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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
SUMIT Question by SUMIT on Dec 12, 2023Hindi
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Hello Sir, I am Sumit. I have been investing in MF since 2018 via regular SIP and lumpsum amounts as per the availability of funds. At present I am having following SIP in my account (1) DSP Flexicap Fund (Rs. 15000), (2) ICICI Prud Banking and Financial (Rs. 10000), (3) Kotak Emerging Equity Fund (Rs 15000), (4) Nippon Small Cap Fund (Rs 5000), (5) Kotak Focused Equity Fund (Rs 10000) and Also following in my mother's name (a) Axis MidcapFund (Rs 5000), (b) DSP Flexicap Fund (Rs 5000) Till May 2023 the SIP was of Rs 40000 which I have increased to 55000 from my account. I have invested around Rs 53 lakh till Dec 2023 and its value as per the present market rate is Rs 81 Lakh. Are these Funds / SIPs properly spread out ? I intend to create 2 Cr by June 2025. Please advise on existing funds or changes to be done. Thank you.

Ans: It's great to see your disciplined approach to investing in mutual funds. Your portfolio appears to be diversified across different categories, which is a good practice for managing risk. However, here are a few considerations and suggestions:

Diversification: Your portfolio seems heavily focused on equity funds, especially mid-cap and small-cap funds. While these funds can offer higher growth potential, they also come with higher risk. Consider diversifying into other categories like large-cap or flexi-cap funds to spread out risk.

Performance Review: Evaluate the performance of each fund in your portfolio relative to its benchmark index and peers. If any fund consistently underperforms or does not align with your investment objectives, consider replacing it with a better-performing alternative.

Risk Assessment: Given your goal of achieving Rs 2 Crore by June 2025, assess whether your current asset allocation aligns with your risk tolerance and investment horizon. Adjust your portfolio composition accordingly to balance risk and return potential.

Continued Monitoring: Keep a close watch on market developments, economic indicators, and fund performance. Regularly review your portfolio to ensure it remains aligned with your financial goals and make adjustments as necessary.

Consultation: Consider consulting with a financial advisor who can provide personalized guidance based on your financial situation, goals, and risk profile. They can help you optimize your portfolio and make informed investment decisions.

Remember that achieving your financial goals requires patience, discipline, and periodic review of your investment strategy. By staying informed and making prudent investment decisions, you can work towards building wealth and achieving your objectives.
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Sir, request your kind advice and guidance on this please. My age is 46 years and I am expecting corpus of Rs 1 Cr in 10 years. I have read your unbiased views on various queries from MF investment enthusiasts. Your feedback has been very impressive and really helps people like us. My heartfelt gratitude and thanks for the same. Sir, I have following mutual fund SIPs and I would seek your guidance on whether these are OK, or any course correction required. LUMP SUMP INVESTMENTS split as below. Aditya Birla Sun Life Focused Equity Fund - Gr in March 2022 value Rs 62434. Current value is Rs 59218 Axis Growth Opportunities Fund - Gr in March 2022 value Rs 62122. Current value is Rs 57015 Edelweiss Arbitrage Fund - Gr in April 2021 value Rs 45567. Current value is Rs 47660 L&T Arbitrage Opportunities Fund - Gr in July 2021 value Rs 65730. Current value is Rs 69077 Nippon India Arbitrage Fund - Gr in July 2021 value Rs 49595. Current value is Rs 51859 SIP: Total monthly SIP of Rs 25000, split as below: Axis Bluechip Fund - Gr, monthly investment Rs 2500 Axis Focused 25 Fund - Gr, monthly investment Rs 2000 Canara Robeco Flexi Cap Fund - Gr, monthly investment Rs 2000 Edelweiss Mid Cap Fund - Regular Gr, monthly investment Rs 5000 Invesco India Contra Fund - Gr monthly investment Rs 2000 Kotak Emerging Equity Fund - Gr, monthly investment Rs 2000 Kotak Flexicap Fund - Gr, monthly investment Rs 2500 L&T Midcap Fund - Gr, monthly investment Rs 5000 SBI Flexicap Fund - Gr, monthly investment Rs 2000 Total portfolio amount as on date is Rs 14 lakh.
Ans: Funds are good, please continue, don’t increase funds; if you need to top up, do in the existing schemes.

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