54% equity mutual funds outperformed benchmarks in April across various categories. Contra funds led with 100% outperformance. Value, ELSS, Large & Mid Cap, Flexi Cap, and Multi Cap funds also showed strong performance.
Floater debt mutual funds have excelled with superior 1-year returns, outperforming benchmarks. Baroda BNP Paribas Floater Fund-Reg(G) leads the pack. These funds are ideal for low-risk investors seeking better returns than small savings schemes.
Plan tax savings for FY25 with ELSS funds. Invest Rs 1.5 lakh early using lumpsum, SIP, or STP. Consider various investment options for Section 80C benefits. ELSS offers higher returns than traditional options.
Among the 11 children s funds in the solution-oriented mutual fund category, ICICI Pru Child Care Fund-Gift Plan has stood out with impressive returns of 44%. Following closely behind are SBI Magnum Children s Benefit Fund-Investment Plan and Aditya Birla SL Bal Bhavishya Yojna, which have delivered returns of 39.35% and 35.25%, respectively.
Around 93% of small cap mutual funds failed to beat their benchmarks in April. Only 2 out of 27 schemes managed to outperform, emphasizing the riskiness of small cap investments and the need for a high-risk appetite.