Samco Arbitrage Fund - Regular Plan - Growth
💡 Why Pick This Fund? Quantitative Strengths & Watch-outs
- Expense ratio (2.6%) is higher than category median (2.12%), which creates fee drag over time.
Key Statistics vs Category Median
Trailing Returns Comparison
| Period | Fund Return | Category Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | +0.74% | +0.72% | +0.02% |
| 3 Months | +1.03% | +1.49% | -0.46% |
| 6 Months | +1.98% | +3.04% | -1.06% |
| 1 Year | +3.94% | +6.13% | -2.19% |
| Since Inception | +4.13% | - | - |
Calendar Year Returns
| Year | Fund | Category Median | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | +3.34% | +5.16% | -1.82% |
| 2025 | +4.18% | +6.23% | -2.05% |
Daily Rolling Returns Summary
| Rolling Window | Minimum | Average | Median | Maximum | % Positive | % Beating Proxy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Year Rolling | +3.38% | +3.90% | +3.89% | +4.40% | 100.0% | - |
Risk Profile & Deepest Drawdowns
Portfolio & Asset Allocation
Statutory Asset Allocation Mandate (SEBI / SID)
| Instrument Category | Permitted Allocation Range |
|---|---|
| Equities & equity related instruments (Hedged exposure) - 65% to 100% | Per Scheme Mandate |
| Debt and Money market Instruments - 0 to 35% | Per Scheme Mandate |
Investment Objective & Strategy
The investment objective of the Scheme is to generate capital appreciation and income by predominantly investing in arbitrage opportunities in the cash and the derivative segments of the equity markets and the arbitrage opportunities available within the derivative segment and by investing the balance in debt and money market instruments.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 23.2 cr (AMFI Daily Fund AUM as of 2026-11-11). Positioned as too small relative to Arbitrage 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 Arbitrage Peers by Rank
| Scheme | Score | 3Y Return | Expense | Downside | Fund Size | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Bridge Arbitrage Fund | 3.8 | - | 1.91% | - | Rs 227 cr | Compare → |
| THE WEALTH COMPANY ARBITRAGE FUND | 2.8 | - | 2.14% | - | Rs 117 cr | Compare → |
| TRUSTMF ARBITRAGE FUND | 3.8 | - | 2.12% | - | Rs 147 cr | Compare → |
| Motilal Oswal Arbitrage Fund | 6.0 | - | - | - | Rs 3,557 cr | Compare → |
| WhiteOak Capital Arbitrage Fund | 6.2 | - | 3.02% | - | Rs 3,150 cr | Compare → |
Frequently Asked Questions about Samco Arbitrage Fund
What is the expense ratio of Samco Arbitrage Fund?
Samco Arbitrage Fund has a total expense ratio (TER) of 2.6% with a base expense ratio of 1.55%, compared to the Arbitrage category median of 2.12%.
Who manages Samco Arbitrage Fund?
Samco Arbitrage Fund is managed by Umeshkumar Mehta.
What are the historical returns of Samco Arbitrage Fund?
Samco Arbitrage Fund has a 1-year return of +3.94%.
How large is Samco Arbitrage Fund?
Samco Arbitrage Fund manages assets of Rs 23.2 cr, placing it in the 'too small' size band relative to Arbitrage peers.
How is Samco Arbitrage Fund scored on MFIQ?
Samco Arbitrage Fund holds an MFIQ Score of 0.8/10 (Weak), based on a category percentile composite across returns, risk, consistency, and cost.
How risky is Samco Arbitrage Fund?
Samco Arbitrage Fund has an official SEBI riskometer rating of Very High. Over the analyzed period, its annualized standard deviation is 2.02% with a maximum historical drawdown of -0.74%.