Investment Objective and Approach

Franklin Build India Fund is a sectoral equity mutual fund that focuses on India's infrastructure development story. The fund aims to achieve long-term capital appreciation by investing in equity and equity-related instruments of companies engaged in building India's infrastructure.

The fund follows a thematic investment approach, concentrating on sectors such as:

- Construction and engineering companies

- Power generation and transmission

- Roads and transportation infrastructure

- Urban development projects

- Industrial and commercial construction

- Real estate development

The investment strategy emphasizes companies that are positioned to benefit from India's ongoing infrastructure expansion, urbanization trends, and government initiatives in the infrastructure space. The fund maintains a focused portfolio approach, concentrating on high-conviction infrastructure plays.

Fund Managers

Mr. Anand Radhakrishnan is a B.Tech in Chemical Engineering from the Anna University, Chennai, PGDM from Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad, and also a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). Mr. Radhakrishnan has been associated with the investment management sector since 1994. He is currently the Chief Investment Officer in the company. Mr. Radhakrishnan is currently the Chief Investment Office – Equity at Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund. He has more than 26 years of experience with the investment management sector. Also, he is responsible for overseeing all the local equity funds at Franklin MF.

His extensive experience includes roles at:

- Deputy Manager of Equity Research at SBI Funds Management Ltd

- 8 years at Sundaram Mutual Fund

- Senior Vice President and Portfolio Manager at Franklin Templeton

Mr. Argal has a B.Tech from IIT Bombay and a PGDM from IIM, Bangalore. Before joining Franklin Templeton Asset Management (India) Pvt. Ltd., he worked with Baring Asset Management (Asia) Ltd., Aditya Birla Sunlife Mutual Fund and UTI AMC where he worked on managing offshore funds, equity funds, balanced funds, equity research, etc.

About the Fund House (AMC)

Franklin Templeton Investments began its operations in India back in 1996 under the name Templeton Asset Management India Pvt. Ltd. The trust, Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund, is registered with SEBI under the registration number MF/026/96/8. The first fund that the company offered in September 1996 was the Templeton India Growth Fund.

Franklin Templeton is a globally recognized investment management company with significant presence worldwide. Key highlights about the AMC include:

- Global Presence: Currently, Franklin Templeton has presence in over 34 countries. It has more than 600 investment professionals and employs in excess of 9,500 individuals. The company has $724.1 billion assets under management worldwide.

- India Operations: As of 31 March 2024, Templeton Asset Management India Pvt. Ltd. currently offers around 197 schemes with an asset under management (AuM) of Rs. 87897 Crores.

- Investment Philosophy: The Asset Management Company tries to achieve high quality investment solutions through its client-centric approach coupled with strong business relationships. Their multiple manager structure brings specialized investment solutions to the table, offering a range of diverse investment instruments for investors that gives quality return over the years.

- Leadership Vision: Sanjay Sapre, President of Franklin Templeton India, believes that making a small amount of investment periodically will yield impressive returns in the long run. He follows a goal-based investment stance rather than just focusing on delivering returns.

Should I Invest in Franklin Build India Fund?

Franklin Build India Fund is suitable for investors who:

Ideal For:

- Have a long-term investment horizon (5+ years)

- Want exposure to India's infrastructure growth story

- Can tolerate high volatility and sectoral concentration risk

- Believe in the structural growth of India's construction and infrastructure sectors

- Seek capital appreciation over regular income

Fund Characteristics to Consider:

- AUM: ₹2943.12 Cr as of 24th July 2025

- Expense Ratio: 0.95 as of 24th July 2025 for direct plan

- Risk Level: High risk due to sectoral concentration

- Investment Returns: The fund has delivered a CAGR of 21.9 since inception (as of June 2025)

- Minimum Investment: The minimum SIP amount of Franklin Build India Fund is ₹500

Risk Considerations:

- High sectoral concentration leads to increased volatility

- Performance closely tied to infrastructure sector cycles

- Regulatory changes in infrastructure sector can impact returns

- Economic slowdowns significantly affect construction and infrastructure companies

The fund is recommended for investors with high risk tolerance who want concentrated exposure to India's infrastructure theme as part of a diversified portfolio.

FAQs

What is today's NAV of Franklin Build India Fund?

Latest NAV for Franklin Build India Fund is at ₹ 164.37 as of the latest available date. NAV changes daily based on market movements.

What is the AUM of Franklin Build India Fund?

The AUM (i.e. assets under management) of Franklin Build India Fund is ₹2943.12 Cr as of 24th July 2025. This represents the total value of assets managed by the fund.

What is the expense ratio of Franklin Build India Fund?

The expense ratio of Franklin Build India Fund Plan is 0.95 as of 24th July 2025. This is the annual fee charged for managing the fund.

What are the returns of Franklin Build India Fund since inception?

The fund has delivered a CAGR of 21.9 since inception. However, past performance doesn't guarantee future returns and sectoral funds can be volatile.

What is the minimum SIP amount to invest in Franklin Build India Fund?

The minimum SIP amount of Franklin Build India Fund is ₹500 per month. You can start systematic investments with this amount.

How do I invest in Franklin Build India Fund?

You can invest through Allvest platform by completing KYC, selecting the fund, choosing investment amount, and making payment. Online investment is convenient and paperless.

How to start a SIP in Franklin Build India Fund?

Login to Allvest, search for Franklin Build India Fund, select SIP option, choose monthly amount and date, complete payment setup to start systematic investment plan.

How do I automate an SIP in Franklin Build India Fund?

Set up auto-debit instructions through Allvest platform after starting your SIP. This ensures automatic monthly investment without manual intervention each month.

How can I withdraw/redeem my investment in Franklin Build India Fund?

You can redeem through Allvest platform by selecting the fund, choosing redemption amount, and submitting request. The exit load is 1% if redeemed in 0-1 Years.