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Sebi asks mutual fund industry to proactively conduct stress test

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YourStory · 1y ago

Sebi asks mutual fund industry to proactively conduct stress test

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has urged the mutual fund industry to conduct stress tests to improve risk management in the financial sector. Sebi's stress testing focuses on assessing and managing liquidity risks, particularly for small and midcap equity schemes. The regulator encourages the industry to conduct objective and credible industry-wide stress tests and enhance the communication of risks associated with mutual fund schemes. Sebi also plans to streamline operations, improve efficiency for investors, and introduce regulations for passively managed funds and higher-risk schemes.

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Will SEBI advisory impact investing strategy of smallcap funds?

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Money Control · 1y ago

Will SEBI advisory impact investing strategy of smallcap funds?

The Indian Mutual Funds industry is working towards meeting stress test results by March 15, as instructed by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The stress test looks into liquidity and volatility in small-cap and mid-cap funds, as well as their benchmark performance. However, there are concerns that this increased scrutiny may limit investment opportunities in small-cap funds. Fund managers believe SEBI's advisory will improve transparency and confidence in the industry, but investors are advised to be cautious due to high valuations in certain pockets.

SEBI flags froth in small and mid-cap stocks

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VCCircle · 1y ago

SEBI flags froth in small and mid-cap stocks

India's Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has expressed concerns about the inflated valuations of small and mid-cap stocks and the large inflows into mutual funds investing in these segments. SEBI has urged mutual fund trustees to evaluate whether lump sum investments in these funds are appropriate. The regulator recently requested mutual funds to disclose stress test results of small and mid-cap funds, enabling assessment of their ability to exit positions during times of stress. SEBI has also stated that it is gathering evidence on potential price manipulation in the small and medium enterprises' listings.

There is more to MF stress test than liquidity: Tata MF's Chandraprakash Padiyar

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Money Control · 1y ago

There is more to MF stress test than liquidity: Tata MF's Chandraprakash Padiyar

Tata Mutual Fund recently revealed surprising numbers regarding liquidity during a stress test mandated by SEBI. The Tata Small Cap scheme, with a corpus size of around Rs 6,000 crore, stated that it would take 35 days to liquidate 50 percent of its portfolio. This information raises concerns and suggests potential challenges for the fund.

SEBI asks mutual funds to stop accepting inflows in ETFs investing overseas

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Money Control · 1y ago

SEBI asks mutual funds to stop accepting inflows in ETFs investing overseas

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has instructed the Association of Mutual Funds of India (AMFI) to stop accepting investments into funds that invest in overseas ETFs from April 1. This decision follows the mutual fund industry having reached its $7 billion limit for investing in foreign stocks and funds in January 2022. The limit for investing in overseas ETFs is $1 billion, which is close to being reached. As a result, fund houses will be required to halt investments in these funds.

SEBI mutual fund stress test: Quant MF says smallcap fund to take 22 days for 50% liquidation

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Money Control · 1y ago

SEBI mutual fund stress test: Quant MF says smallcap fund to take 22 days for 50% liquidation

Quant Mutual Fund has disclosed the time taken for liquidation of its Quant Mid Cap Fund and Quant Small Cap Fund portfolios. The liquidation time for 50 percent of the portfolios is six days for the Quant Mid Cap Fund and 22 days for the Quant Small Cap Fund. For 25 percent of the portfolios, the liquidation time is three days for the Quant Mid Cap Fund and 11 days for the Quant Small Cap Fund. This disclosure comes in response to the Association of Mutual Funds in India's request for fund houses to conduct stress tests and publish the results. Quant Mutual Fund is one of the first fund houses to publish this data.

Plans to make mutual fund rules more investor and industry friendly: SEBI official

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Plans to make mutual fund rules more investor and industry friendly: SEBI official

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is reviewing mutual fund regulations to make them more investor-friendly and industry-aligned. SEBI aims to simplify lengthy rules to accommodate evolving investor needs and industry innovations. The review includes scheme categorisation norms and new product offerings, while considering industry feedback. SEBI also plans to enhance financial literacy and mutual fund penetration, particularly in underserved regions, with a focus on stakeholder collaboration for sustainable financial growth and empowerment.

Stress Test: HDFC MF’s Rs 28,600 crore small-cap fund to take 42 days for 50% liquidation

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Money Control · 1y ago

Stress Test: HDFC MF’s Rs 28,600 crore small-cap fund to take 42 days for 50% liquidation

HDFC Small Cap Fund, with Rs 28,599 crore AUM, would take 42 days to sell off half of its portfolio, while Nippon India Small Cap Fund would require only 27 days. In the mid-cap segment, HDFC Mid-Cap Opportunities Fund would take 23 days to liquidate 50 percent of its portfolio. HSBC Mutual Fund is yet to declare the results of the stress test. The funds are also analyzed based on allocation, concentration, volatility, and beta ratio. These stress tests aim to inform investors about the risks and impacts of market volatility on fund liquidity.

DSP MF breaks new ground with India’s first retail offshore fund from GIFT City

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Livemint · 1m ago

DSP MF breaks new ground with India’s first retail offshore fund from GIFT City

DSP Mutual Fund has launched India's first retail-centric offshore mutual fund from GIFT City. The DSP Global Equity Fund allows Indian investors to participate with a minimum of $5,000 in global stocks, bypassing Sebi caps and foreign platforms through a tax-efficient route. This fund, introduced on June 2, 2025, aims to broaden retail access to international finance, operating under GIFT City's updated framework, and serves as a test of the hub's potential beyond institutional investors.

SEBI sets timelines for NFO fund deployment by asset management companies

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SEBI sets timelines for NFO fund deployment by asset management companies

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced timelines for the deployment of funds raised through New Fund Offers (NFOs) by asset management companies (AMCs) and relaxed regulations to align the interests of AMC employees with unitholders. SEBI emphasizes the need for accountability and trust among investors and has mandated stress testing disclosure for mutual fund schemes to provide transparency. The new framework also allows investors to exit the scheme without paying an exit load if funds are not deployed within the specified timeline. SEBI aims to discourage the collection of excess funds during NFOs.

Capitalmind Secures SEBI approval to launch Mutual Fund

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Capitalmind Secures SEBI approval to launch Mutual Fund

Capitalmind Financial Services Pvt. has received SEBI approval to launch Capitalmind Mutual Fund, aiming to bring quantitative investment strategies to retail investors. The Bengaluru-based firm's new mutual fund arm will extend its sophisticated, rules-based strategies to a broader audience, beginning with active equity funds. This development marks a strategic evolution, utilizing the firm's technology stack for efficient operations, as it joins India’s vibrant mutual fund industry to help more Indians achieve their financial goals.

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