Investment Objective and Approach

HSBC Infrastructure Fund aims to generate long-term capital appreciation from an actively managed portfolio of equity and equity related securities by investing predominantly in equity and equity related securities of companies engaged in or expected to benefit from growth and development of Infrastructure in India. However, there can be no assurance or guarantee that the investment objective of the scheme would be achieved.

The fund follows an open ended equity scheme following infrastructure theme, focusing on companies that are positioned to benefit from India's infrastructure development story. The investment approach involves:

- Thematic Focus: Investing in infrastructure and infrastructure-related companies

- Active Management: Portfolio actively managed by experienced fund managers

- Growth Orientation: Targeting long-term capital appreciation rather than dividend income

- Diversified Holdings: Asset allocation comprises around 99.18% in equities, 0.00% in debts, and 0.82% in cash & cash equivalents

Fund Managers

Cheenu Gupta is the Current Fund Manager of HSBC Infrastructure Fund. The fund has also been managed by experienced professionals including Venugopal Manghat and Gautam Bhupal.

Cheenu Gupta holds impressive qualifications including PGDM (IIM Bangalore), CFA and Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering. Prior to joining HSBC Mutual Fund, she has worked with L&T Investment Management Limited and UBS Securities India Private Limited, Fidelity Investments and PWC.

Venugopal Manghat serves as CIO Equity and brings significant experience with qualifications as B.Sc (Mathematics) and MBA (Finance). Prior to joining HSBC Mutual Fund, he has worked with L&T Mutual Fund, Tata Asset Management Ltd.

About the Fund House (AMC)

HSBC Mutual Fund, a fund house with a 21-year history in India, offers a diverse range of investment options spanning equity, debt and hybrid categories. It operates under HSBC Asset Management, a global asset manager overseeing $641 billion in assets across 23 countries as of March 2023.

Key highlights of HSBC Asset Management:

- Global Presence: Operating across 23 countries with significant international expertise

- Strong Parentage: The fund house is sponsored by HSBC Securities and Capital Markets (India) Private Limited (HSCI)

- Substantial AUM: As of December 2023, the AMC manages assets worth Rs.102162 crores in India

- Sustainable Focus: Leveraging its international presence, the AMC is committed to delivering sustainable investment solutions

Key Financial Metrics (as of recent data):

- NAV: ₹48.45 as of 23-Dec-2024

- AUM: ₹2611.16 Crores as of 23-Dec-24

- Expense Ratio: 2.01% as of 23-Dec-24

- Returns Since Inception: CAGR of 9.59% since inception

- Minimum SIP: ₹1000

- Minimum Lumpsum: ₹5000

Should I Invest in HSBC Infrastructure Fund?

This fund may be suitable for investors who:

Advantages:

- Seek exposure to India's infrastructure growth story

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

- Can tolerate high volatility in pursuit of capital appreciation

- Want professional management of infrastructure-focused investments

- The fund has generated 31.79% over the last 1 year and 26.49% over the last 3 years

Considerations:

- The fund is rated Very High risk

- Infrastructure sector can be cyclical and volatile

- Past performance does not guarantee that the fund will perform similarly in the future

- Exit load applicable: 1% will be charged for redemption within 1 year

Tax Implications:

- If you redeem within one year, returns are taxed at 20%. If you redeem after one year, returns exceeding Rs 1.25 lakh in a financial year are taxed at 12.5%

FAQs

What is today's NAV of HSBC Infrastructure Fund?

The NAV varies daily based on market conditions. You can check the latest NAV on financial websites or through your investment platform.

What is the AUM of HSBC Infrastructure Fund?

The AUM is ₹2611.16 Crores as of 23-Dec-24, though this figure changes regularly based on inflows and market performance.

What is the expense ratio of HSBC Infrastructure Fund?

The expense ratio is 2.01% as of 23-Dec-24, which covers fund management and operational expenses.

What are the returns of HSBC Infrastructure Fund since inception?

The fund has delivered a CAGR of 9.59% since inception, though past performance doesn't guarantee future results.

What is the minimum SIP amount to invest in HSBC Infrastructure Fund?

You can start investing with a SIP of ₹1000 per month.

How do I invest in HSBC Infrastructure Fund?

You can invest through Allvest platform by selecting the fund, choosing between SIP or lumpsum, completing KYC requirements, and making payment.

How to start a SIP in HSBC Infrastructure Fund?

Through Allvest, select HSBC Infrastructure Fund, choose SIP option, set your monthly amount and date, complete documentation, and authorize payments.

How do I automate an SIP in HSBC Infrastructure Fund?

Set up auto-debit instructions through Allvest platform to automatically invest your chosen amount monthly without manual intervention.

How can I withdraw/redeem my investment in HSBC Infrastructure Fund?

Log into your Allvest account, select the fund from your portfolio, choose partial or full redemption, and submit the request. Funds typically credit within 3-4 business days.