Archive · 24 Dec 2025
Parag Parikh vs HDFC Flexi Cap Funds: Returns Compared
Two popular mutual funds in India, Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund and HDFC Flexi Cap Fund, were compared to see which one gives better returns over 3, 5, and 10 years.
Parag Parikh did better in the short term (3 years) and long term (10 years), while HDFC did better in the medium term (5 years).
Both funds have different investment styles, with Parag Parikh being more cautious and HDFC being more aggressive.
Investors should look at more than just past returns, like how risky the fund is and if it fits their goals.
Both funds are good for long-term investing but work best when they match the investor's plans and ability to handle market ups and downs.
Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund leads in 3-year and 10-year lumpsum returns, while HDFC Flexi Cap Fund leads in 5-year lumpsum returns.
HDFC Flexi Cap Fund outperforms in 3-year and 5-year SIP returns, while Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund leads in 10-year SIP returns.
Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund has lower volatility and higher risk-adjusted returns, reflecting a disciplined investment style.
HDFC Flexi Cap Fund has a stronger tilt towards financials, indicating confidence in India's banking and insurance sectors.
Investors should consider risk metrics, portfolio construction, and personal financial goals when choosing between these funds.
- Who
- Investors comparing Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund and HDFC Flexi Cap Fund
- What
- Comparison of returns and performance metrics between the two flexi-cap mutual funds
- When
- Comparison based on 3-year, 5-year, and 10-year periods
- Where
- India
- Why
- To understand which fund delivers better returns over different investment horizons
- Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund Launch Date
- 24 May 2013
- Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund AUM
- Rs 1,29,783 crore
- Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund Expense Ratio
- 0.63%
- HDFC Flexi Cap Fund Launch Date
- 01 January 2013
- HDFC Flexi Cap Fund AUM
- Rs 94,069 crore
- HDFC Flexi Cap Fund Expense Ratio
- 0.67%
- Parag Parikh 3-Year Lumpsum Return
- 22.69%
- HDFC 3-Year Lumpsum Return
- 22.52%
- Parag Parikh 5-Year Lumpsum Return
- 21.45%
- HDFC 5-Year Lumpsum Return
- 25.47%
- Parag Parikh 10-Year Lumpsum Return
- 18.38%
- HDFC 10-Year Lumpsum Return
- 17.56%
- Parag Parikh 3-Year SIP Return
- 17.81%
- HDFC 3-Year SIP Return
- 19.79%
- Parag Parikh 5-Year SIP Return
- 18.40%
- HDFC 5-Year SIP Return
- 21.57%
- Parag Parikh 10-Year SIP Return
- 20.09%
- HDFC 10-Year SIP Return
- 19.54%