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By: MFNews Network
Chandigarh: After several months of subdued activity, Indian equity mutual funds staged a notable resurgence in June. According to AMFI data, equity mutual fund inflows surged roughly **24% month‑on‑month to ₹23,587 **crore (~$2.75 billion), breaking a streak of five consecutive months of decline. This capital infusion helped lift the Nifty 50 index by ~3%, while mid‑cap and small‑cap benchmarks climbed ~4% and ~6.7%, respectively.
Domestic outperformer amid FPI caution
The uptick in domestic fund flows comes at a time when foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) remain neutral. In early July, FPIs delivered ₹3,839 crore of net investment in Indian equities—marking their fourth consecutive month of inflows—but showed little eagerness to chase valuations aggressively. This cautious stance by FPIs has highlighted the rising prominence of mutual funds as key market drivers.
What’s Fueling the Mutual Fund Buying Spree?
1. SIP momentum & record participation
Investments via systematic investment plans (SIPs) hit a record ₹27,269 crore in June—a 2% rise from May—with contributing accounts reaching a milestone of 8.64 crore. This steady inflow reflects a broadening retail investor base, bolstered by tax incentives and easier access to equity.
2. Stellar mid‑year performance
Several equity funds, particularly thematic and sectoral portfolios, posted strong returns in H1 2025—up to 32%, per ET analysis Even large‑cap benchmarks saw gains: Mirae Asset Large Cap at ~6.3%, HDFC Flexi Cap ~7.1%, and Parag Parikh Flexi Cap ~5.3%. This return recovery has driven renewed confidence.
3. Rebalancing & stake increases by flagship funds
Leading mutual funds, including Parag Parikh Flexi Cap, boosted stakes in established names like ITC and Coal India during June. These calculated moves suggest fund managers are rebalancing toward quality large caps and select value picks amid improved market tone.
4. Risk‑on stance amid macro calm
With the RBI easing policy and inflation easing, bond yields have softened—nudging investors toward equities . Simultaneously, concerns over global trade tensions and US tariff jitters linger, prompting some diversification into gold ETFs, which saw a 10X inflow to ₹2,081 crore .
The Strategic Impact on the Market
📊 Broad‑based rally
The renewed MF buying has sparked broad market participation, pushing large-cap, mid-cap, and small-cap indices higher. The 3% rise in Nifty 50 combined with sectoral advances across financials, IT, and consumer stocks illustrates newfound momentum.
💼 AMC stocks surge
AMC stocks themselves are gaining traction. Shares of UTI AMC, HDFC AMC, and Nippon Life India AMC rallied 4–6% following the strong June AUM data and ICICI Prudential AMC’s IPO filing. The revival in fund flows has reignited interest in the wealth‑management space.
🛡️ Defensive positioning
Despite enthusiasm, fund managers maintain a balanced approach. Themes like quality, selective mid‑small exposure, and strategic allocation into safe‑haven assets (e.g., gold ETFs) demonstrate disciplined risk management.
What to Watch Going Forward
• July portfolio updates
Will funds continue to increase stakes in large caps and value sectors as more mid- and small-cap performance plays out? The next month’s portfolio disclosures will be very revealing.
• FPI behavior
FPIs are likely pacing their allocations based on global cues (U.S. Fed policy, geopolitical trade signals). Their continued moderation will keep domestic fund flows in sharper focus.
• IPO pipeline & asset mix shifts
June saw record IPO proceeds of $6.7 billion YTD—led by strong domestic and retail demand. With new floats like Jio‑BlackRock’s equity/debt funds on deck, competitive pressure may rise—and more capital may rotate into fresh NFOs.
Analyst Take: “MFs as Market Anchors”
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Retail wisdom: SIP-driven investments show growing investor discipline and long-term planning.
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Portfolio rebalancing: Moves by Parag Parikh Flexi Cap indicate conviction in value-oriented large caps.
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Sector dynamics: Financials, mid‑caps, and dip buyers are benefiting; market breadth strengthens.
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Tactical hedge: Allocate across segments—large, mid, small, gold—to balance opportunity and uncertainty.
Summary
Indian mutual funds are clearly back in buying mode, counterbalancing global caution with strong domestic inflows. With SIP participation at record highs, strategic stake shifts by key funds, balanced risk profiles, and asset class diversification—MFs are playing the role of market stabilizer and growth catalyst as we move deeper into the second half of 2025.
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