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Nikunj Saraf has more than five years of experience in financial markets and offers advice about mutual funds. He is vice president at Choice Wealth, a financial institution that offers broking, insurance, loans and government advisory services. Saraf, who is a member of the Institute Of Chartered Accountants of India, has a strong base in financial markets and wealth management.... more
ronik Question by ronik on Oct 04, 2022Hindi
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Hello sir, i am currently invested in all these mutual funds. Do kindly suggest me if i need to change my portfolio to generate 5cr in 20 years.

Sips:

Quant small cap -5000
Canara robbeco small cap - 5000
Parag parikh flexi cap - 5000
Icici prudential bse sensex index fund- 5000
Pgim india midcap opportunity fund - 5000
Parag parikh liquid fund - 10000
L&t emerging equities fund- 3000
Aditya birla sunlife mutual fund -3000

RD: Sbi – 15000

Ans: Hi ronik subba. I guess you have already maintained well diversified portfolio. In accordance with your requirements, the current diversification is correctly invested. If you wish to add more sips in your portfolio in future, you can explore large cap category too. Considering all factors, this category seems to be missing.

Also to achieve corpus of 5 Cr, in next 20 years, your current invested sip amount is perfect.

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Sir, I started investing in mutual funds as SIP ten year back and here are the funds which I am investing. Please take a look and let me know if I need to do any changes in my portfolio. I am planning to invest for a period of 10 years. I want approximately corpus 1 cr after 10 year Also suggest me if I need to do any changes in my portfolio. SBI Small Cap Fund Regular Growth 2000 SBI Long Term Equity Fund 1000 SBI Equity Hybrid Fund Regular 1000 Motilal Oswal Midcap 30 1000 L&T Tax Advantage Fund - Growth 1000 HDFC Top 100 Fund - Regular Plan 1000 DSP Top 100 Equity Fund - Regular 1000 DSP Tax Saver Fund - Regular Plan - 3000 Axis Bluechip Fund - Regular 3000 Axis Flexi Cap Fund - Regular Growth 2000 DSP US Flexible Equity Fund - Gr 1000
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Portfolio Review and Assessment
Current Portfolio
SBI Small Cap Fund Regular Growth: Rs. 2000
SBI Long Term Equity Fund: Rs. 1000
SBI Equity Hybrid Fund Regular: Rs. 1000
Motilal Oswal Midcap 30: Rs. 1000
L&T Tax Advantage Fund - Growth: Rs. 1000
HDFC Top 100 Fund - Regular Plan: Rs. 1000
DSP Top 100 Equity Fund - Regular: Rs. 1000
DSP Tax Saver Fund - Regular Plan: Rs. 3000
Axis Bluechip Fund - Regular: Rs. 3000
Axis Flexi Cap Fund - Regular Growth: Rs. 2000
DSP US Flexible Equity Fund - Growth: Rs. 1000
Diversification and Fund Overlap
Analysis of Fund Types
Small Cap Fund: SBI Small Cap Fund
ELSS Funds: SBI Long Term Equity Fund, DSP Tax Saver Fund, L&T Tax Advantage Fund
Hybrid Fund: SBI Equity Hybrid Fund
Midcap Fund: Motilal Oswal Midcap 30
Large Cap Funds: HDFC Top 100 Fund, DSP Top 100 Equity Fund, Axis Bluechip Fund
Flexi Cap Funds: Axis Flexi Cap Fund
International Fund: DSP US Flexible Equity Fund
Suggested Changes
Reducing Redundancies
Your portfolio has multiple funds in similar categories, which might lead to overlapping. Reducing the number of funds can streamline your portfolio and enhance returns. Here are some suggestions:

Consolidate Large Cap Funds: You have three large cap funds (HDFC Top 100, DSP Top 100, Axis Bluechip). Choose the best performer and consolidate the investment.

Consolidate ELSS Funds: You have three ELSS funds (SBI Long Term Equity, DSP Tax Saver, L&T Tax Advantage). Pick one or two with the best performance and consistency.

Review Hybrid Fund: Hybrid funds provide balanced exposure. Evaluate if the SBI Equity Hybrid Fund aligns with your risk profile and goals. If not, consider redirecting this investment to better-performing equity funds.

Strategic Allocation
Balanced Allocation
Equity Funds: Focus on a mix of large cap, mid cap, and small cap funds for growth potential. A well-diversified portfolio can mitigate risks while maximizing returns.

Tax Saving: Continue with one or two ELSS funds for tax saving under Section 80C.

International Exposure: Retain a portion in international funds like DSP US Flexible Equity to diversify geographical risks.

Sample Rebalanced Portfolio
Large Cap: Choose one or two from HDFC Top 100 Fund, DSP Top 100 Equity Fund, Axis Bluechip Fund (Rs. 6000)

Mid Cap: Continue with Motilal Oswal Midcap 30 (Rs. 1000)

Small Cap: Continue with SBI Small Cap Fund (Rs. 2000)

Flexi Cap: Continue with Axis Flexi Cap Fund (Rs. 2000)

Tax Saving (ELSS): Select one or two from SBI Long Term Equity Fund, DSP Tax Saver Fund, L&T Tax Advantage Fund (Rs. 4000)

International Fund: Continue with DSP US Flexible Equity Fund (Rs. 1000)

Planning for Rs. 1 Crore Corpus
Regular Review
Monitor your portfolio regularly. Track the performance of your funds at least once a year and make adjustments as needed. Consistent review ensures alignment with your goals and market changes.

Increase SIP Amount Gradually
To achieve a corpus of Rs. 1 crore in ten years, consider gradually increasing your SIP amount. As your income grows, scaling up your investments can significantly impact your corpus.

Role of a Certified Financial Planner
A Certified Financial Planner (CFP) can provide personalized advice. They can help create a customized roadmap, considering your risk profile, goals, and market conditions. Consulting a CFP ensures your investments align with your financial objectives and market dynamics.

Systematic Withdrawal Plan (SWP)
For future planning, consider a Systematic Withdrawal Plan (SWP) during retirement. SWP allows you to withdraw a fixed amount regularly from your mutual fund investments. This provides a steady income while keeping the principal invested, ensuring continued growth.

Conclusion
Your disciplined investment approach is commendable. By streamlining your portfolio, focusing on well-performing funds, and regularly reviewing your investments, you can achieve your goal of a Rs. 1 crore corpus. Consult a Certified Financial Planner to tailor your strategy further.

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