LARGE CAP VS MIDCAP SMALL CAP INDIA
Planning a Rs 1 crore corpus in 10 years? Here’s how to optimise your mutual fund portfolio
Building long-term wealth through mutual funds requires a prudent mix of asset allocation, disciplined investing, and regular portfolio reviews.
Some small cap funds reopen, others stay closed: 5 key investor takeaways
Small-cap funds, which previously gated inflows due to stretched valuations and excessive liquidity, are now reopening. While some funds have lifted restrictions, others, particularly larger ones, maintain them, citing capacity constraints and liquidity risks. Investors should view these actions as risk management, not market timing signals.
Mutual funds bought 505 smallcap stocks in March crash. Two weeks later, they're winning big
Indian mutual funds bought smallcap stocks in March when retail investors sold. This strategy paid off as the Nifty Smallcap 250 index rose in April. Fund managers invested heavily in companies like Urban Company, Manappuram Finance, and Amber Enterprises. This broad buying across sectors indicates strong conviction.
Small & micro-caps charge to the front, bluechips need a FPI reload
Indian small and micro-cap stocks are bouncing back strongly after the West Asia conflict. Mid-cap shares are also nearing their pre-war highs. This recovery is powered by local investors returning to these beaten-down stocks. However, large blue-chip companies are still lagging behind. Foreign investors' caution towards India is limiting their gains.
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Investing in ability and quality of balance sheet? 5 large-cap stocks from different sectors with upside potential of up to 29%
Predicting the movement of the Nifty and Sensex is a fool’s task. Thursday’s trading on the market only underlines this truism. And it is in times of uncertainty that we tend to gravitate towards large-cap stocks because, over the long term, they do create wealth. But there is one more, equally compelling, reason why they should be preferred to mid- and small-cap stocks, especially in a phase where there is a time-wise correction – the kind where markets do not fall sharply but simply refuse to move higher for extended periods.
SIP portfolio under pressure? Here’s how to plan for a Rs 3-4 crore retirement corpus
A 34-year-old investor's Rs 30,000 monthly SIP portfolio, despite diversification, has seen short-term losses amid market volatility. Experts advise a more aggressive equity allocation and disciplined investing to achieve a Rs 3-4 crore retirement corpus by age 56, emphasizing compounding and regular reviews.
AMFI reshuffle: Mazagon Dock, GAIL may slip to midcap; Vodafone Idea eyes largecap upgrade
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders and GAIL are among eight stocks that may be downgraded to the midcap category, while Vodafone Idea, currently a midcap, could be upgraded to the largecap segment in AMFI’s semi-annual rejig in H2 CY26, according to Nuvama Institutional Equities.
Should you worry while investing in mutual fund with highest AUM? Expert suggests SIP tweak and strategy
High AUM mutual funds aren’t always a concern, but experts recommend tweaking SIP strategies and diversification to manage risks and optimise returns.
For investors with ability to think beyond FY27: 5 mid-cap stocks from different sectors with an upside potential up to 33%
The US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a claim by President Trump that negotiations are not dead in the water, and some tough talk from Iran. Together they ensured that confusion reigned over the fate of the Gulf war, with each cue impacting markets and crude oil prices in different ways. So, uncertainty is still the dominant theme for global markets. But then stock prices have also corrected, so the current situation presents opportunities as well.
Storm Rising! Safe transit for D-Street ends fast, short covering limits losses
Nifty fell 207 points or 0.9% to close at 23,842. Sensex declined 702 points or 0.9% to end at 76,847. Both Nifty and Sensex had declined as much as 2% during the day, but traders covered some of their bearish bets ahead of the financial markets holiday on Tuesday.
JioBlackRock Flexi Cap Fund exits Swiggy, 20 other stocks; adds ICICI Pru AMC and 9 more in March
JioBlackRock Mutual Fund’s Flexi Cap Fund exited Swiggy and 20 other stocks in March, while adding ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company and nine more. The fund also increased exposure to key largecaps, reflecting active portfolio reshuffling amid evolving market opportunities and valuation dynamics.
Your smart investment playbook for FY27: What to buy, what to avoid and how to diversify after a rough FY26
FY26 left your equity portfolio bruised. As FY27 begins, here’s how to heal it.
Small, mid and largecap mutual funds see sharp inflow surge in March. Is investor confidence rising?
