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New Small-Cap Fund Launched
Groww Mutual Fund announced the launch of its new open-ended equity scheme, the Groww Small Cap Fund. This fund will concentrate its investments predominantly in small-capitalization stocks, eschewing exposure to larger companies entirely. The New Fund Offer (NFO) period is set to commence on January 8 and conclude on January 22, 2026.
Investment Strategy
The fund aims to achieve sustained capital appreciation by employing a bottom-up stock selection methodology. This process is guided by Groww Mutual Fund's proprietary QGaRP framework, which stands for Quality and Growth at a Reasonable Price. Performance will be measured against the Nifty Smallcap 250 Index – TRI.
Market Opportunity
Fund managers point to India's evolving economic structure as a significant tailwind for small-cap companies. Factors such as increased infrastructure spending, a broader capital market, enhanced access to formal credit, and the proliferation of digital platforms are creating fertile ground for these businesses to expand operations and penetrate new markets. Analysts note that while small-cap valuations have moderated after periods of cooling, the underlying fundamentals of many companies remain robust.
Fund Details
The Groww Small Cap Fund will be managed by Anupam Tiwari. Investors can enter the fund with a minimum investment of ₹500. A 1% exit load will apply if units are redeemed within one year of investment, with no such charge thereafter. The scheme is tailored for investors with a multi-year investment horizon who seek long-term capital gains and are willing to tolerate higher interim market fluctuations.