Axis Momentum Fund - Regular Plan - Growth Option
💡 Why Pick This Fund? Quantitative Strengths & Watch-outs
- Downside capture of 117% indicates larger drops during broader market downturns.
- Expense ratio (3.42%) 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 | +5.59% | +6.32% | -0.73% |
| 3 Months | +0.44% | -0.20% | +0.64% |
| 6 Months | +2.72% | +5.98% | -3.26% |
| 1 Year | -2.99% | +3.90% | -6.89% |
| Since Inception | -4.56% | - | - |
Calendar Year Returns
| Year | Fund | Category Median | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -2.89% | +4.03% | -6.92% |
| 2025 | -4.69% | +1.43% | -6.12% |
Daily Rolling Returns Summary
| Rolling Window | Minimum | Average | Median | Maximum | % Positive | % Beating Proxy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Year Rolling | -13.25% | -0.86% | -1.96% | +14.94% | 36.0% | 5.5% |
Risk Profile & Deepest Drawdowns
Deepest Market Corrections (Depth >= 10%)
| Peak Date | Trough Date | Fall Depth | Months to Bottom | Recovery Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-02 | 2025-03-04 | -21.7% | 2 months | Not yet recovered |
Portfolio & Asset Allocation
Statutory Asset Allocation Mandate (SEBI / SID)
| Instrument Category | Permitted Allocation Range |
|---|---|
| Equity & Equity related instruments of companies selected based on momentum theme | 80%-100%, Other Equity and Equity related instruments - 0%-20%, Debt & Money Market Instruments - 0%-20%, Units issued by InVITs - 0%-10% |
Investment Objective & Strategy
The Scheme aims to provide long-term capital growth from an actively managed diversified portfolio of equity & equity-related securities of companies that exhibit strong momentum. The selection of securities will be based on a quantitative model that will aim to maximize momentum exposure based on various parameters. There is no assurance that the investment objective of the scheme will be achieved.
ℹ️ Detailed monthly stock-level holdings for this scheme are updated periodically from asset management company statutory disclosures.
Fund Size Position
Currently managing Rs 865 cr (AMFI Daily Fund AUM as of 2026-11-11). Positioned as comfortable relative to Sectoral / Thematic schemes.
Fund Management
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.
Closest Sectoral / Thematic Peers by Rank
| Scheme | Score | 3Y Return | Expense | Downside | Fund Size | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axis Services Opportunities Fund | 3.8 | - | 2.24% | 113.0% | Rs 1,364 cr | Compare → |
| LIC MF Consumption Fund | 3.1 | - | 2.72% | 115.7% | Rs 444 cr | Compare → |
| Axis Consumption Fund | 3.8 | - | 2.13% | 120.9% | Rs 2,488 cr | Compare → |
| BAJAJ FINSERV CONSUMPTION FUND | 1.7 | - | 2.88% | 131.0% | Rs 592 cr | Compare → |
| Edelweiss Consumption Fund | 3.0 | - | 2.60% | 123.1% | Rs 462 cr | Compare → |
Frequently Asked Questions about Axis Momentum Fund
What is the expense ratio of Axis Momentum Fund?
Axis Momentum Fund has a total expense ratio (TER) of 3.42% with a base expense ratio of 1.97%, compared to the Sectoral / Thematic category median of 2.52%.
Who manages Axis Momentum Fund?
Axis Momentum Fund is managed by Nandik Mallik (tenure: 0.7 years since 2026-03-06).
What are the historical returns of Axis Momentum Fund?
Axis Momentum Fund has a 1-year return of -2.99%.
How large is Axis Momentum Fund?
Axis Momentum Fund manages assets of Rs 865 cr, placing it in the 'comfortable' size band relative to Sectoral / Thematic peers.
How is Axis Momentum Fund scored on MFIQ?
Axis Momentum Fund holds an MFIQ Score of 1.6/10 (Weak), based on a category percentile composite across returns, risk, consistency, and cost.
How risky is Axis Momentum Fund?
Axis Momentum Fund has an official SEBI riskometer rating of Very High. Over the analyzed period, its annualized standard deviation is 16.75% with a maximum historical drawdown of -21.74%.