Top Small-Cap and Flexi-Cap Mutual Funds Show Strong Returns Over Five Years
Small-cap and flexi-cap mutual funds have attracted significant investor interest, with several schemes delivering strong returns over three to five years. Bandhan Small Cap and Invesco India Small Cap led small-cap funds with annualised returns above 20%, while flexi-cap funds like Parag Parikh and HDFC offered returns ranging from 14% to 21%. Factors such as volatility, asset size, and expense ratios also varied across funds, influencing investor choices. These funds continue to be popular options for medium-term equity investments.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
economictimes broke this story on 14 Sept, 08:41 am. Other outlets followed.