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“Investing in smallcaps is not an issue, but you come with the time frame of five years. If you come to the largecaps, assuming a three-year period, then smaller midcaps have to be for a longer period. Therefore, the money that comes for a longer term, we cannot deny it.”
Anish Tawakley of ICICI Prudential AMC, believes that adopting a multi-asset allocation strategy is favorable for investors in the current market environment. Tawakley suggests that a multi-asset fund provides access to three or more asset classes within a single fund, allowing for a well-diversified portfolio and better risk management. He also believes that despite geopolitical unrest and global central bank actions, India's market remains fundamentally robust and that the earnings outlook is good.
"Multi-asset allocation funds are gaining popularity among new investors who are looking for a steady growth investment vehicle. These funds provide exposure to different asset classes like equity, debt, and gold, which can help investors diversify their portfolios. While the performance of these funds has been decent, investors should be aware of the cyclical nature of different asset classes. Fund managers play a crucial role in managing the risk and volatility associated with these funds. "
The MD & CEO of DSP Mutual Funds says it is important as fund managers to look at market timing when it comes to product launches.
During phases when there are no returns, having an investment in a multi asset fund could be the best bet, says Kapoor