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Is Investing in Both HDFC Top 100 and Nippon Large Cap a Redundancy?

Ramalingam Kalirajan |8077 Answers |Ask -Follow

Mutual Funds, Financial Planning Expert - Answered on Jan 20, 2025

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

Question by Piyuah on Oct 30, 2024Hindi

Hello, I have 2 MF's namely HDFC Top 100 Large Cap and Nippon Large Cap. One of my friends suggested that both of them are the same and that Nippon is better. He suggested that I opt out of HDFC and instead invest in small cap like Quant etc. please advice

Ans: Investing in two large-cap funds can lead to redundancy. Both funds may have overlapping stocks. Diversifying into different categories can enhance returns. Here’s a detailed assessment:

Large-Cap Funds: Key Considerations
Portfolio Overlap
Large-cap funds often invest in similar top companies. This reduces diversification.

Performance Consistency
Large-cap funds offer stability but may lag in delivering high returns.

Expense Ratio Impact
A higher expense ratio can lower your long-term returns.

Tax Efficiency
Capital gains on equity funds above Rs. 1.25 lakh are taxed at 12.5%.

Insights on HDFC Top 100 and Nippon Large-Cap
HDFC Top 100
This fund focuses on established blue-chip companies. It provides stable, long-term growth.

Nippon Large-Cap
This fund also invests in top market leaders. It may have a slightly aggressive approach.

Comparative Analysis
Both funds aim for similar objectives, leading to potential redundancy. Choosing one is more effective.

Why Diversify Beyond Large-Cap Funds?
Small-Cap Funds
These offer higher growth potential but come with higher risk.

Flexi-Cap Funds
These provide flexibility to invest across large, mid, and small-cap stocks.

Sectoral Funds
These are ideal for those confident in specific industry performance.

Should You Switch From HDFC to Small-Cap?
Switching depends on your goals and risk appetite:

For Moderate Risk
Retain one large-cap fund and invest in a flexi-cap fund.

For High Growth
Consider allocating funds to small-cap or mid-cap funds.

Importance of Avoiding Direct Funds
Professional Monitoring
Certified Financial Planners actively manage regular plans.

Cost-Benefit Analysis
Direct funds save on commissions but need regular tracking by you.

Guidance Benefits
Regular plans provide guidance and periodic reviews, optimising your portfolio.

Actionable Recommendations
Retain only one large-cap fund. Choose based on lower expense ratio and consistent performance.

Diversify into small-cap or flexi-cap funds for higher growth potential.

Align your investments with your risk profile and financial goals.

Avoid relying solely on direct funds. Seek advice from a Certified Financial Planner.

Final Insights
Balancing large-cap stability with small-cap growth can maximise returns. Select one large-cap fund and diversify wisely. Consult a Certified Financial Planner for tailored advice.

Best Regards,

K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,

Chief Financial Planner,

www.holisticinvestment.in
https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticInvestment

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