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A dividend yield fund is an equity mutual fund which invests primarily in stocks and securities of companies that have consistently paid dividends in the past. These funds aim to grow the portfolio with regular dividend income.
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Dividend yield funds are a type of equity mutual fund wherein a minimum of 65% of the portfolio is invested in stocks and securities of companies that yield dividends. These funds, thus, offer good returns as dividends get added to the portfolio to boost its value.
Lower volatility as the portfolio invests in profitable companies
Limited diversification in portfolio allocation
Suitable for investors with a long-term investment horizon of 7+ years
Invest through SIPs or lump sum
Earn tax-free returns up to ₹1 lakh if you stay invested
There is a lower chance of capital appreciation as dividends are the main source of portfolio growth
Fund managers have limited choice of stocks with a good history of dividend payments
Stock selection is done by matching the dividend yield of securities against a benchmark index
The funds are suitable for new investors or those looking for stable equity returns
Dividend yield funds look for dividend income to grow the portfolio’s value
Since dividends are declared once or twice a year, short-term investment is not feasible
There’s also a short-term volatility risk as the underlying securities might not yield sufficient dividends.
A long-term investment horizon is recommended for growth and capital appreciation
A long-term horizon also helps earn attractive investment returns
You also get a tax benefit on staying invested for a longer tenure
Returns up to ₹1 lakh are tax-free if you stay invested for 12 or more months
Returns exceeding ₹1 lakh are taxed at 10%
For redemption within 12 months, returns are taxed at 15%
Dividends earned, if any, are taxed at your income tax slab rate
Earn dividends on your investment at regular intervals
Accumulate the returns over the investment tenure and get a lump sum amount on redemption
Yes, dividend yield funds can be suitable for long-term investors seeking regular income and potential capital appreciation.
The minimum investment amount varies among funds. It can start from ₹100 for a SIP and ₹1000 for a lump sum investment and go up depending on the mutual fund house you choose.
Yes, you can invest in dividend yield funds through SIP (Systematic Investment Plan). SIPs allow you to invest systematically, in affordable amounts and build up a good corpus.
If you choose the dividend payout option, you can get regular income through dividends paid by the dividend yield fund.
Dividend yield funds typically invest in companies with a history of paying dividends, often from sectors like utilities, consumer goods, and financials.
Consider factors such as the fund's historical dividend payout, expense ratio, fund manager's expertise, and the overall investment strategy.
Dividend yield funds can be suitable for first-time investors seeking income, but it's essential to understand the risks and conduct thorough research.
The biggest advantage is the potential for a regular income stream through dividends, providing investors with a source of cash flow.
You can redeem (sell) dividend yield fund units anytime during market hours, based on your financial needs and market conditions.
Exit loads vary among funds. Please check the specific fund's documentation or contact the Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Funds ABSLMF for details on exit loads on redemptions.
Dividend yield funds are invested majorly in companies that yield dividends.
While a dividend is the share of earnings that a company pays to shareholders, dividend yield is the stock price percentage that the company returns as dividends.
A 2-4% dividend yield is considered ideal as one higher than 4% would mean higher risks.
Dividend yields are ideally long-term equity investments that have the potential to provide high returns over the years.
Yes, but only at the discretion of the fund manager and as per fund guidelines.