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Equity Funds

Mutual funds are classified into various types based on their underlying portfolio, management of the portfolio, organization structure or investment objective. One of the most popular types of mutual funds is Equity Funds. These are mutual fund schemes that largely deal with investing in equity stocks. As per SEBI regulations, an equity fund must at least invest 65% of the scheme’s assets in equities or equity-related instruments. If you are looking to invest in equities but do not have a large amount of capital or the wherewithal to make important investment decisions, then an equity fund could be of immense help.

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FAQs

What is equity?

Equity refers to the amount of owner’s capital in the business. This equity capital is divided into small units called equity shares. Equity shares denote the part of ownership in the company. Equity shareholders receive a part of the company’s profit in the form of dividends. The shareholders can also gain with the rise in share prices.

When you invest in equity funds, you can enjoy the following benefits:

  • Management: Such funds are professionally managed by experts who have a good grasp of the equity markets.
  • Accessible: You can invest in equity funds even with smaller amounts through instruments like SIPs.
  • Diversification: You can invest in various stocks across sectors with an equity fund and are thus able to diversify your portfolio to mitigate the effects of market fluctuations.
  • Liquidity: You can redeem the units of an equity fund at any time. Do note that Equity-Linked Saving Schemes (ELSS) funds are an exception to this benefit.
  • Tax Benefits: If you invest in ELSS you can also enjoy tax benefits and deductions up to Rs 1.5 lakhs per year under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act.

Anyone can invest in equity funds, even if they do not have a larger amount of capital to put towards investments. However, you must consider your investment horizon, risk profile, and other objectives before taking on any investment. If you prefer to work towards a long-term goal, an equity fund can go a long way. It will provide the time needed for your investments to work through market fluctuations. You can take a look at the top-performing equity funds list and consider the options you can choose from.