While equity mutual fund inflows saw a slight dip in October, the overall Assets Under Management (AUM) for the mutual fund industry has reached an impressive new high! Let's dive into the details and understand what's happening in the world of mutual funds.
Equity Schemes: A Closer Look
- Inflows Fall: Net equity inflows in October stood at Rs 24,690 crore. This is a 19% decrease compared to September's Rs 30,422 crore.
- Still Positive: Despite the fall, investors are still pouring money into equity schemes, showing continued confidence.
- Equity AUM Rises: The AUM specifically for equity funds increased to Rs 35.16 lakh crore in October, up from Rs 33.7 lakh crore in September.
Overall Mutual Fund Landscape
- Record AUM: The total Assets Under Management (AUM) for the entire mutual fund industry soared to Rs 79.87 lakh crore in October! This is a significant jump from Rs 75.61 lakh crore in September.
- Increased Participation: Retail participation is strengthening, with the total number of mutual fund folios (investor accounts) rising to 25.60 crore in October.
Other Funds and Offerings
- Gold ETFs: Inflows into Gold ETFs were Rs 7,743 crore in October, slightly down from Rs 8,363 crore in September.
- Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs): ETFs registered inflows of ₹6,182 crore, down from ₹8,151 crore month-on-month.
- New Fund Offerings (NFOs): NFOs saw a sharp increase, contributing ₹6,062 crore in October, significantly up from ₹1,959 crore in September.
- New Schemes Launched: A total of 18 new schemes were launched in October 2025, all open-ended and across various categories, collectively raising Rs 6,062 crore.
Conclusion
October 2025 was a mixed bag for mutual funds. While equity inflows saw a slight moderation, the overall industry AUM reached an all-time high, indicating robust investor confidence and growth. The increase in retail participation and the strong performance of NFOs highlight the continued appeal of mutual funds as an investment avenue.
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