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Covid-proof Equity MF

The Mutual Fund Sahi Hai campaign has helped draw hundreds of crores into equity mutual funds (MFs) over the last couple of years. A market downturn coincides with rising retail investments in MFs – something market-men associate with a maturing investor class. However, a consistent fall in MF net asset values (NAVs) after the coronavirus-led market crash has left investors wondering if they have made the right decision. NAVs of equity MFs have plunged up to 36 per cent over one year up to May 19.

Should one exit, hold or invest more in the current scenario?

Given the virus-led disruptions, many schemes with high exposure to the worst-hit sectors may be in for more pain going ahead. This calls for a review of your investments. We have compiled lists of worst and best performers in key categories – large-cap, mid-cap and multi-cap – to help you manage your equity MFs better.

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