Arudha Equity Long-Short Fund-Regular Plan-Growth
💡 Why Pick This Fund? Quantitative Strengths & Watch-outs
- Solid MFIQ Score of 6.4/10 reflects sound fundamentals and risk management.
- Expense ratio (3.11%) is higher than category median (2.52%), which creates fee drag over time.
Key Statistics vs Category Median
Trailing Returns Comparison
| Period | Fund Return | Category Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | +5.30% | +6.32% | -1.02% |
| 3 Months | -0.27% | -0.20% | -0.07% |
| 6 Months | +3.19% | +5.98% | -2.79% |
Calendar Year Returns
| Year | Fund | Category Median | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | +7.03% | +4.03% | +3.00% |
Risk Profile & Deepest Drawdowns
Portfolio & Asset Allocation
Statutory Asset Allocation Mandate (SEBI / SID)
| Instrument Category | Permitted Allocation Range |
|---|---|
| Equity and Equity Related Instruments - 80% to 100% Investments in Debt and Money Market instruments - 0% to 20% Investments in units issued by InvITs - 0% to 20% | Per Scheme Mandate |
Investment Objective & Strategy
The Investment strategy seeks to generate long-term capital appreciation by investing in a diversified portfolio of equity and equity-related instruments, including limited short exposure through derivatives. There is no assurance that the investment objective of the Investment strategy will be realized.
ℹ️ Detailed monthly stock-level holdings for this scheme are updated periodically from asset management company statutory disclosures.
Fund Size Position
Currently managing Rs 104 cr (AMFI Quarterly AAUM (All Plans) as of 2026-09-30). Positioned as too small relative to Sectoral / Thematic schemes.
Cost & Capital Gains Taxation
From April 2026 the total expense ratio includes brokerage, transaction costs and statutory levies on top of the base fee.
Equity-oriented schemes: 20% short-term capital gains tax if sold within 12 months; 12.5% long-term capital gains tax on gains exceeding ₹1.25 lakh per financial year when held for more than 12 months.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Frequently Asked Questions about Arudha Equity Long Short Fund
What is the expense ratio of Arudha Equity Long Short Fund?
Arudha Equity Long Short Fund has a total expense ratio (TER) of 3.11% with a base expense ratio of 2.1%, compared to the Sectoral / Thematic category median of 2.52%.
Who manages Arudha Equity Long Short Fund?
Manager tenure details are not reported.
What are the historical returns of Arudha Equity Long Short Fund?
Arudha Equity Long Short Fund has a 1-year return of -.
How large is Arudha Equity Long Short Fund?
Arudha Equity Long Short Fund manages assets of Rs 104 cr, placing it in the 'too small' size band relative to Sectoral / Thematic peers.
How is Arudha Equity Long Short Fund scored on MFIQ?
Arudha Equity Long Short Fund holds an MFIQ Score of 6.4/10 (Average), based on a category percentile composite across returns, risk, consistency, and cost.
How risky is Arudha Equity Long Short Fund?
Arudha Equity Long Short Fund has an official SEBI riskometer rating of Very High. Over the analyzed period, its annualized standard deviation is - with a maximum historical drawdown of -6.21%.