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Head, Rank MF - Answered on Aug 02, 2021

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Saroj Question by Saroj on Aug 02, 2021Hindi
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My monthly SIPs are as follows:

1. Mirae Asset Emerging Bluechip Fund - Direct Plan - Growth 13000 pm

2. Mirae Asset Tax Saver Fund Direct Growth Growth - 1000 pm

3. ICICI Prudential Bluechip Fund - Direct Plan - Growth 1000 pm

4. ICICI Prudential Banking and Financial Services Fund - Direct Plan - Growth 1000 pm

5. SBI Blue Chip Fund - Direct Plan - Growth -1000 pm

6. UTI Flexi Cap Fund -DIRECT Growth - 2000 pm

7. Canara Robeco Emerging Equities - Direct Growth 3500 pm

8. Axis Long Term Equity Fund (ELSS) DIRECT GROWTH 4000 pm

9. HDFC Flexi Cap Fund Direct Plan Growth 1000 pm

10. PGIM India Global Equity Opportunities Fund - Direct Plan - Growth 1000 pm

11. Quant Active Fund Direct Growth 1000 pm

[Note: item no 2, 10, and 11 just started. Others are running for min 3 years]

My age is now 47.

Please scrutinize them and give me your valuable suggestions. 

Waiting for your reply.

Ans: Funds are good but too many funds are there in portfolio, exit from 4 and 9 rest is fine.

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Your portfolio is well-diversified across different market segments, which is essential for long-term growth. However, here are a few suggestions to consider for further optimization:

Monitor Performance: Regularly review the performance of each fund and assess whether they continue to meet your investment objectives. Consider replacing underperforming funds or reallocating assets based on changing market conditions and your financial goals.

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