Anindita Pramanik talks about the latest NFO of ICICI Prudential MF - Equity Minimum Variance Fund

Anindita Pramanik discusses ICICI Prudential's Equity Minimum Variance Fund, a novel approach to equity investing that prioritizes stability over aggressive growth. This fund employs a unique strategy: selecting stocks from the Nifty 50 index that exhibit lower price volatility. By focusing on these less volatile stocks, the fund aims to mitigate the impact of market fluctuations.

How does it work? The fund's investment process involves:

1. Stock Selection: Identifying stocks from the Nifty 50 index with lower volatility.
2. Portfolio Construction: Assigning higher weights to less volatile stocks and lower weights to more volatile ones.
3. Balancing Exposure: Maintaining a balanced exposure to top companies within the Nifty 50 index while ensuring high liquidity.

Why Invest? This fund is designed for investors seeking:

• Long-Term Capital Appreciation: Despite its focus on stability, the fund aims to generate long-term returns through strategic stock selection.
• Lower Volatility: By investing in less volatile stocks, the fund strives to reduce the impact of market downturns.
• Diversified Exposure: The fund's investment universe is the Nifty 50 index, ensuring diversification across various sectors and companies.
• Active Management: The fund's portfolio is actively managed by experienced fund managers, who continuously monitor market conditions and adjust the portfolio accordingly.

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