The Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) released its latest mutual fund data, highlighting a sharp decline in net equity inflows and a reduction in assets under management (AUM) for February 2025.
Key Highlights (Month-on-Month Comparison):
- Total Inflows: ₹40,063 crore vs. ₹1,87,551 crore in January
- Equity Inflows: ₹29,303 crore vs. ₹39,688 crore in January
- Total AUM: ₹64.5 lakh crore vs. ₹67.3 lakh crore in January
- Equity AUM: ₹27.4 lakh crore vs. ₹29.5 lakh crore in January
Sectoral Trends:
- Small & Midcap fund inflows saw a significant decline, indicating a cautious approach from investors.
- Large-cap fund inflows remained stable, reflecting steady institutional participation.
- Hybrid fund inflows dropped, suggesting reduced investor preference for mixed-asset allocations.
This trend signals a cooling off in investor sentiment amid broader market volatility, as investors rebalance portfolios ahead of global macroeconomic developments. Market analysts believe that the outflows in small and midcap categories could be due to valuation concerns and increased regulatory scrutiny.
