Investment Objective and Approach

The investment objective is to provide medium to long-term capital appreciation, by investing predominantly in a diversified portfolio of equity and equity related securities of companies that are participating in the growth and development of Infrastructure in India.

The fund aims to generate income by investing in a diversified portfolio of equity and equity related securities issued by infrastructure companies. The Aditya Birla SL Infrastructure Fund is an open-ended equity scheme that invests in companies engaged in infrastructure development. The fund aims to achieve long-term capital growth by identifying businesses benefiting from India's infrastructure expansion.

The fund follows a sectoral/thematic approach, with its sub-category being sectoral-infrastructure. The fund has a majority of its money invested in the top 5 sectors such as Industrials, Basic Materials, Energy, Consumer Cyclical, Communication Services Sectors. Key portfolio holdings include Larsen & Toubro Ltd, Bharti Airtel Ltd, Reliance Industries Ltd, UltraTech Cement Ltd, NTPC Ltd.

The fund maintains high equity exposure with 94.19% in Equity, 0.00% in Debt and 5.81% in Cash & Money Market Securities. It has a Very High risk level, making it suitable for investors with high risk tolerance and long-term investment horizon.

Key Financial Metrics (as of December 2024):

- Asset Under Management (AUM) of 1277.43 crores as on 2024-12-06

- Expense ratio of 2.26 for regular plan

- Expense ratio is 1.66% for direct plan

- 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns were 45.28%, 24.97% and 26.46% respectively

- Minimum SIP amount is ₹100.00 and minimum lumpsum is ₹1000.00

- Exit load of 1% on or before 30 days, Nil after 30 days

Fund Managers

The fund is managed by a team of three experienced fund managers:

Mahesh Patil - Chief Investment Officer (CIO) of Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC Limited. As the CIO Mahesh oversees INR 3 lakh crore of assets under management. With over thirty years of rich experience in fund and investment management, Mahesh leads the entire investment team, comprising fund managers and analysts. Mahesh has been with Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC since October 2005.

Mahesh was awarded the India CIO of the Year, Equity by Asia Asset Management in 2016. He holds a bachelor's degree in engineering from VJTI, Bombay and an MBA from JBIMS and a Master's degree in Management Studies from University of Bombay. He has also qualified the Chartered Financial Analysts examination from the Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts of India (ICFAI), Hyderabad.

Jonas Bhutta - Has an experience of around 16 years in the field of Equity Research. Prior to joining Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC Limited he was associated with PhillipCapital (India) Pvt. Ltd.

Dhaval Joshi - Total Schemes managed by Mr. Dhaval Joshi is 36, indicating his extensive experience across multiple fund schemes.

The fund managers have an extensive experience of 15 years while managing equity & related investments. They are focused on picking quality companies and holding them for a long duration to generate good compounding returns in their funds.

About the Fund House (AMC)

Aditya Birla Sun Life Asset Management Company Limited (ABSLAMC) is a joint venture between two financial powerhouses. ABSLMF is a collaborative venture jointly sponsored by Aditya Birla Capital Limited and Sun Life (India) AMC Investments Inc. Established in 1994, ABSLMF was previously named Birla Sun Life Asset Management Company Limited and has successfully completed 25 years in the Indian finance market.

ABSLAMC is one of the leading asset managers in India, servicing around 10.6 million investor folios with a pan India presence across 300+ locations and overall AUM of Rs. 4,433 billion for the quarter ending June 30, 2025 under its suite of Mutual Fund (excluding domestic FoFs), Portfolio Management Services, Alternative Investment Funds, Offshore and Real Estate offerings.

Parent Company Strengths:

- Aditya Birla Capital Limited is a part of the US$66 billion global conglomerate Aditya Birla Group, which is in the league of Fortune 500

- Sun Life is one of the largest life insurance providers in the world, ranking 235 on the Fortune 500 list for 2022

The AMC has a strong operational presence with over 60,000 employees, nationwide reach with over 1,623 branches and more than 200,000 agents/channel partners along with several bank partners. The company and its subsidiaries/JVs manage aggregate assets under management of over Rs. 5.11 Lakh Crore with a consolidated lending book of over Rs 1.57 Lakh Crore as of March 31, 2025.

Should I Invest in Aditya Birla Sun Life Infrastructure Fund?

This infrastructure fund is suitable for investors seeking exposure to India's infrastructure growth story with a long-term investment horizon. The fund has demonstrated strong recent performance with 1-year returns of 45.28%, though investors should note the high volatility inherent in sectoral funds.

Suitability Analysis:

- Risk Profile: The risk level is Very High, making it appropriate only for aggressive investors

- Investment Horizon: This fund is a good option for investors who are willing to invest for at least 3 years

- Performance Consistency: The scheme's ability to deliver returns consistently is in-line with most funds of its category. Its ability to control losses in a falling market is above average

Key Considerations:

- High concentration in infrastructure sector increases volatility

- Since it has not consistently outperformed its benchmark index on an average 3-year rolling returns basis it is not the most suitable fund for SIP

- Suitable for tactical allocation rather than core portfolio holding

- Benefits from India's infrastructure development theme

The fund offers exposure to companies participating in India's infrastructure boom, including power, telecommunications, cement, and engineering companies. However, the sectoral concentration means higher risk and volatility compared to diversified equity funds.

FAQs

What is today's NAV of Aditya Birla Sun Life Infrastructure Fund?

The NAV changes daily based on market movements. You can check the latest NAV on the AMC's official website or through financial platforms like Groww, Angel One, and other mutual fund distributors.

What is the AUM of Aditya Birla Sun Life Infrastructure Fund?

The fund has an Asset Under Management (AUM) of 1277.43 crores as on December 6, 2024.

What is the expense ratio of Aditya Birla Sun Life Infrastructure Fund?

The fund has an expense ratio of 2.26 for the regular plan. The direct plan has a lower expense ratio.

What are the returns of Aditya Birla Sun Life Infrastructure Fund since inception?

The fund has delivered a CAGR of 16.18% since inception (launched on January 1, 2013 for the direct plan variant).

What is the minimum SIP amount to invest in Aditya Birla Sun Life Infrastructure Fund?

The minimum SIP amount is ₹100 and the minimum lumpsum investment is ₹1,000.

How do I invest in Aditya Birla Sun Life Infrastructure Fund?

You can invest through Allvest platform, the AMC's website, or other mutual fund distributors. Complete your KYC, select the fund, choose investment amount, and make payment through available methods.

How to start a SIP in Aditya Birla Sun Life Infrastructure Fund?

Register on Allvest or the AMC platform, complete KYC verification, select the infrastructure fund, choose SIP frequency (monthly/quarterly), set investment amount, and authorize auto-debit from your bank account.

How do I automate an SIP in Aditya Birla Sun Life Infrastructure Fund?

Use the Auto-Invest feature available on platforms like Allvest. This allows you to set up automatic investments at regular intervals. Once configured, your chosen amount will be invested automatically, ensuring consistent contributions without manual intervention.

How can I withdraw/redeem my investment in Aditya Birla Sun Life Infrastructure Fund?

You can redeem through Allvest platform where you initially invested, or directly through the AMC website. Log into your account, select the fund, enter redemption amount, and submit the request. Note that there's an exit load of 1% if redeemed within 30 days.