Investment Objective and Approach

The Scheme seeks to generate long-term capital appreciation by investing in opportunities presented by special situations such as corporate restructuring (including mergers & acquisitions etc.), government policy and/or regulatory changes, technology led disruption and innovation, new trends, new & emerging sectors, companies/sectors going through temporary unique challenges and other similar instances.

An open ended equity scheme following special situations theme. The fund follows a thematic approach, identifying and investing in companies that are experiencing or expected to benefit from special situations. These opportunities typically arise from:

- Corporate restructuring activities including mergers and acquisitions

- Government policy changes and regulatory developments

- Technology-driven disruptions and innovations

- Emerging market trends and new sectors

- Companies navigating temporary operational challenges

The fund adopts an active investment strategy, seeking to capitalize on mispricing opportunities that emerge during these special situations. The investment approach focuses on identifying companies with strong fundamentals that may benefit from structural changes or unique circumstances in their business environment.

Fund Managers

The fund is managed by a team of experienced professionals:

Piyush Baranwal - Senior Fund Manager

Senior Fund Manager at WhiteOak Capital Asset Management and Mr. Baranwal is a fixed income professional who has a great track record of managing various fixed income funds in the Indian market for over thirteen years. He earned a PGDBM in Finance and a CFA from the S.P.Jain Institute of Management and Research. Mr Baranwal is currently the Executive President – Senior Fund Manager (Fixed Income). He has more than 12 years of experience in the fund management and fixed income sector. Prior to joining the fund house, he was the Head of Fixed Income at BOI AXA Investment Manager.

Other Fund Managers:

This scheme was launched on Invalid date and is currently managed by its fund managers Ashish Agrawal, Piyush Baranwal, Ramesh Mantri and Dheeresh Pathak. The fund benefits from WhiteOak Capital's experienced investment team that brings diverse expertise across equity research, portfolio management, and market analysis.

About the Fund House (AMC)

WhiteOak Capital Asset Management Limited is a relatively new but rapidly growing asset management company in India. Established in 2017 by Prashant Khemka, WhiteOak Capital is an advisory firm and investment company that operates in India, the UK, Mauritius, Singapore and Switzerland.

Key highlights about the AMC:

- Global Presence: Besides segregated managed accounts for leading global institutions, White Oak offers investment services through a wide array of fund vehicles domiciled in India, Ireland, Mauritius, and the UK to individual and institutional investors in India and worldwide. White Oak has investment research teams based in India and Singapore, and additional sales and distribution offices in Switzerland and the UK.

- Investment Philosophy: We have 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. We seek to invest in companies which present the most powerful combination of business and valuation.

- Performance Culture: Our investment culture comprises of 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.

- AUM Growth: WhiteOak Mutual Fund offers several investment options including equity, debt and hybrid funds with a Total Asset under Management (AUM) of Rs. 9,118.2 Crore as of March 2024. It has a total number of 13 investment schemes managed by 6 efficient fund managers.

- Regulatory Compliance: The address of the head-office of WhiteOak Capital Asset Management Limited is 1&2 Senapati Bapat Marg, Elphinstone Road (West) Mumbai Mumbai City Mumbai, , India. The fund house is regulated by SEBI and maintains high standards of governance and investor protection.

Should I Invest in WhiteOak Capital Special Opportunities Fund?

This fund may be suitable for investors who:

Ideal For:

- Seek exposure to special situations and thematic opportunities

- Have a long-term investment horizon of at least 5-7 years

- Can tolerate high volatility and market fluctuations

- Want professional management of complex investment strategies

- Are comfortable with concentrated sector/theme exposure

Investment Considerations:

- Risk Profile: The WhiteOak Capital Special Opportunities Fund Direct Growth is rated Very High risk. This indicates significant volatility and potential for both high returns and substantial losses.

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

- Exit Load: Exit load of 1%, if redeemed within 1 month.

- Track Record: WhiteOak Capital Special Opportunities Fund Direct Growth, gave a CAGR of 28.41% since inception. However, investors should note that this is a relatively new fund and long-term performance data is limited.

Key Metrics (as of recent dates):

- Latest NAV: ₹13.06 as of 07 Aug 2025

- AUM: ₹23,060 Cr

- Recent Performance: WhiteOak Capital Special Opportunities Fund Direct Growth scheme return performance in last 1 year is 16.80%, is 29.51% since scheme launch.

Investors should carefully evaluate their risk tolerance, investment objectives, and portfolio diversification needs before investing. Consider consulting with a financial advisor for personalized advice.

FAQs

What is today's NAV of WhiteOak Capital Special Opportunities Fund?

The latest NAV varies daily. You can check the current NAV on Allvest platform or the fund house website for real-time updates.

What is the AUM of WhiteOak Capital Special Opportunities Fund?

The fund currently has an Asset Under Management(AUM) of ₹23,060 Cr and the Latest NAV as of 07 Aug 2025 is ₹13.06.

What is the expense ratio of WhiteOak Capital Special Opportunities Fund?

The expense ratio varies between direct and regular plans. Check the latest scheme documents on Allvest for current expense ratio details.

What are the returns of WhiteOak Capital Special Opportunities Fund since inception?

WhiteOak Capital Special Opportunities Fund Direct Growth scheme return performance in last 1 year is 16.80%, is 29.51% since scheme launch.

What is the minimum SIP amount to invest in WhiteOak Capital Special Opportunities Fund?

Minimum SIP Investment is set to ₹100.

How do I invest in WhiteOak Capital Special Opportunities Fund?

You can invest through Allvest platform by completing your KYC, selecting the fund, and choosing SIP or lumpsum investment options with easy payment methods.

How to start a SIP in WhiteOak Capital Special Opportunities Fund?

Register on Allvest, complete KYC verification, search for the fund, select SIP option, choose amount and frequency, then set up auto-debit for hassle-free investing.

How do I automate an SIP in WhiteOak Capital Special Opportunities Fund?

Set up auto-debit through bank mandate or UPI on Allvest platform. This ensures automatic monthly investments without manual intervention for seamless wealth building.

How can I withdraw/redeem my investment in WhiteOak Capital Special Opportunities Fund?

Log into your Allvest account, select the fund, choose redeem option, specify units or amount to redeem. Exit load of 1%, if redeemed within 1 month.