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My Aditya Birla Sun Life PSU Equity Fund SIP is Performing Poorly. Should I Continue?

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Mutual Funds, Financial Planning Expert - Answered on Dec 23, 2024

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Nandini Question by Nandini on Dec 21, 2024Hindi
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Sir I have been investing in aditya birla sun life psu equity fund ,SIP of 5k every months, since April 2024 . Its performance is very very poor, since I have invested, even my principle amount has already drown in june ???????? Still I'm continuing my SIP regularly Kindly please advice me should i continue or make exit.

Ans: You have been consistently investing in a sector-specific fund. This demonstrates financial discipline, which is admirable. However, the fund's poor performance raises valid concerns.

1. Understand Sector-Specific Funds
PSU equity funds invest in public sector companies.

Their performance depends on the government’s policies and sectoral growth.

These funds can underperform during market corrections or sector-specific downturns.

2. Performance Evaluation of Your Fund
Short-term market volatility often affects sector funds.

Review the fund’s performance over 3 to 5 years instead of a few months.

Compare its returns with the benchmark index and peer funds in the same category.

3. Analyse Your Financial Goals
Consider if this fund aligns with your investment goals.

Sector funds are suitable only for specific, high-risk strategies.

If your goal requires stable and consistent returns, diversified funds are better.

4. Consider Opportunity Cost
Poor-performing funds can hinder your wealth creation journey.

Investing in well-managed diversified equity funds can yield better long-term growth.

Active fund management in large-cap or flexi-cap funds can provide a balanced risk-reward ratio.

5. Tax Implications on Exit
Redeeming investments within one year incurs short-term capital gains tax (20%).

For investments held beyond a year, long-term capital gains above Rs 1.25 lakh are taxed at 12.5%.

Evaluate your tax liability before exiting this fund.

6. Regular vs Direct Funds
Direct funds often lack the professional guidance available through regular plans.

A Certified Financial Planner can help you choose funds matching your goals and risk profile.

7. Steps for a 360-Degree Solution
Assess Your Portfolio
Review your overall portfolio, including other investments.

Check if any other funds are underperforming or overlapping in focus.

Diversify for Stability
Reallocate your SIP to diversified equity or flexi-cap funds.

These funds balance risk across multiple sectors and capitalise on growth opportunities.

Monitor Fund Performance
Regularly review the performance of all your investments.

Set clear benchmarks for evaluating their success.

8. Should You Continue or Exit?
Continue investing only if you believe the PSU sector will rebound in the long term.

Exit if you find consistent underperformance compared to the benchmark.

Redirect your SIP to better-performing, diversified funds for higher stability and returns.

Finally
Your decision should align with your long-term financial goals and risk tolerance. Consult with a Certified Financial Planner for a detailed portfolio review and actionable recommendations. This will ensure your investments grow steadily and meet your objectives.

Best Regards,

K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,

Chief Financial Planner,

www.holisticinvestment.in
https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticInvestment
DISCLAIMER: The content of this post by the expert is the personal view of the rediffGURU. Users are advised to pursue the information provided by the rediffGURU only as a source of information to be as a point of reference and to rely on their own judgement when making a decision.
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Sir I have been investing in quant psu fund ,SIP of 5k every months, since feb 2024 . Its performance is very very poor, since I have invested, even my principle amount has already drown in june ???????? Since I'm continuing my SIP regularly Kindly please advice me should i continue or make exit.
Ans: Your commitment to regular SIP investment is highly appreciable. Staying disciplined is a key strength in wealth creation. However, the underperformance of your fund requires a detailed review.

Performance Assessment of Sectoral or Thematic Funds

Sectoral funds, like PSU-focused funds, are dependent on specific sectors' performance.

They carry higher volatility compared to diversified equity funds.

Short-term market fluctuations may lead to temporary underperformance.

Limitations of Investing in Sectoral Funds

Lack of diversification increases risk due to sector concentration.

Performance is highly cyclical and depends on external factors.

Long-term patience is crucial as short-term results can be misleading.

Reviewing the Investment Horizon

Your SIP started recently, in February 2024.

Sector-specific funds often require a longer horizon for results.

Assess if your financial goals align with the fund’s nature.

Key Considerations Before Exiting the Fund

Check the fund's portfolio quality and sector exposure.

Analyse if the fund manager's strategy aligns with your objectives.

A Certified Financial Planner can help evaluate alternatives.

Should You Exit or Continue?

