Bandhan Infrastructure Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
Fund Objective
An open-ended equity scheme with a thematic focus on companies engaged in infrastructure and related sectors. It aims for long-term capital appreciation by investing across construction, power, transport, telecom, and allied industries.
Key Information
- Fund Manager: Ms. Kruti Chheta
- Expense Ratio (Direct Plan): 0.39% per annum
- Net AUM (May 2025): ₹ 1,700.65 Cr
- Riskometer:
Very High
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Key Metrics & Performance
Latest NAV (13 Jun 2025)
₹58.505
1-Month Return
6.16%
3-Year CAGR
27.59%
5-Year CAGR
37.51%
Portfolio & Risk Analysis
Asset Allocation (May 2025)
Risk Ratios (vs. Category)
| Ratio | Fund | Category Avg |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Deviation | 20.36% | 17.07% |
| Beta | 0.71 | 1.11 |
| Sharpe Ratio | 1.22 | 1.18 |
| Treynor Ratio | 35.06 | 34.91 |
| Jensen’s Alpha | 6.69 | 11.81 |
SIP Performance (Trailing Returns)
| Period | Annualized Return | Category Avg |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Year | –5.60% | –4.07% |
| 3 Years | +34.75% | +31.43% |
| 5 Years | +36.62% | +34.67% |
Key Insights & Analysis
Growth & Momentum
- Exceptional 5-Year Growth: The fund has demonstrated powerful compounding returns, growing approximately 4.83 times over the last 5 years (from ₹12.12 to ₹58.51).
- Strong Short-Term Performance: A one-month return of over 6% indicates significant recent momentum, likely driven by renewed interest and activity in the infrastructure sector.
Plan Comparison: Direct vs. Regular
- The Direct Plan's significantly lower expense ratio (0.39%) compared to the Regular Plan (~2.13%) leads to better long-term returns for investors.
- While 5-year returns are similar (~38%), the difference is more pronounced over 3 years, with the Direct Plan delivering ~32-38% versus the Regular Plan's ~24%.
Comparison with Other Bandhan Funds
- The Infrastructure fund's performance outpaces other high-risk funds from the same house like Core Equity (~21% 3-yr) and Flexi Cap (~14% 3-yr) over the medium term.
- While Bandhan Small Cap also offers strong returns (~24% 3-yr), the Infrastructure fund has shown superior momentum recently.
Bandhan Infrastructure Fund - Direct Plan
5-Year Return: 36.87% | AUM: ₹1,701 Cr | Risk: Very High
Primary Sector: Construction (20.8%) | Expense Ratio: 0.85%
Data as of: 31 May 2025
Portfolio Composition
Top 10 Holdings
Holdings Breakdown
| Holding | Allocation |
|---|---|
| Kirloskar Brothers Limited (Industrial Products) | 4.72% |
| GPT Infraprojects Limited (Construction) | 3.99% |
| Larsen & Toubro Limited (Construction) | 3.96% |
| Reliance Industries Limited (Petroleum Products) | 3.78% |
| Bharti Airtel Limited (Telecom - Services) | 3.60% |
| UltraTech Cement Limited (Cement & Cement Products) | 3.33% |
| Bharat Electronics Limited (Aerospace & Defense) | 3.24% |
| Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone Ltd. (Transport Infrastructure) | 3.08% |
| PTC India Financial Services Ltd. (Finance) | 2.69% |
| Ahluwalia Contracts (India) Ltd. (Construction) | 2.65% |
Sector Allocation
Sector Breakdown
| Sector | Allocation |
|---|---|
| Construction | 20.8% |
| Electrical Equipment | 9.5% |
| Power | 8.8% |
| Industrial Products | 8.5% |
| Transport Services | 5.1% |
| Telecom - Services | 4.6% |
| Aerospace & Defense | 4.4% |
| Auto Components | 3.9% |
| Petroleum Products | 3.8% |
| Cement & Cement Products | 3.8% |
Construction Focus
Power Sector
Transport Infrastructure
Industrial Growth
Telecom Infrastructure
Peer Comparison
| Fund | 1Y Return | 3Y Return | 5Y Return | AUM (₹ Cr) | Exp. Ratio | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bandhan Infrastructure Fund - Direct Plan | -5.6% | 34.75% | 36.87% | 1,701 | 0.85% | Very High Risk |
| Bandhan Infrastructure Fund - Regular Plan | -4.33% | 33.54% | 34.98% | 1,700.96 | 2.1% | Very High Risk |
| Bandhan Small Cap Fund | 16.84% | 36.79% | 38.99% | 11,744 | 0.39% | Very High Risk |
| Bandhan Core Equity Fund | 7.9% | 30.21% | 30.56% | 9,107 | 0.57% | Very High Risk |
| Bandhan Flexi Cap Fund | 5.33% | 20.7% | 22.25% | 7,357 | 1.15% | Very High Risk |
Performance Comparison (5-Year Return)
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Projected Value
Total Investment: ₹600,000
Estimated Returns: ₹561,695
₹1,161,695
Value in 10 years
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