SIF AUM Soars 29% to Rs 17,858 Crore in June as Inflows Surge 171% Month-on-Month.
The latest data reveals a significant surge in the assets under management (AUM) of Specialised Investment Funds (SIFs), which climbed 29% month-on-month to reach Rs 17,858 crore in June 2026. This increase is largely attributed to a remarkable 171% rise in total inflows, which surged to Rs 3,782 crore from Rs 1,396 crore in May. The dominance of Hybrid Long-Short Funds within this segment is notable, accounting for 67% of total SIF AUM, amounting to Rs 11,910 crore, indicative of a growing investor preference for balanced risk-return profiles. Hybrid Investment Strategies overall dominated, contributing 72% of total SIF AUM, demonstrating a robust market trend toward diversification and hybrid solutions.
A closer analysis of inflows shows that Hybrid Long-Short Funds attracted Rs 2,043 crore in June alone, a substantial increase of 189% from May. This category has consistently outperformed others, accumulating Rs 11,568 crore in cumulative inflows since October 2024, which accounts for 66% of total SIF inflows. Conversely, Equity-Oriented Investment Strategies garnered Rs 1,097 crore in June, witnessing a 68% increase compared to May. These figures indicate a well-balanced market appetite for both hybrid and equity-oriented strategies, as evidenced by equity strategies capturing 28% of total SIF AUM with considerable cumulative inflows since the previous year.
The broader mutual fund landscape also experienced notable growth, with total mutual fund AUM increasing to Rs 82.2 lakh crore. Particularly, the active equity segment attracted substantial net inflows amounting to Rs 28,973 crore, driven by sustained retail participation through Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs). SIP contributions peaked at a record Rs 31,781 crore in June, underscoring the resilience of retail investors amidst market fluctuations. The uptick in net inflows and the increase in SIP assets to Rs 17.70 lakh crore further emphasize the changing investor behavior, highlighting a trend toward strategic and consistent investment methodologies.
Lastly, the active performance of Gold ETFs, which bounced back to record net inflows of Rs 3,443 crore after a period of outflows, marks an essential shift in investor preferences, likely reflecting a desire for diversification amid economic uncertainties. Overall, the data indicates a robust and dynamic investment environment characterized by significant inflows across various funds and strategies, positioning Wealthova investors to capitalize on emerging trends while maintaining a diverse portfolio to navigate any potential volatility.
Source: The Economic Times
(Expert Note: This report was prepared by the Wealthova team.)