Exit if the fund consistently underperforms its benchmark and peers.

Continue if market conditions for the sector improve soon.

Consider switching to a diversified equity fund for stability.

Benefits of Diversified Equity Funds Over Sectoral Funds

Diversified funds spread risks across sectors and companies.

They offer better consistency in returns over the long term.

Active fund management adjusts investments based on market trends.

Role of a Certified Financial Planner

A Certified Financial Planner helps align your investments with your goals.

They provide insights on market trends and fund strategies.

Regular portfolio reviews ensure investments stay on track.

Tax Implications of Exiting Your Fund

If held for less than one year, STCG tax applies at 20%.

Gains above Rs 1.25 lakh held over a year incur 12.5% LTCG tax.

Understand the tax impact before making an exit decision.

Final Insights

Your SIP investment shows your financial discipline and focus. Review the fund’s performance with expert help. If it misaligns with your goals, consider switching to a diversified equity fund. Long-term planning ensures financial stability and growth.

Best Regards,

K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,

Chief Financial Planner,

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

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Hi, I am 46 years old residing in a B Town in India. I have 2 daughters one 16 years old and second 7 years old. I have Savings of 25 Lakh in my account as emergency find. I have FD of 65 Lakhs. PF, PPF and NPS of 25 Lakhs, Mutual Fund and Shares of 25 Lakhs, Lic policies worth 25 Lakhs, Gold around 1.2 Crores. I have a medical insurance of 20 Lakhs for me and my family, Term insurance of 1Cr. As properties. I own 2 independent houses, 2 flats and 2 plots in Bangalore which has a current value of about 4.5 Cr. In my home town i have 2 Houses, 1 apartment and plots which has a current value of 2.75 Cr. Currently i am drawing a monthly salary of 2 Lakh rupees and get a rent of 30K/ month. I donot have any emi's and my monthly expenses is currently 75K. I am planning to retire at the age of 50. Is my financial condition stable to retire at the age of 50? Thanks for your suggestion in advance.
Ans: Hi,

Lets understand the value of your current Investments at the time of retirement. Below is the list with its current value and (expected rate of return).
Emergency Fund - 25 lakhs (3.5%)
Fixed Deposits - 65 lakhs (7%)
PF/PPF/NPS - 25 lakhs (8%)
MF/Stocks - 25 lakhs (10%)
LIC Policies - 25 lakhs (no change)
Your current investments listed above will achieve a value of 3.5 crore at the time of retirement 4 years from now.

Apart from this you have mentioned properties worth 7.25 Cr. Assuming you will only use/liquidate them if required, so excluding them from consideration for now.

You total income is 2.30 lakhs per month (includes rent) and expenses are 75k per month. So there is potential to add to the above investments for the next 4 years.

I will assume your current expenses are sufficient for the lifestyle you want to continue post retirement.
You will require a corpus on retirement after 4 years to sustain your expenses adjusted with inflation of 6% which will be close to 1 lakh per month (at the time of retirement).
With this starting point, and adjusting for inflation of 6% each year, and life expectancy of 30 years post retirement you need a corpus of approx. 2.5 crore - again assumed this will earn a return of 8% for the 30 years.
If you can invest wisely and generate a slightly higher return of say 10%, the corpus requirement will be 2 crore.

Your current investments at the time of retirement with value of 3.5 crore is sufficient to cover your expenses for the next 30 years inflation adjusted at 6%.
And this is excluding the properties you own and additional investments you can make for the next 4 years.

Summary - You are more than stable as far as your financial state is concerned. You have a strong base to meet your retirement needs and also a potential to create wealth for the generations ahead.

I want to highlight/recommend few points -
1. Increase the medical Insurance for yourself and family to 1Crore as medical expenses will only increase in future.
2. Stop the Term Life Insurance and save the premium for investment. As you have no liabilities and net-worth is high enough to cover any outcomes in life ahead, this premium is a lost cause considering your strong financial state.
3. Revisit the LIC Policies you have and consider surrendering/stopping them if they are not nearing their maturity. They are not giving you enough cover and providing below par returns. So do discuss with a trusted licensed advisor and evaluate them. If they will mature in the next 4 years, ignore this point.
4. Post retirement period is a long duration of 30 years, so do consider getting a good advisor - a Certified Financial Planner who can guide you to plan your retirement well and help you design a portfolio for additional wealth creation as a legacy for your children/dependents.


Thanks & Regards
Janak Patel
Certified Financial Planner.

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