Investment Objective and Approach

The investment objective of the Scheme to generate long term capital appreciation by investing in equity and equity related securities based on quant model theme. This thematic equity fund combines modern quantitative investing techniques with traditional fund management expertise.

Quantitative investing combines machine efficiency with human expertise through mathematical models like factor investing. This disciplined, unbiased, rule-based approach uses data to identify investment opportunities, monitored by fund managers for better risk management.

Aditya Birla Sun Life Quant Fund is a thematic equity fund that invests based on the quant theme. It applies a factor-based approach that applies rule based, machine-driven investing overseen by fund manager expertise with the objective of earning 'benchmark-beating' returns for its investors.

The fund's investment strategy relies on quantitative models to systematically identify investment opportunities while maintaining professional oversight to ensure risk management. Aditya Birla Sun Life performance is primarily benchmarked against the NIFTY 500 TRI with NIFTY 50 TRI serving as an addition.

Fund Managers

Harish Krishnan is the Current Fund Manager of Aditya Birla Sun Life Quant Fund Direct Growth fund. Mr. Harish Krishnan has as an experience of nearly 21 years in the Asset Management industry, both domestically and internationally. Prior to joining Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC Limited ("ABSLAMC") as the Co-CIO and Head Equity, he was associated with Kotak Mutual Fund for more than 10 years as Senior Fund Manager - Equity.

He has also worked at Kotak Mahindra (UK) Limited where he managed offshore funds based out of Singapore and Dubai. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from the Government College, Trichur and has done his PGDBM from IIM Kozhikode. He is also a Chartered Financial Analyst from CFA Institute, USA.

The fund also benefits from co-management by Dhaval Joshi, who has an overall experience of 18 years in equity research and investments. Prior to joining Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC Limited, he was associated with Sundaram Mutual Fund (India) Ltd. for around 5 years.

About the Fund House (AMC)

Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund (ABSLMF) is a joint venture between the Aditya Birla Group and the Sun Life Financial Inc. of Canada. The joint venture brings together the Aditya Birla Group's experience in the Indian market and Sun Life's global experience.

Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund AMC was incorporated on 05, Sep 1994, and has an AUM size of Rs. 3,85,000 Cr as on 31, Dec 2024. Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund has total of 987 schemes.

The AMC has established itself as one of India's leading asset management companies with:

- Over 30 years of asset management experience

- PAN-India presence across 290+ locations*, serves investors all around the country

- Exemplary asset management skills and consistent risk-adjusted performance are backed by 30 years of strong research and expert fund management

- Impressive mix of reach, a wide range of product offerings across equity, debt, balanced as well as structured asset classes, sound investment performance and over 7 million investor folios

Should I Invest in Aditya Birla Sun Life Quant Fund?

This fund is suitable for investors who:

Understand the Risk Profile: The Aditya Birla Sun Life Quant Fund Direct Growth is rated Very High risk. Investors should have a high risk tolerance and long-term investment horizon.

Believe in Quantitative Approach: The fund uses systematic, data-driven investment methodology which may appeal to investors who prefer rule-based investing over purely discretionary approaches.

Key Financial Metrics (as of available dates):

- The Aditya Birla Sun Life Quant Fund was launched on Jun 10 2024.

- The AUM of Aditya Birla Sun Life Quant Fund, is ₹2455.36 crore.

- The fund has delivered a CAGR of -1.19 since inception.

- The minimum SIP for Aditya Birla Sun Life Quant Fund is ₹500.

- The expense ratio of this fund is 1.95%. (Regular plan)

- Exit load of 0.50%, if redeemed within 90 days.

Important Considerations:

- Being a relatively new fund launched in June 2024, it has limited track record

- The quantitative strategy may result in higher portfolio turnover

- Thematic funds can be more volatile than diversified equity funds

- The Scheme does not guarantee/indicate any returns. There is no assurance that the investment objective of the Scheme will be achieved.

FAQs

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

The NAV changes daily based on market movements. You can check the latest NAV on the fund house website or financial platforms as it updates after market closure each trading day.

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

The AUM of Aditya Birla Sun Life Quant Fund, is ₹2455.36 crore. AUM figures are typically updated monthly by fund houses.

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

The expense ratio varies between Direct and Regular plans. The expense ratio of this fund is 1.95% for the Regular plan, while the Direct plan has a lower expense ratio.

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

The fund has delivered a CAGR of -1.19 since inception. Being launched in June 2024, the fund has a short track record and returns may vary significantly.

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

The minimum SIP for Aditya Birla Sun Life Quant Fund is ₹500. This applies to both Direct and Regular plans.

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

You can invest through Allvest's platform by selecting the fund, choosing between SIP or lump sum, completing your KYC requirements, and making the payment through available modes like UPI or net banking.

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

Log into Allvest, select the fund, choose SIP option, set your monthly amount (minimum ₹500), select SIP date, and complete the payment setup for automated monthly investments.

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

Through Allvest, set up auto-debit mandate during SIP registration. This will automatically deduct your SIP amount from your linked bank account on the chosen date each month.

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

You can redeem through Allvest by logging into your account, selecting the fund, choosing redemption amount or units, and submitting the request. Exit load of 0.50%, if redeemed within 90 days.