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Please suggest good mutual funds in large cap ,mid cap and small cap. I wish to invest in lumpsum around 9 lacs. Please suggest allocation to funds in large midcap and small cap.

Ans: Hello & thank you for your writing to me. As you have Rs.9 Lakh to invest, you can consider deploying Rs.9 Lakh in 3 schemes each for large cap, mid cap and small cap funds.

Large Cap Funds:
1-Canara Robeco Bluechip Fund
2-UTI Mastershare
3-Tata Large Cap Fund

Midcap Funds:
1-SBI Magnum Midcap Fund
2-UTI Midcap Fund
3-Kotak Emerging Equity Fund

Small Cap Funds
1-Kotak Small Cap Fund
2-UTI Small Cap Fund
3-Edelweiss Small Cap Fund

You can consider investing Rs.1 Lakh in each of the above mentioned schemes.

Do note that this may not be the best combination of schemes for you and you should keep in mind your goals and individual risk tolerance.
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Hello sir , I want to invest 5 lacs lumpsum in mutual funds. Market is all time high so is it right time to invest lumpsum amount in mutual fund ? Please suggest some funds name as I don't have much idea. My SIP of 20K per month is also active on some funds. Please suggest in which funds should I invest lumpsum of INR 5 lacs. Time horizon - 5-10 Years Risk - Moderate to high. Thanks.
Ans: Investing a lump sum of Rs 5 lakhs in mutual funds, especially when the market is at an all-time high, requires careful consideration. Your current SIP of Rs 20,000 per month is a commendable start. Let’s assess the right approach to investing this lump sum with a focus on moderate to high risk tolerance and a 5-10 year time horizon.

Market Timing and Lump Sum Investments
Investing a large amount during a market peak can be concerning. Market fluctuations are normal, and predicting the right time to invest is challenging. However, strategies like staggered investments can help mitigate risk.

Systematic Transfer Plan (STP)
Instead of investing the entire amount at once, consider a Systematic Transfer Plan (STP). With STP, you can park your lump sum in a low-risk debt fund and transfer a fixed amount periodically to equity funds. This strategy helps in averaging the purchase cost and reduces the impact of market volatility.

Equity Mutual Funds for Growth
Equity mutual funds are essential for long-term wealth creation. Given your moderate to high risk tolerance, a significant portion of your investment should be in equity funds. Here’s a breakdown of suitable equity funds:

Large Cap Funds
Large cap funds invest in well-established, financially stable companies. They provide steady growth and are less volatile compared to mid and small cap funds. Allocating a portion to large cap funds can add stability to your portfolio.

Mid Cap Funds
Mid cap funds invest in companies with higher growth potential. They are riskier than large cap funds but offer higher returns. Investing in mid cap funds can enhance the growth potential of your portfolio.

Flexi Cap Funds
Flexi cap funds invest across different market capitalizations, providing flexibility and diversification. They can adapt to market conditions, making them a balanced choice for moderate to high risk investors.

Balanced Advantage Funds for Stability
Balanced advantage funds, also known as dynamic asset allocation funds, adjust the mix of equity and debt based on market conditions. They offer growth potential with reduced volatility, making them suitable for lump sum investments.

Debt Funds for Safety
Including debt funds in your portfolio ensures stability and liquidity. Debt funds invest in fixed income securities, providing predictable returns and reducing overall portfolio risk. A portion of your lump sum can be allocated to debt funds, especially if using an STP strategy.

Recommended Allocation Strategy
To achieve a balanced and diversified portfolio, consider the following allocation strategy for your lump sum investment:

1. Large Cap Funds
Allocate 30% of your lump sum to large cap funds. This provides a foundation of stability and steady growth.

2. Mid Cap Funds
Allocate 25% to mid cap funds. This enhances growth potential by leveraging the higher returns of mid-sized companies.

3. Flexi Cap Funds
Allocate 25% to flexi cap funds. This provides flexibility and adaptability to changing market conditions.

4. Balanced Advantage Funds
Allocate 10% to balanced advantage funds. This combination of equity and debt offers growth with reduced volatility.

5. Debt Funds
Allocate 10% to debt funds. This ensures stability and liquidity, balancing the high-risk equity investments.

Importance of Regular Monitoring and Rebalancing
Investing in mutual funds requires regular monitoring and rebalancing. Market conditions change, and your investment strategy should adapt accordingly. Review your portfolio at least once a year and make necessary adjustments.

Benefits of Consulting a Certified Financial Planner
Working with a Certified Financial Planner can provide personalized advice tailored to your financial goals and risk tolerance. They can help you choose the right funds, monitor your portfolio, and make informed decisions.

Conclusion
Investing a lump sum of Rs 5 lakhs in mutual funds during a market high requires a strategic approach. Utilizing an STP can mitigate market timing risks. Diversifying across large cap, mid cap, flexi cap, balanced advantage, and debt funds ensures growth potential and stability. Regular monitoring and consulting with a Certified Financial Planner will enhance your investment journey.

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HI, Good Day, I need a guidance on Mutual fund where i can invest around 25 lacs on a lumps basis with 5 to 6 funds. These funds are for pure investment for a period of min 5 and maximum of 10 years or more and i would like to have a decent return of 12 % arr and also during the tenure i would like to top up the same funds with 2 lacs or more depending on the funds which i earn from my earlier investment. Also i would like to have a share on equity, debt, hybrid, index based etc., regards Shiju
Ans: Hello;

You may allocate your initial as well as top-up investments in the given funds with given allocation:

1. Flexicap type equity mutual fund: 20%
For eg PPFAS flexicap fund

2. Large and Midcap type equity mutual fund: 20%
For eg Kotak Emerging Opportunities Fund

3. Large Cap type equity mutual fund: 10%
For eg Canara Robeco Bluechip fund

4. Small Cap type equity mutual fund:10%
For eg. Nippon India Small cap fund

5. Multi Asset Allocation type hybrid mutual fund: 15%
ICICI Pru Multi asset allocation fund

6. Dynamic asset allocation type of hybrid mutual fund: 15%
For eg. HDFC balanced advantage fund

7. Nifty Next 50 based index fund:10%
UTI Nifty Next 50 Index Fund

Keep reviewing performance of the funds annually.

Debt is part of hybrid mutual funds recommended to you hence no separate allocation for debt funds is considered, however you may park your emergency funds in liquid type debt mutual funds (for eg ICICI liquid fund).

All funds recommended are with Growth option.

Happy Investing;

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*Investments in mutual funds are subject to market risks. Please read all scheme related documents carefully before investing.

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