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What is a Large and Mid-Cap Mutual Fund?

A Large and Mid-Cap Mutual Fund is an equity fund that invests its portfolio in a mix of Large and Mid-Cap stocks and securities to gain from long-term market growth.

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Advantages of Large and Mid-Cap Mutual Funds

Growth potential

Being equity-oriented, Large and Mid-Cap Mutual Funds offer a good growth potential for long-term investors.

Portfolio diversification

As the fund invests in securities across two market caps, you benefit from a diversified portfolio investing in both Large and Mid-Cap stocks.

Professional management

Large and Mid-Cap Mutual Funds are actively managed schemes wherein experienced portfolio managers manage the portfolio.

Exposure to Different Growth Cycles

Investing in both large and mid-cap stocks allows participation in the growth phases of both stable, established leaders and potentially higher-growth, emerging companies.

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Understanding Large and Mid-Cap Funds

  • What are Large and Mid-Cap Funds?
  • What are the features of Large and Mid-Cap Funds?
  • What is the meaning of market capitalisation?
  • What should be the investment horizon for Large and Mid-Cap Funds?
  • What is the tax implication of Large and Mid-Cap Funds?
  • What are the payout options?

What are Large and Mid-Cap Funds?

  • Large and Mid-Cap Mutual Funds are equity schemes which combine securities across large and Mid-Cap market capitalisation. It offers a wider portfolio diversification so that investment risks are reduced.

What are the features of Large and Mid-Cap Funds?

  • Actively managed equity mutual funds

  • Good combination of mid-cap returns and large cap security

  • Suitable for investors with a long-term investment horizon

  • Invest through SIPs or lump sum

  • Earn tax-free returns up to ₹1 lakh if you stay invested

What is the meaning of market capitalisation?

Market capitalisation means the total value of a company’s shares

The total number of listed shares is considered for calculation

The current market value is taken to calculate the market cap

Formula -
Market capitalisation = total number of outstanding shares X current market value per share

What should be the investment horizon for Large and Mid-Cap Funds?

  • Large and Mid-Cap funds have a high risk profile

  • They are prone to short-term volatility and negative investment returns

  • To avoid short-term volatility, a long-term investment horizon is recommended

  • A long-term horizon also helps earn attractive investment returns as large and Mid-Cap companies grow

  • You also get a tax benefit on staying invested for a longer tenure

What is the tax implication of Large and Mid-Cap Funds?

  • 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

What are the payout options?

  • Dividend option

    Earn dividends on your investment at regular intervals

  • Growth option

    Accumulate the returns over the investment tenure and get a lump sum amount on redemption

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FAQs On Large and Mid-Cap Funds

Which type of fund is suitable for you depends on your investment goals, risk tolerance, and investment horizon. Each type has its benefits.

While large-cap funds help you avoid risk to a larger extent by investing in established company stocks, mid-cap funds carry relatively higher risk with more volatility and higher return potential. If you opt for Large & Mid-Cap Funds, you adopt a middle-ground strategy where you have the low-risk factor of the large-cap component plus the growth potential of the mid-cap component.

Large & Mid-Cap Funds are risky because of the balance between the volatility of mid-cap stocks and the relative stability of large-cap stocks. These funds can be lucrative if you invest wisely based on your investment horizon, risk appetite, and specific financial goals.

The minimum investment limit for Large & Mid-Cap Funds can vary based on the specific fund and the fund house. Generally, you can start a SIP in a large & mid-cap fund for as low as ₹100 and a lumpsum investment for as low as ₹1000.

At any point, investing for any financial goal depends on time horizon and risk tolerance. For education funding, consider the following.

• The ideal investment horizon for Large & Mid-Cap Funds is considered 5+ years. If your course starts in 5 years, consider diversifying your portfolio with other investments.
• If you have a low-risk tolerance, adding bonds should make your portfolio more conservative.
• Get a proper estimate of the amount you need for your education. If it’s time-sensitive, focus on capital preservation more than on aggressive growth.
• Ensure you have a fully safe, highly liquid emergency fund available. Relying completely on investments with the slightest risk would not be a wise option.

No, the allocation of Large & Mid-Cap Funds that go into large-caps and mid-caps is up to the fund manager , subject to a minimum of 35% for each category as per SEBI guidelines. The fund manager is free to pick a variety of funds within the specific category. Hence, the fund's past performance would be a good sign to look out for before investing, although not indicative or reliable.

If you are particular about your allocations, you can choose to invest separately in large-cap and mid-cap funds so that you have the freedom to create your portfolio.

The key advantage of Large & Mid-Cap Funds is their in-built diversification across large-caps and mid-caps, giving you the balanced benefit of growth exposure and stability.

The biggest risk associated with Large & Mid-Cap Funds is due to market volatility carried by mid-caps. Midcap securities are prone to considerable price fluctuations, which might hamper the returns of the fund.

Yes, you can invest in Large & Mid-Cap Funds through SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) wherein you invest a fixed amount at regular intervals.

The exit load or the charge you would be liable to pay upon premature redemption of your large & mid-cap fund depends on your fund house. Please check the exit load percentage and the holding period for your fund before investing.

Yes, professional, expert fund managers monitor your Large & Mid-Cap Funds and make investment decisions aligned with your financial benefit. They try to minimise investment risks and maximise portfolio returns.

Large and mid-cap funds invest in a combination of companies with large market capitalisation and those with mid-level market capitalisation.

Investors seeking long-term capital growth - Large & mid-cap funds are ideal for an investment horizon of 5+ years. Hence, you should invest in them for your long-term financial goals and not for immediate goals. Long-term goals could include higher education, early retirement, etc.

Investors looking to invest in mid-cap but don't want to take a lot of risk - Mid-cap stocks provide a high return potential with high risk. For investors who want the benefits while hedging the risks, the large cap component of large & mid-cap funds fulfils the purpose.

Large & mid-cap Funds have delivered an average 19.93% p.a. returns in the past 5 years. Their 3 and 10-year annualised returns are 23.14% and 18.56% p.a. respectively.

You must consider your investment goals, investment horizon, the risks involved and your tolerance towards them, and the expense ratio of the large & mid-cap fund you pick.

No, there is no lock-in period for large & mid-cap funds.

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