Investment Objective and Approach

The Scheme seeks to generate capital appreciation by actively investing in and managing a diversified portfolio primarily composed of mid-cap stocks. The fund focuses on actively investing in and managing a diversified portfolio primarily composed of mid-cap stocks with the goal of delivering superior long-term returns.

The fund follows a simple bottom-up stock selection philosophy - outsized returns are earned over time by investing in great businesses at attractive values. This philosophy has two elements – business and valuation. They seek to invest in companies which present the most powerful combination of business and valuation.

Key Investment Approach Features:

- Active portfolio management with focus on mid-cap companies

- Bottom-up stock selection methodology

- Emphasis on businesses with strong fundamentals and attractive valuations

- Investment culture comprises four pillars – a high-calibre investment team, a bottom-up stock selection philosophy, a disciplined process underpinned by proprietary analytical framework, and a balanced portfolio construction approach that ensures alpha is a function of stock selection. Each of the pillars is aligned to one another and combined forms a potent tool for stock selection.

Fund Managers

The fund is managed by an experienced team of investment professionals:

Primary Fund Managers:

- Trupti Agrawal - Current Fund Manager of WhiteOak Capital Mid Cap Fund Direct Growth fund

- Piyush Baranwal - B.Tech. in Electronics and communication from Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal. He completed PGDBM in Finance from S.P.Jain Institute of Management and Research and CFA

- Ramesh Mantri - Senior fund manager with extensive experience

- Dheeresh Pathak - Part of the investment management team

The fund management team has extensive experience of 15 years while managing equity & related investments. Prior to joining WhiteOak Capital Mutual Fund, Piyush has worked with BOI AXA, Morgan Stanley Investment Management (Jan, 2011-June, 2014) and Principal Pnb AMC as a Dealer- Fixed Income (May, 2008-Jan, 2011).

About the Fund House (AMC)

WhiteOak Capital Asset Management Limited is the mutual fund arm of the larger WhiteOak Capital Group. WhiteOak Capital AMC is part of WhiteOak Capital group of companies founded by Mr. Prashant Khemka an investment professional with an enviable track record spanning over two decades.

Key Facts about WhiteOak Capital:

- Prashant founded White Oak Capital Management in June 2017

- Led by CEO, Mr. Aashish Somaiyaa, who brings 25+ years of experience in the asset management industry

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

- The group offers investment services through a wide array of fund vehicles from its offices in India, Singapore, Mauritius, Switzerland, Spain, UK, and Dubai to individual and institutional investors

Investment Philosophy:

WhiteOak Capital Asset Management Limited strives to be a performance-centric organization with the vision of providing strong & consistent investment performance to its investors. They are driven by a "Performance First Culture," focusing on bottom-up stock selection-based approach and robust risk management.

Leadership Background:

Founder Prashant Khemka was the CIO and lead portfolio manager of GS India Equity at Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM) during March 2007 to March 2017, and also for the Global Emerging Markets (GEM) Equity during June 2013 to March 2017.

Should I Invest in WhiteOak Capital Mid Cap Fund?

Investment Considerations:

Suitable for:

- Investors with investment horizon of 7+ years

- Those seeking capital appreciation through mid-cap exposure

- Investors comfortable with moderate to high volatility

- SIP investors looking for systematic investment approach

Key Investment Details:

- Latest NAV as of 22 Aug 2025 is ₹20.37

- Asset Under Management(AUM) of ₹23,060 Cr

- Minimum SIP Investment is set to ₹100. Minimum Lumpsum Investment is ₹500

- Exit load of 1%, if redeemed within 1 month

Risk Profile:

The WhiteOak Capital Mid Cap Fund Direct Growth is rated Very High risk. This is a fund that invests in medium-sized companies. Compared to those that invest in larger companies, such funds tend to fall more when stock prices fall. So while you can expect higher returns in the long term, there will be more severe ups and downs along the way.

Investment Horizon:

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

FAQs

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

The latest declared NAV of WhiteOak Capital Mid Cap Fund - Direct Plan, is ₹20.3740 as of 24-Aug-2025. NAV is updated daily based on market movements.

What is the AUM of WhiteOak Capital Mid Cap Fund?

The fund currently has an Asset Under Management(AUM) of ₹23,060 Cr as of 22 Aug 2025. This represents the total value of assets managed by the fund.

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

The expense ratio varies between regular and direct plans. Regular plans typically have higher expense ratios due to distributor commissions, while direct plans offer lower costs.

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

This scheme was made available to investors on 03 Jul 2018. Returns vary based on market conditions and the fund's performance relative to its benchmark.

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

Minimum SIP Investment is set to ₹100. This makes it accessible for retail investors to start their investment journey.

How do I invest in WhiteOak Capital Mid Cap Fund?

You can invest through Allvest platform, which offers a convenient online investment process. You can also invest directly through the fund house website or through authorized distributors.

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

Through Allvest, you can easily set up a SIP by selecting the fund, choosing your investment amount, and setting up automated payments through bank mandate or UPI.

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

Allvest provides automated SIP facilities where you can set up recurring investments through bank mandates, ensuring hassle-free regular investments.

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

You can redeem your investments through Allvest platform or directly through the fund house website. Exit load of 1% applies if redeemed within 1 month.