What is Mutual Fund lite? Here’s what we know about the launch of new asset class

What is Mutual Fund lite? Here’s what we know about the launch of new asset class

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) may introduce a new asset class for investors — Mutual Fund lite. The newest asset class is expected to bridge the gap between mutual funds (MFs) and portfolio management services (PMS).  As per a report in Hindu Businessline, the Sebi board is expected to deliberate on the … Read more

‘New asset class will be more tax efficient compared to Category III AIFs’: Experts weigh in Sebi’s new proposal

‘New asset class will be more tax efficient compared to Category III AIFs’: Experts weigh in Sebi’s new proposal

The new asset class proposed by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is anticipated to introduce innovative investment products and styles into the market. This development may potentially incentivize certain investors to transition away from current high-risk products such as portfolio management services (PMS) and alternative investment funds (AIFs). This move aims to … Read more

‘India finally opening up to different investment products’: Experts react after SEBI brings in consultation paper on new asset class

‘India finally opening up to different investment products’: Experts react after SEBI brings in consultation paper on new asset class

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) on Tuesday brought in a consultation paper on introduction of ‘New Asset Class’. The main objective of creating a new product, which is somewhere in between mutual funds and portfolio management services (PMS), is to address the needs of investors with higher risk-taking capabilities and a higher … Read more

The factors that have spurred the stupendous rise in PMS assets

The factors that have spurred the stupendous rise in PMS assets

High net-worth individuals (HNIs) in India coming largely from entrepreneurial backgrounds like to feel that they’re involved in managing their portfolios, which has led to the rise in overall assets under management (AUM) of the portfolio management services (PMS) industry, says Nitin Raheja, Executive Director, Julius Baer India. Portfolio management services come bundled with curated … Read more