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Comparison of Active vs Passive Small-Cap and Diversified Equity Mutual Fund Returns

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Comparison of Active vs Passive Small-Cap and Diversified Equity Mutual Fund Returns

Analysed 25 Sept 2026·2 sources analysed·India·Business
Comparison of Active vs Passive Small-Cap and Diversified Equity Mutual Fund ReturnsPreviousNext

Active and passive small-cap mutual funds differ in investment approach and returns, with active funds generally outperforming the Nifty Smallcap 250 TRI benchmark over one year. The Trust MF Small Cap Fund led active funds with a 30.04% return, while the top passive fund returned 6.13%. Separately, diversified equity mutual funds show varied three-year performances, with some small- and mid-cap funds delivering over 23% returns. Positive alpha values indicate certain funds have outperformed their benchmarks on a risk-adjusted basis, reflecting effective management strategies.

Sentiment
51%
TBN's observations

First-hand measurement across 2 sources

We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (51/100). Lens Score 26/100.

Outlets measured: mint, mint. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.

AI analysis of 2 sources · Published under editorial oversight by The Balanced News
Analysed 25 Sept 2026· How this analysis is produced· Editorial standards· Corrections

AI Analysis

Sentiment — Neutral (51/100)

Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.

Coverage timeline

mint broke this story on 25 Sept, 02:39 pm. Other outlets followed.

25 Sept, 02:39 pm2 sources · 4 h25 Sept, 06:17 pm
AI analysis by the TBN Bias Engine · beat methodology byMrunal Wange· Business & Economy Editor· editorial standards byOjas Kale
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  • Story context

    Category
    Business
    Location
    India
    Sources analysed
    2
    Last analysed
    25 Sept 2026
    Key entities
    Mutual fundBenchmarkingEquity (finance)Market capitalizationIndex fundInvestment strategyStockSecurity (finance)Investment managementExchange-traded fundDividendAlpha (finance)