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13 Oct 2026
Best flexi cap mutual funds to invest in October 2026
Flexi cap mutual funds have the freedom to invest anywhere depending on the view of the fund manager. For example, he or she might invest more in large cap stocks. Or in a bull market she might invest more in mid cap or small cap stocks. Investors should be extremely careful about this aspect. Investors should make sure that they are choosing a scheme that is in line with their risk appetite. For example, some flexi cap schemes may be more conservative than others. It is for you to identify the one that suits your temperament.
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Investors shrug off bear party, put big money into equity mutual funds
Equity mutual fund inflows reached a five-month high in September with ₹38,306.55 crore invested. Small-cap and mid-cap funds attracted significant interest from investors despite market instability. Debt funds faced substantial outflows of ₹1.83 lakh crore primarily from liquid and money market schemes. The industry's total assets under management decreased by 5.1% as of September 30. Gold ETFs saw inflows surge to ₹4,451 crore amid increased investor interest in safe-haven assets.
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NFO Alert: Invesco Mutual Fund’s SummitSIF launches active asset allocator long-short fund
Invesco Mutual Fund’s Summit SIF has launched the Summit Active Asset Allocator Long-Short Fund, an interval investment strategy offering exposure to multiple arbitrage opportunities across equities, debt, indices, commodities and special situations. The new fund offer is open for subscription until October 26, with a minimum investment of Rs 10 lakh for investors.
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28 mutual fund NFOs raise over Rs 2,700 crore in September; Tata CRISIL-IBX Financial Services 3-6 Months Debt Index Fund leads
Indian mutual funds launched 28 open-ended NFOs in September, collecting Rs 2,708 crore according to AMFI data. Equity and index categories led collections, driven by strong investor interest in sector-specific offerings, including the Tata CRISIL-IBX Financial Services 3-6 Months Debt Index Fund which raised Rs 544 crore.
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Mid, smallcap fund inflows surge in September, largecaps see comeback. What does it hint?
Despite market corrections in September, small and midcap mutual funds recorded strong monthly inflows of Rs 9,038 crore and Rs 7,834 crore respectively. Largecap funds also returned to positive territory with Rs 859 crore in inflows, signaling strong investor confidence and strategic value buying across all capitalisations.
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Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund: Bharti Airtel, Indus Towers and Petronet LNG among 13 stocks bought in September
Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund added 13 stocks and exited The Great Eastern Shipping Company in September. Its portfolio shrank to 33 stocks, while cash, debt, money market instruments and arbitrage positions accounted for 9.77% of holdings.
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AMFI Data: MF SIP inflows hit record high of Rs 32,490 crore in September
Mutual fund SIP inflows touched a record Rs 32,490 crore in September, rising 11% year-on-year. Equity mutual fund inflows surged 31% month-on-month to Rs 38,306 crore, led by smallcap funds, which attracted a record Rs 9,038 crore for the third consecutive month as the top category. Meanwhile, ELSS funds recorded net outflows for the 14th straight month.
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Equity mutual fund inflows jump 31% MoM to Rs 38,306 crore in September; smallcap funds log record collection
In September, equity mutual fund inflows surged by 31% month-on-month, totaling Rs 38,306 crore. Smallcap mutual funds notably drew in record inflows of Rs 9,038 crore for the third month straight. Conversely, debt funds experienced a considerable outflow of Rs 1.83 lakh crore. Mid cap and flexi cap funds also enjoyed significant inflows, while ELSS funds continued their streak of net outflows for the 14th consecutive month.
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MF Tracker: Mirae Asset NYSE FANG+ ETF FoF tops 5-year CAGR charts with 39% returns. Can the rally last?
The Mirae Asset NYSE FANG+ ETF FoF has delivered an impressive five-year CAGR of around 39%, clearly outpacing its peers, particularly during the US tech stock surge. However, 2022 marked a considerable downturn for the fund, prompting experts to recommend caution with international investments, given rising premiums and fluctuating markets. For optimal long-term outcomes, investors should consider a well-balanced domestic equity portfolio.
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