Of the 69 international funds, 26 have been closed in some capacity. Some have been toggling flows intermittently due to limited capacity. Pratik Oswal, Head, ETFs and Index Funds, Motilal Oswal AMC, points out, “We have some headroom to invest abroad, but we are not encouraging large investors and are giving preference to retail SIP contributions.” What should mutual fund investors do now?
Emerging risks like cyberattacks and climate change became more prominent in 2023, highlighting the importance of diversifying portfolios beyond traditional assets.
Financial analysts anticipate that the key policy rates will likely remain unchanged, given the gradual convergence of inflation towards the RBI’s target level and the upward trajectory of economic growth. Individuals looking to secure loans can find relief in the absence of imminent rate hikes.