Investment Objective and Approach

WhiteOak Capital Flexi Cap Fund aims to generate long-term capital appreciation by investing predominately in equity & equity related instruments across the spectrum of various market capitalizations. The fund follows a flexi-cap approach, providing flexibility to invest across large-cap, mid-cap, and small-cap companies based on market opportunities.

The fund's investment philosophy is built on the belief that outsized returns are earned over time by investing in great businesses at attractive valuations. The investment team employs a proprietary, cash-flow-based 'Opco-Finco' analytical and valuation framework, providing unique insights in contrast to accounting earnings-based models.

Key investment approach elements include:

- Bottom-up stock selection methodology

- Focus on quality businesses at reasonable valuations

- Diversified portfolio construction across market capitalizations

- Balanced portfolio approach to ensure alpha generation captures stock-picking ability while consciously avoiding market timing, sector rotation, and other top-down macro bets

Fund Managers

The fund is managed by a team of experienced professionals: Piyush Baranwal, Ashish Agrawal, Trupti Agrawal, Ramesh Mantri, and Dheeresh Pathak. Ramesh Mantri serves as the current lead fund manager of the fund.

The fund management team brings extensive experience in equity research and portfolio management. Mr. Mantri holds qualifications including MBA, CFA and CA, providing strong analytical capabilities for fund management. The team has been managing the fund since April 1, 2024.

About the Fund House (AMC)

WhiteOak Capital Management was established by Mr. Prashant Khemka in June 2017, with a vision of creating a performance-centric organization with a strong investment culture. Prashant Khemka is the former CIO of Goldman Sachs Asset Management's India Equity and Global Emerging Markets Equity businesses.

The AMC operates with a global presence: With operations across India, Singapore, Mauritius, the UK, and Switzerland, WhiteOak Capital has attracted among the largest Foreign Portfolio Investment inflows into India over the last three years.

Key highlights of WhiteOak Capital Asset Management:

- Founded in 2017 and based in Mumbai, India

- Group entities collectively have Assets Under Management (AUM) of 9.77 Billion USD/85,576 CR INR as of July 2025

- Follows a motto of "Performance First Culture" and strives to provide strong & consistent investment performance

- Has investment research teams based in India and Singapore and additional sales and distribution offices in Switzerland and UK

The fund house philosophy centers on four key pillars: stock selection-based philosophy, high calibre research team, disciplined analytical process, and balanced portfolio construction framework.

Should I Invest in WhiteOak Capital Flexi Cap Fund?

WhiteOak Capital Flexi Cap Fund may be suitable for investors seeking:

Potential Benefits:

- Strong long-term performance with CAGR return of 21.52% since inception

- The fund has outperformed the benchmark (Nifty 500) over 1Y and 3Y periods

- Experienced management team with proven track record

- Substantial AUM of ₹5,556 Cr as of August 2025, indicating strong investor confidence

- Competitive expense ratio of 0.4% for direct plan

Investment Considerations:

- The fund is rated Very High risk, suitable for investors with high risk tolerance

- The fund started operations on August 2, 2022, making it relatively new

- Exit load of 1% if redeemed within 0-1 months

- Best suited for long-term investment horizons (5+ years)

The fund appears suitable for investors looking for diversified equity exposure across market capitalizations with professional management and a focus on quality stock selection.

FAQs

What is today's NAV of WhiteOak Capital Flexi Cap Fund?

The current NAV is ₹18.14 as per the latest available data. NAV is updated daily after market closure.

What is the AUM of WhiteOak Capital Flexi Cap Fund?

The fund has ₹5,556 Cr worth of assets under management as of August 2025.

What is the expense ratio of WhiteOak Capital Flexi Cap Fund?

The direct plan has an expense ratio of 0.4%, while the regular plan has a higher expense ratio due to distributor commissions.

What are the returns of WhiteOak Capital Flexi Cap Fund since inception?

The fund has delivered a CAGR return of 21.52% since inception (launched on August 2, 2022).

What is the minimum SIP amount to invest in WhiteOak Capital Flexi Cap Fund?

The minimum SIP investment is ₹100 for systematic investment plans.

How do I invest in WhiteOak Capital Flexi Cap Fund?

You can invest through Allvest's platform by selecting the fund, choosing SIP or lump sum, entering your investment amount, and completing the KYC process.

How to start a SIP in WhiteOak Capital Flexi Cap Fund?

Log into Allvest, search for WhiteOak Capital Flexi Cap Fund, select SIP mode, set your monthly amount and date, then complete the mandate setup.

How do I automate an SIP in WhiteOak Capital Flexi Cap Fund?

Through Allvest, set up automatic bank mandate or UPI AutoPay during SIP registration to ensure seamless monthly investments without manual intervention.

How can I withdraw/redeem my investment in WhiteOak Capital Flexi Cap Fund?

Access your Allvest account, navigate to your holdings, select the fund, choose partial or full redemption, and submit the request. Proceeds are typically credited within 3-4 business days.