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Quantum Value Fund - Investment Analysis, Fund Manager & Returns | Complete Guide

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Explore Quantum Value Fund's investment objective, fund manager Christy Mathai's expertise, AUM details, and returns. Get complete analysis and FAQs for informed investing decisions.

Investment Objective and Approach

The scheme aims to achieve long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in shares of companies that are typically included in BSE 200 Index and attractively priced in the market when compared to the Investment Managers valuation of the company. QLTEVF, adopts a value style, that aims for long-term capital appreciation by investing in attractively priced stocks. QLTEVF's robust research driven approach and stringent risk management processes including the Quantum proprietary "Integrity Screen" helps the fund deliver its growth potential over the next two years thereby reducing the uncertainty associated with equity investing.

The fund follows a distinctive value investing approach focusing on companies trading below their intrinsic value. This fund follows a value/contrarian style of investing, which endeavours to find stocks that are priced significantly lower than what the fund management team believes is their true worth.

Key investment features include:

- The fund invests across market capitalisation and is sector agnostic. It maintains a focused portfolio of 25-40 stocks.

- Emphasis on margin of safety and quality research process

- Stringent risk management processes including the Quantum proprietary "Integrity Screen"

- Long-term wealth creation through disciplined stock selection

Fund Managers

The fund is currently managed by Nilesh Shetty, Atul Kumar with Christy Mathai playing a key role in fund management.

Christy Mathai, CFA brings significant expertise to the fund:

- With over 9 years of experience spanning various sectors in India and Emerging markets, he has developed a deep understanding of market dynamics and investment strategies. His prior roles at Great Eastern Shipping Family Office and Tata Consultancy Services have equipped him with practical insights into managing investments across different asset classes.

- Holding a Post-Graduate Diploma in Management with a specialization in Finance from IMT Ghaziabad, he has received comprehensive training in financial management principles. Additionally, Christy is a CFA Charterholder.

Nilesh Shetty is an experienced professional with the fund house:

- Mr. Nilesh Shetty is an Associate Fund Manager at Quantum Mutual Fund since 2011. He initially joined the company as a Senior Manager back in 2009.

- He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) from the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, a Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), and a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) from the CFA Institute.

About the Fund House (AMC)

Quantum Mutual Fund was launched in 2006 as India's first direct to investor AMC. The sponsor of the AMC, Quantum Advisors Private Limited, was founded by Ajit Dayal in 1990 as India's first institutional equity research house.

Key highlights of Quantum Asset Management:

- As of 31 March 2024, Quantum currently offers 10 schemes and has an asset under management (AuM) of Rs. 2254.97 crores.

- The mutual fund is registered with SEBI under the registration code MF/051/05/02.

- Founded in 1990, Quantum Investors is India's first institutional equity research firm. It is well-known for implementing consistently applied valuation metrics to assess investment opportunities.

The AMC is known for its research-driven approach and maintains high integrity standards in investment selection. In the dynamic world of finance, where uncertainty often holds sway, Quantum Value Fund carves a niche for itself, presenting certainty born out of a robust research and investment process. While equity investment outcomes can be unpredictable, Quantum's commitment to a disciplined approach emerges as a beacon of stability in the financial landscape.

Should I Invest in Quantum Value Fund?

Quantum Value Fund is suitable for investors who:

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

- Seek exposure to value investing strategy

- Are looking to preserve wealth in the relatively high-risk equity category, the QLTEVF forms the foundation of your Equity Investing, by offering stability and reliability to your Portfolio. Investors seeking a dependable option for their long-term financial goals can consider this fund.

Investment considerations:

- Warning: Do not invest in this, or any other value-oriented fund, if you need to redeem your investment in less than five years.

- The Quantum Value Fund Direct Growth is rated Very High risk.

- Over the past five years, Quantum Value Fund - Direct Plan has delivered an annualised return of 22.19% as of 07-Aug-2025.

As of August 2025, the fund shows:

- The fund currently has an Asset Under Management(AuM) of ₹2,985 Cr and the Latest NAV as of 06 Aug 2025 is ₹128.66.

- Expense ratio1.1%

- Returns since inception 14.19%p.a. as of August 21, 2025

FAQs

What is today's NAV of Quantum Value Fund?

The latest declared NAV of Quantum Value Fund - Direct Plan, is ₹128.6600 as of 07-Aug-2025.

What is the AUM of Quantum Value Fund?

The fund currently has an Asset Under Management(AuM) of ₹2,985 Cr as of August 2025.

What is the expense ratio of Quantum Value Fund?

The expense ratio is 1.1% for the direct growth plan.

What are the returns of Quantum Value Fund since inception?

Returns since inception are 14.19%p.a. as of August 21, 2025.

What is the minimum SIP amount to invest in Quantum Value Fund?

The minimum investment required is ₹500 for the SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) option.

How do I invest in Quantum Value Fund?

You can invest through Allvest platform online, through direct AMC website, or offline mode. Complete your KYC and choose between SIP or lumpsum investment options.

How to start a SIP in Quantum Value Fund?

Log into Allvest, select Quantum Value Fund, choose SIP option, set investment amount and frequency, and set up auto-debit instructions for seamless investing.

How do I automate an SIP in Quantum Value Fund?

Through Allvest, you can set up automatic SIP payments via bank mandate or UPI autopay, ensuring hassle-free monthly investments without manual intervention.

How can I withdraw/redeem my investment in Quantum Value Fund?

Submit redemption request online through Allvest or AMC website. After placing the redemption request, you can expect your investment to land in your bank account within two-three business days.