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Small-cap funds face a higher liquidity risk, show latest stress test

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Small-cap funds face a higher liquidity risk, show latest stress test

This crucial metric for stress tests, as mandated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India, indicates higher liquidity risks in the small-cap segment even as investors flock to these stocks, lured by their promise of high returns. According to some experts, a high liquidity risk could also point to the low quality of a fund’s … Read more

Low-ticket Gift City funds are almost here. But what holds them back?

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Low-ticket Gift City funds are almost here. But what holds them back?

These funds primarily attract foreign and NRI investors; however, their widespread adoption is limited by the high minimum investment requirement. Retail funds, which can accept investments as low as $100, are yet to be launched. In the previous Union budget, the government extended favourable tax treatment to retail funds in Gift City, similar to what … Read more