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Mutual Funds, Financial Planning Expert - Answered on Apr 18, 2024

Ramalingam Kalirajan has over 23 years of experience in mutual funds and financial planning.
He has an MBA in finance from the University of Madras and is a certified financial planner.
He is the director and chief financial planner at Holistic Investment, a Chennai-based firm that offers financial planning and wealth management advice.... more
Asked by Anonymous - Apr 18, 2024Hindi
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Hi sir, I'm 25y old. I've started investing on May 2022 in mutual funds through SIP for long term 25-30years. Right now I've 45k of invested amount in MF Portfolio. I've emergency fund in FD of 60k and I've health and term insurance for me and family. My MF portfolio: Parag Parikh flexi cap - 2.5k Nippon small cap - 2k Axis bluechip - 1k Navi nifty50 index fund -500 And I'm planning to add zerodha largemidcap 250 index fund. Can you please review my portfolio and any suggestions on changes?

Ans: You've made a solid start by investing in mutual funds through SIPs at a young age with a long-term horizon. Your financial planning approach, including having an emergency fund and insurance coverage, is commendable. Let's review your MF portfolio:

Diversification: Your portfolio consists of flexi cap, small cap, bluechip, and index funds, providing a good mix across market caps and investment styles.
Flexi Cap: Parag Parikh flexi cap fund offers flexibility across market caps and geographies, suitable for long-term growth.
Small Cap: Nippon small cap fund provides exposure to smaller companies with high growth potential, though small caps can be more volatile.
Large Cap: Axis bluechip and Navi nifty50 index fund focus on established large-cap companies, offering stability and growth potential.
Index Fund: Zerodha largemidcap 250 index fund aims to replicate the performance of the top 250 companies by market cap, providing diversification across large and mid-cap segments.
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Continue SIPs: Continue with your SIPs to benefit from rupee cost averaging and the power of compounding over the long term.
Review and Rebalance: Periodically review your portfolio to rebalance if any fund deviates significantly from its intended allocation.
Asset Allocation: As you add more funds, consider maintaining a balanced asset allocation based on your risk tolerance. Ensure you're not overly concentrated in one segment.
Monitor Performance: Keep an eye on the performance of your funds. If any fund consistently underperforms its benchmark or peers, consider re-evaluating its place in your portfolio.
Emergency Fund: Ensure your emergency fund remains intact and consider increasing it over time to cover 3-6 months of living expenses.
Professional Advice: Given your long-term investment horizon, consider consulting a certified financial planner to fine-tune your investment strategy, align it with your goals, and ensure optimal diversification.
Overall, your portfolio is off to a good start. With disciplined investing and periodic reviews, you're on track for long-term wealth creation. Keep up the good work!
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Ans: It's commendable that you're actively managing your mutual fund portfolio to align with your financial goals, especially with retirement on the horizon. Your diversified approach across various mutual fund categories reflects a well-thought-out strategy.

Starting SIPs in UTI Nifty 50 index fund, Parag Parikh flexicap, Quant flexi cap, ICICI Midcap 150 index fund, and Kotak large & midcap fund indicates a mix of passive and active strategies catering to different market segments. This diversification can potentially help mitigate risk while optimizing returns over time.

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Decide your goal & make a road map to achieve it. Follow it diligently & avoid distractions that come along the journey. If you are unable to control your negative thoughts seek professional counseling. All the best.
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