Equity mutual funds saw a significant surge in monthly inflows during March, despite market downturns. This rise reflects a shift in investor behavior, with corrections now viewed as buying opportunities. Robust SIP flows and sustained confidence in India's growth outlook are key drivers behind this trend.
Good time to start SIPs: ICICI Prudential AMC's Sankaran Naren explains why markets are more attractive now
Sankaran Naren explains why markets are more attractive but unlikely to deliver outsized returns and shares his macro-driven approach with Sanket Dhanorkar.
PMS Tracker: March meltdown ensured 97% of strategies sank up to 22%; Money Grow, ASK Investment bled the most
Indian PMS strategies suffered steep losses in March, with 97% delivering negative returns amid a war-led market selloff. Small and midcap strategies were hardest hit, mirroring Nifty’s sharp decline, while only a few debt-oriented and select equity strategies managed marginal gains.
Time to increase the risk quotient? Maybe, but selectively: 5 large-caps from different sectors with upside potential of up to 28%
With Israel refusing to play ball and Iran maintaining its vice-like hold on the Strait of Hormuz, the ceasefire declared by US President Trump just a day ago already looks fragile. Little wonder, then, the market is not seeing any of the euphoria of Wednesday and is now under pressure once again. Of course, Thursday’s downmove could well be due to profit-booking after the big gains notched up yesterday. Either way, it is a time to be cautious and selective.
Best large & mid cap funds to invest in April 2026
Large & mid cap mutual funds invest a minimum of 35% in both large and mid-cap stocks, offering a blend of stability and risk. Fund managers have flexibility with the remaining corpus, making these schemes suitable for aggressive investors with a long-term horizon willing to take on extra risk.
Best small cap mutual funds to invest in April 2026
Despite a challenging 2025 with negative returns, small cap mutual funds saw renewed investor interest in February 2026 with significant inflows. While valuations are considered rich and market volatility persists, advisors suggest staggered investments in these high-risk, high-reward schemes for long-term wealth creation.
Multicap funds gain traction, but risk from small-cap exposure persists
Multicap funds are gaining traction as a comprehensive investment option, offering exposure to large, mid, and small-cap stocks. However, regulatory mandates requiring significant allocation to smaller stocks make them more susceptible to market volatility and deeper drawdowns during corrections, unlike more flexible categories.
Torn between largecap and smallcap funds? The sweet spot may be in the middle
Midcap funds have emerged as a stable investment option, delivering positive returns in FY26 while largecap and smallcap funds faltered. This outperformance is attributed to market flows and strong business performance in sectors like manufacturing and specialty chemicals, offering a balanced risk-return profile.
Best mid cap mutual funds to invest in April 2026
Mid-cap mutual funds have seen a strong rally, leading to investor anxiety about current valuations. While these companies offer future growth potential, they also carry significant risks, including corporate governance issues. Investors with high risk tolerance and a long-term horizon (7-10 years) are advised to proceed with caution, focusing on regular investments rather than quick gains.
Fund managers back large-caps, stay wary of mid- & small caps
Following a market sell-off, fund managers indicate that share valuations are no longer stretched, though aggressive bets are still discouraged. While large-cap stocks have reached comfortable levels, skepticism remains for mid and small-cap segments. Investors are advised to stay invested and stagger entries through systematic or phased allocations.
Parag Parikh Flexi Cap and Quant Small Cap among 25 mutual funds that offer over 15% CAGR in 3, 5, 7 and 10 years
Nearly 25 equity mutual funds have offered over 15% CAGR in the last three, five, seven, and 10 years, according to a data analysis by ETMutualFunds. There were around 160 funds that have completed 10 years of existence in the market.
10-year equity performance tracker: Large vs mid vs small vs micro cap; which segment topped charts in last decade
Welcome to TrendMap, your guide to the performance of different investment segments. No single segment always leads. In this edition, we present a 10-year equity performance tracker, ranking annual returns across market-cap segments. Early 2026 is marked by weak momentum and broad consolidation due to geopolitical instability. By Sameer Bhardwaj.
Best large cap mutual funds to invest in April 2026
Mutual fund advisors are recommending large cap schemes for conservative investors amid market volatility and all-time highs. These funds invest in top 100 companies, offering relative safety and inflation-beating returns. Despite recent struggles to beat benchmarks, large cap funds remain a viable option for long-term goals, with specific schemes highlighted for April 2026.
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