Archive · 20 Nov 2025
Midcap Funds Drive Market Amidst Volatility
Investors are putting more money into midcap and flexi cap mutual funds to diversify their portfolios in a volatile market.
These funds have shown strong returns, with Nippon India Growth Midcap Fund leading with 25.13% over three years.
Despite overall equity inflows softening, midcap funds remain popular due to their consistent performance and potential for long-term growth.
Midcap funds attracted significant inflows in October 2022, with ₹3,807 crore invested.
Flexi cap funds led with ₹8,929 crore inflows, showing investors' preference for diversification.
Overall equity mutual fund net inflows declined by nearly 19% month-on-month.
Nippon India Growth Midcap Fund delivered 25.13% returns in the last three years.
UTI Midcap Fund and DSP Midcap Fund returned 21.22% and 18.44% respectively in the same period.
- Who
- Mutual fund investors
- What
- Are investing in midcap and flexi cap funds
- When
- In October 2022
- Where
- In India
- Why
- To diversify portfolios and gain from strong returns
Investors
Analysts
Investment in Midcap Funds
Investors
Investors are attracted to midcap funds due to their strong returns and potential for long-term growth.
Analysts
Analysts caution investors about irrational exuberance and elevated valuations in midcap stocks.
- Top Performing Midcap Fund
- Nippon India Growth Midcap Fund (25.13% returns)
- Second Most Preferred Category
- Mid cap funds (₹3,807 crore inflows)
- Overall Equity Inflows Change
- Declined by nearly 19% month-on-month
- Flexi Cap Funds Inflows (Oct 2022)
- ₹8,929 crore
- Mid Cap Funds Inflows (Oct 2022)
- ₹3,807 crore
Sources
Midcap funds gain traction as investors seek diversification in a volatile market
How performance and market trends are driving equity MF flows despite high valuations
'Expect only 10–12% returns': PPFAS’ Rajeev Thakkar sounds caution for 2026; stays bullish on large caps
Rs 1,000 SIP turns Into Rs 1.13 cr: This fund by Nippon India 30 year compounding story stuns investors
Mid-cap rally continues: What’s driving inflows and how should investors navigate the market
Indian stock market to see healthy gains in the medium term, says Kotak AMC fund manager
