-ended fund: This is a fund where an investor can invest, enter, exit, or redeem at their convenience. It does not have a fixed maturity date

Close-ended fund : A close-ended mutual fund has a fixed maturity date. An investor can online invest in this type of mutual fund scheme when it goes live as an NFO (New Fund Offer). Their money gets redeemed automatically when the fund matures. These funds are listed on stock exchange(s).

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There are several types of mutual fund schemes offered by asset management companies (AMCs). However, mutual funds are broadly categorized in the following four types:

Equity funds
Equity funds are the types of mutual funds that invest in equity and equity related instruments with the objective of delivering reasonable returns over the long term.

Debt funds
Debt funds are those mutual funds that invest in fixed-income securities with the objective of protecting the capital money and providing stable returns.

Hybrid funds
Hybrid funds are a category of mutual funds that adopt a balanced approach and invest the corpus in a mix of debt and equity instruments.

Solution-oriented funds
Solution oriented mutual funds primarily invest with a specific financial goal like education or retirement planning.

You can start investing in Mutual fund schemes through the AMCs website or from digital partners/platforms that are available in the market. Aditya Birla Capital has come up with an app to help you manage all your Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Funds in one place.

However, if you are investing in multiple financial institutions, it could get difficult to manage all websites and accounts. In such a case you can use digital distribution apps that show you your entire portfolio in one place.

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The best mutual funds vary from one investor to another and depends on personal financial goals, investment tenure, and risk appetite. To optimize the returns on mutual funds, it is recommended to diversify investments in different schemes.

The first step before you begin investing in a Mutual Fund Plan, is to understand your capacity to take a risk and the tenure you are comfortable with. Once you are clear on these primary concerns, you can select the best mutual funds for yourself. At Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund, we take pride in offering you some of the best mutual funds in India, all of which cater to individual needs.

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The minimum amount varies from one category to another and depends on the policy of the AMCs. The amount may vary from INR 100 to INR 5000 and higher. Most AMCs allow lower investments in SIPs in comparison to lump sum investments. To know the minimum investment amount, it is advisable to check the specific guidelines of the AMC.

Yes, many mutual funds offer the flexibility to invest as little as 500 rupees per month. This makes it accessible and convenient for a wide range of investors. What's more, by staying invested in mutual funds for the long term, you can harness the power of compounding. This means your wealth can grow exponentially over the long run as you earn returns not just on your initial investment, but also on the interest it generates over time.

Yes, you can invest 1000 rupees in a mutual fund. Many mutual funds have a minimum investment requirement, which can vary from fund to fund. Some mutual funds allow initial investments as low as 500 rupees or even lower through systematic investment plans (SIPs). SIPs allow you to invest a fixed amount regularly (such as monthly) rather than making a lump-sum investment.

There is no fixed average amount that an investor should invest in a mutual fund however, funds may have a minimum investment amount to make a portfolio.

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A mutual fund SIP is an investment option that allows investors to invest a certain predetermined amount in their chosen scheme at a regular interval. This eliminates the need for investors to time the market and offers a convenient and hassle-free way to invest.

SIPs (Systematic Investment Plan) are a better alternative to lumpsum investment in mutual funds. Having an SIP can help you reach your financial goals quicker by the following:

1. Instilling Financial Discipline
2. Reduce the fear of volatility in the stock market
3. Reduce the risk of not having investible surplus

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Anybody who has financial goals can invest in a mutual fund scheme. Whether your goals are long-term or short -term, mutual funds can help you reach your goals faster. We at Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund have mutual fund plans that suit every need of an investor. Once you know your risk appetite and preferred tenure for investment, you can choose the best mutual funds for yourself.

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Mutual fund investing has several benefits. It offers diversification as mutual funds pool money from several investors and invest the corpus across different asset classes. This inherent diversification reduces investment risk. Additionally, mutual funds are professionally managed eliminating investors to actively manage their investments. Another advantage is that investments can be as low as INR 500, which makes it accessible to most individuals. Mutual fund schemes cater to different requirements of investors ensuring each individual can invest in one that suits their risk appetite and financial goals.

Returns on mutual funds are earned as dividend or capital gains. Dividends are paid out of any profits made by the AMC. If the performance is good with surplus cash, the AMC may distribute some portion of it to the investors as dividend. Capital gains are the profits made when the units are sold at a price higher than the purchase cost. Both these types of returns are taxed as per the regulatory guidelines.

Mutual Funds in India, like any other investment are safe when you understand how to invest in them and the way they work. Investors who are investing in equity mutual funds do not have to worry about short-term fluctuation in returns. We at Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund aim to help our investors choose the best mutual fund for themselves, keeping in mind their goals and risk appetite to try and maximize long-term goals

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All mutual funds have some level of risk, but certain mutual fund types can offer lower risks compared to others. Index funds and large-cap mutual funds are generally considered lower risk due to their focus on stable, well-established companies or passive tracking of market indices. Debt funds also tend to be lower risk as they invest in fixed-income securities. Balanced or hybrid funds offer a mix of stocks and bonds, providing a balance between growth and stability. It's important to assess your own risk tolerance and investment goals before choosing a mutual fund.

ABSLMF offers investors the ease and convenience to open an account online. The entire process is free and paperless. After entering the basic details like name, contact, scheme, amount, and others, the entire process can be completed within a few minutes.

Yes, most mutual fund investments can be withdrawn at any time provided if is an open-ended scheme. However, if the investment is in ELSS funds, the minimum lock-in period is three years and funds cannot be withdrawn during this time. Additionally, please note some mutual funds may impose exit loads if you withdraw before a specified duration. It's advisable to check the terms and conditions of the specific mutual fund scheme for any applicable exit loads.

Yes, mutual fund returns are taxable in most situations:

15% tax – On an investment made in Equity oriented Mutual funds for less than 12 months
10% tax – On any investment that is made for more than 12 months on returns exceeding Rs. 1 Lakh
As Per Tax Slab – If Fund’s exposure to stocks is less than 65% and holding period is less than 65%
If the investment period is more than 3 years, capital gains will be taxed at 20% post indexation benefit

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Documents Required to invest in Mutual Funds in India via physical mode:

1. 1 Passport Size Photo
2. Copy PAN Card
3. Address proof with above documents
4. Attach the above documents with KYC Form with Signature

Documents Required to invest in Mutual Funds in India via online mode: 1. PAN card (Proof of Identity)
2. Address proof
3. Upload Photo
4. Upload signature
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The mutual fund corpus is invested in different assets, which are market-linked products. The returns on these market-linked products are not fixed. The value of these underlying assets may increase or decrease based on the economic conditions, which makes mutual fund investments subject to certain market risk.

You can redeem your units through Investor app or website. The money as per investments and units will be deposited to your account for Equity Schemes within (T+3 )working days and (T+1/ T+2 ) working days for Debt and Liquid Schemes (Please note: Refer SID for the specific scheme details) after your redemption is processed.

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Mutual funds are a good investment for investors who are looking to diversify their portfolio. To get the most of your investment, an investor could invest in different securities to reduce the portfolio risk.

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