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Are Thematic Mutual Funds Losing Their Charm? Latest 2026 Investor Trends
Sectoral and thematic mutual fund inflows plunged 67% in May 2026. A beginner-friendly breakdown of what thematic funds are, the latest AMFI data, and why investors are pulling back.
AMFI May 2026 Data: Equity Inflows Drop 40%, SIPs Hold Firm
Equity MF inflows fell 40% to Rs 22,908 cr in May 2026 per AMFI, but SIPs stayed above Rs 30,000 cr. What the category data signals.
Debt Fund and Gold ETF Outflows in May 2026: Reading the AMFI Data Calmly
AMFI May 2026 data shows large debt-fund outflows and a rare gold ETF exit. Here is what the category numbers actually mean for investors.
How to Read a Mutual Fund Factsheet: A Section-by-Section Guide
Learn how to read a mutual fund factsheet line by line, from NAV and expense ratio to risk-o-meter, holdings, and quant ratios.
Direct vs Regular Mutual Fund Plans (2026)
Direct and regular are two plan types of one scheme. Learn how their expense ratios differ and how the cost gap compounds over the long term.
What Are Sectoral and Thematic Mutual Funds? (2026)
Sectoral and thematic funds concentrate in one sector or theme. Learn what they are, how they differ, and the concentration risks to understand first.
What Is the Risk-o-meter in Mutual Funds? (2026)
The Risk-o-meter is SEBI’s mandated risk gauge with six levels. Learn how it’s calculated, updated monthly, where to find it, and what it does not show.
ETF vs Index Fund: What’s the Difference? (2026)
ETFs and index funds both track an index but differ in how you buy them, demat needs, liquidity, and SIP fit. Learn the key structural differences.
Flexi-Cap vs Multi-Cap Funds: What’s the Difference? (2026)
Flexi-cap funds give managers full freedom across market caps; multi-cap funds follow SEBI’s 25-25-25 rule. Learn the key structural difference here.
Mutual Fund Cut-Off Time and NAV (2026)
Cut-off time decides which day’s NAV applies to your mutual fund order. Learn the timing rules, the fund-realisation rule, and SIP and redemption cut-offs.
How Are Mutual Funds Taxed in India? Equity vs Debt
How Are Mutual Funds Taxed in India? (2026) One of the biggest surprises for new investors is that the return shown in their mutual fund statement is not…
What Are Hybrid Mutual Funds? Types Explained
What Are Hybrid Mutual Funds? Types & How They Work (2026) When investors start exploring mutual funds, they often find themselves stuck between two…
What Is Portfolio Overlap in Mutual Funds?
What Is Portfolio Overlap in Mutual Funds? (2026) Many investors assume they are well diversified because they own multiple mutual funds. On paper, a…
Growth vs IDCW Mutual Fund — Key Differences Explained
Growth vs IDCW Option in Mutual Funds - What’s the Difference? When you invest in a mutual fund, you'll often be asked to choose between two options:…
What Is Rupee Cost Averaging in SIP?
What Is Rupee Cost Averaging in SIP? A Plain-English Guide If you've ever invested through a SIP, you've probably heard someone say, "Don't worry…
What Is a Folio Number in Mutual Funds? | Gayatri Financial Services
What Is a Folio Number in Mutual Funds? If you've ever invested in a mutual fund, there's a good chance you've been assigned a folio number and never paid…
Index Funds vs Active Funds: Passive vs Active
Index Funds vs Active Funds: A Balanced Guide (2026) If you've spent even a few weeks researching mutual funds, you've probably come across this debate:…
What Are Debt Mutual Funds? Types & Taxation
What Are Debt Mutual Funds? When most people hear the term mutual fund, they immediately think of the stock market. But not all mutual funds invest in…
What Is IDCW in Mutual Funds? Meaning & vs Growth
What Is IDCW in Mutual Funds? (2026) When investors open a fund’s fact sheet today, many are puzzled by a label they don’t recognize: IDCW. “I went…
Large Cap vs Mid Cap vs Small Cap Funds: Key Differences
Large Cap vs Mid Cap vs Small Cap Funds (2026) When someone says “I want to invest in equity mutual funds,” the very next question should be: which part…
What Is Exit Load in Mutual Funds? Meaning & Calculation
What Is Exit Load in Mutual Funds? (2026) When I help investors read their mutual fund statements, one question comes up again and again: “Why did I…
What Is NAV in Mutual Funds? Meaning, Calculation & Myths
What Is NAV in Mutual Funds? (2026) As a beginner learning about mutual funds, the very first thing which becomes a challenge is understanding what NAV…
What Is STP in Mutual Funds? Systematic Transfer Plan Explained (2026)
Reviewed by Kanishk Devbangia, NISM V-A Certified MF Distributor ARN-315144 Last Updated: June 2026 You've received a lump sum in terms of bonuses,…
Can You Redeem ELSS Before 3 Years?
Can You Redeem ELSS Before 3 Years? The Honest Answer (2026) Every tax season, investors ask the same question: Is there any way to get my ELSS money out…
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