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Union Small Cap Fund - Direct (G)

  1. Equity
  2. Small Cap
  • NAV as on Apr 02, 2025 ₹47.18
  • Total Returns 15.26% p.a.

Historical NAV, Returns and Performance

  • High ₹48.07
  • Low ₹43.51
  • CAGR
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    8.06%
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Overview of Union Small Cap Fund - Direct (G)

  • Fund House
    Union Small Cap Fund
  • Fund Size
    ₹1,313
  • Expense Ratio
    1.07%
  • Benchmark
    BSE 250 Smallcap Index TRI
  • Risk Level
    Very High
  • Inception Date
    Jun 17, 2014
  • Lock-in period
    0
  • Exit Load
    1% if units are redeemed or switched out on or before completion of 15 days from the date of allotment. Nil thereafter.
  • Minimum SIP Investment
    ₹100
  • Minimum Lump sum Investment
    ₹1000
  • Short Term Capital Gains
    20% (if redeemed within 1 year)
  • Long Term Capital Gains
    12.5% on profit of ₹1,25,000 if redeemed after 1 year

Union Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) Returns Calculator

Investment type

Month
Total Invested Amount
₹10,000
Profit
₹806
Total Projected Returns
₹10,806
Annualised Returns
8.06% p.a.
Month
Total Invested Amount
₹1 Lacs
Profit
₹8,060
Total Projected Returns
₹1.08 Lacs
Annualised Returns
8.06% p.a.

Union Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) Performance vs Category

Time Period

  • 1 month
  • 3 months
  • 6 months
  • 1 year
  • 3 years
  • 5 years

This Fund

  • 8.06%
  • -17.88%
  • -17.98%
  • 4.41%
  • 14.54%
  • 33.23%

Category Average

  • 7.31%
  • -14.99%
  • -17.21%
  • 5.66%
  • 17.15%
  • 36.32%

Fund Asset Allocation

Top holdings

Top Sectors

  • Consumer Durables
    16.34%
  • Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
    8.93%
  • Capital Markets
    8.52%
  • Auto Components
    6.18%
  • Industrial Products
    6.12%
  • Electrical Equipments
    5.12%

More about Union Small Cap Fund - Direct (G)

Union Small Cap Fund - Direct (G) is a mutual fund under the Large Cap category, managed by Nippon India Mutual Fund. It was launched on January 1, 2013, and has been active for over 12 years. As of June 30, 2024, the fund manages assets worth ₹35,700 Crores, placing it as a medium-sized fund in its category. The expense ratio is 0.66%, which is relatively lower compared to many other Small Cap Mutual Funds.

This fund generated returns of 12.46% in the last 1 year. Since its inception, it has provided an average annual return of 16.21%. Historically, it has doubled the invested capital approximately 4 years.

The fund stands out for its consistent ability to generate returns, outperforming most of its peers in this category. It also shows a strong capability to limit losses during market downturns, offering better downside protection compared to many other funds.

The fund's investments are mainly concentrated in sectors like Financials, Energy, Technology, Consumer Staples, and Services. However, compared to other Small Cap Mutual Funds, it has a slightly lower exposure to the Financial and Energy sectors.

The top five holdings in this fund include prominent companies such as HDFC Bank Ltd., Reliance Industries Ltd., ICICI Bank Ltd., ITC Ltd., and Infosys Ltd.

Fund Managers

  • Pratik Dharmshi
  • Gaurav Chopra

Investment Objective

Nippon India Large Cap Fund seeks to generate long term capital appreciation by investing predominantly into equity and equity related instruments of large cap companies.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Union Small Cap Fund - Direct (G)

  1. Are Small Cap Mutual Funds risky?

    Small cap funds are high-risk as they invest in smaller, less-established companies that can be very volatile.

  2. Should I invest in Small Cap Mutual Funds?

    Yes, if you have a high-risk appetite and are seeking high growth over the long term.

  3. How long should I stay invested in Small Cap Mutual Funds?

    A long-term holding period of five to ten years is ideal to capture growth in small companies.

  4. Can I withdraw my investment from Small Cap Mutual Funds anytime?

    Yes, though staying invested long-term can increase your chances of benefiting from substantial growth.

  5. What are the expenses involved in Small Cap Mutual Funds?

    These funds generally have higher expenses, ranging from 1.5% to 2.5%, due to intensive management.

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