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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
Asked by Anonymous - Nov 25, 2023Hindi
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Most of the Mutual Fund are manipulating the NAV Rate. They are issuing the units at 2 to 3% above than the rate on realization of Fund. Similarly on redemption NAV value much less than the ordered date NAV. Hence such situation, whom did I approach for correcting the actual NAV and how I can establish the NAV value. Heavy cheating is doing in this MF Investments.

Ans: I understand your concern about Mutual Fund NAV (Net Asset Value) manipulation. It's important to know that SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) strictly regulates Mutual Funds to protect investors. Let's clear some things up:

NAV and its Calculation:

NAV is the per unit price of a Mutual Fund scheme. It simply reflects the total value of all the investments the fund holds divided by the number of units outstanding.
There's no room for manipulation here. SEBI has strict guidelines for valuing fund holdings, ensuring a fair NAV.
Understanding NAV Differences:

You might have noticed a difference between the NAV when you buy and the NAV when you redeem. This can happen due to market fluctuations.
The market value of the underlying investments (stocks, bonds) changes daily. So, the NAV reflects these changes.
Getting Help:

If you still feel uncomfortable about a specific NAV, here's what you can do:
Contact the Mutual Fund company directly. They can explain the NAV calculation and how it applies to your situation.
Reach out to SEBI's SCORES portal (https://scores.gov.in/) to register a complaint.
Actively Managed Funds:

Remember, unlike Fixed Deposits with a fixed return, Mutual Funds invest in the market. There will be ups and downs, and returns can vary.
Actively managed funds aim to outperform the market, but that doesn't guarantee higher returns every time.
The Role of a CFP:

A Certified Financial Planner (CFP) can help you choose actively managed funds that suit your risk tolerance and investment goals.
They can also guide you on understanding NAV and market movements to make informed investment decisions.
Remember:

SEBI is there to protect your interests. Don't hesitate to reach out to them if you have any concerns.
Actively managed funds can be a great way to grow your wealth, but understand the inherent risks involved.
By understanding NAV and how it works, you can invest in Mutual Funds with more confidence.

Best Regards,

K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,

Chief Financial Planner,

www.holisticinvestment.in
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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