Quant Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
Fund Overview
A high-conviction small-cap equity scheme, Quant Small-Cap Fund is designed for investors seeking long-term capital appreciation by accessing under-owned, high-growth companies. It aims to generate capital appreciation by investing in a diversified portfolio of small-cap companies.
Key Information
- Fund Managers: Sandeep Tandon, Ankit Pande, Varun Pattani, and others.
- Launch Date: October 29, 1996
- AUM (May 2025): ₹28,205 Cr
- Minimum Investment: ₹5,000 initial; ₹1,000 subsequent
- Exit Load: 1% if redeemed within 1 year
Also Read: Nippon India Multi Cap Fund Direct Growth Analysis
Key Metrics & Performance
Latest NAV (13 Jun 2025)
₹275.01
1 Week Return
-0.14%
1 Year CAGR
14.20%
5 Year CAGR
52.20%
Portfolio Allocation (May 2025)
Asset Allocation
Equity Market-Cap Exposure
Breakdown of equity holdings by market capitalization. Note: Percentages may exceed 100% due to overlapping classifications or derivative positions.
Key Insights & Risk Profile
Key Strategic Insights
- Exceptional Long-Term Results: The fund has demonstrated its capacity to profit from small-cap rallies, delivering a 52.2% CAGR over five years.
- High-Conviction Holdings: A concentrated top-10 allocation (approx. 33% of NAV), with significant weight in leaders like Reliance Industries (9.85%) and Jio Financial Services (5.69%), signals a confident stock-picking strategy.
Risk Ratios (5-Year)
The fund shows superior returns for the risk taken, especially on the upside, validated by a strong Alpha.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sharpe Ratio | 1.93 |
| Sortino Ratio | 4.23 |
| Jensen's Alpha | 9.49% |
| Beta | 1.05 |
| R-Squared | 0.75 |
| Downside Deviation | 10.20% |
Quant Small Cap Fund - Direct Growth
Performance Analysis Dashboard
Key Performance Metrics
Latest NAV
5Y CAGR
AUM
Risk Level
SIP Performance
Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) returns show how regular investments have performed over different time periods. The returns are calculated for the regular plan of the fund.
| Tenure | SIP Returns (%) | Market Value (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Year | 2.33% | ₹1,18,149 |
| 3 Years | 23.56% | ₹4,96,664 |
| 5 Years | 25.61% | ₹12,35,845 |
| 7 Years | 24.28% | ₹25,95,091 |
| Since Inception | 14.10% | ₹70,95,885 |
SIP Returns Over Time
Market Value Growth
Scheme Returns vs Benchmarks
The fund's performance compared to its benchmark and the broader market represented by the Nifty index. Returns are shown for different time periods.
| Period | Fund (%) | Benchmark (%) | Nifty (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Months | -6.64 | -4.85 | 3.05 |
| YTD | -3.60 | -5.88 | 4.73 |
| 1 Year | 0.94 | 8.36 | 11.08 |
| 3 Years CAGR | 28.85 | 25.65 | 15.56 |
| 5 Years CAGR | 50.27 | 37.65 | 22.32 |
| Since Inception CAGR | 18.26 | 16.82 | 13.50 |
Performance Comparison (CAGR)
Portfolio Snapshot
Top 10 holdings of the fund showing their weightage in the portfolio. Concentrated positions can indicate higher risk.
Reliance Industries Ltd.
9.85% of NAV
Jio Financial Services Ltd.
5.69% of NAV
Aegis Logistics Ltd.
3.72% of NAV
Top 10 Holdings Allocation
| Stock | Weightage | Sector |
|---|---|---|
| Reliance Industries Ltd. | 9.85% | Conglomerate |
| Jio Financial Services Ltd. | 5.69% | Financial Services |
| Aegis Logistics Ltd. | 3.72% | Energy |
| Bikaji Foods International Ltd. | 3.05% | Consumer Goods |
| RBL Bank Ltd. | 2.86% | Banking |
| Poly Medicure Ltd. | 2.56% | Healthcare |
| HFCL Ltd. | 2.35% | Telecom Equipment |
| Sun TV Network Ltd. | 2.30% | Media & Entertainment |
| Ventive Hospitality Ltd. | 2.29% | Hospitality |
| Adani Enterprises Ltd. | 2.21% | Infrastructure |
Peer Comparison
Comparison with other funds from the same fund house. Expense Ratio and AUM are important factors to consider when evaluating funds.
| Fund Name | 5Y CAGR (%) | Expense Ratio | AUM (₹ Cr) | Risk Level | Latest NAV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quant Small Cap Fund | 50.27% | 0.66% | 28,205 | Very High | ₹275.01 |
| Quant Mid Cap Fund | 35.52% | 0.64% | 9,032 | High | ₹243.69 |
| Quant Flexi Cap Fund | 34.87% | 0.61% | 7,153 | High | ₹107.37 |
| Quant Active Fund | 32.17% | 0.58% | 9,927 | High | ₹680.93 |
| Quant ELSS Tax Saver Fund | 35.76% | 0.52% | 11,329 | High | ₹402.81 |
| Quant Infrastructure Fund | 43.00% | 0.72% | 3,739 | Very High | ₹40.81 |
5-Year CAGR Comparison
Investment Terms
Understanding these terms is essential for informed investment decisions:
Important Disclaimer
Mutual fund investments are subject to market risks. Please read all scheme related documents carefully before investing. The data shown here is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results.