New fund offer collections by asset management companies fell to a five-year low in June. The drop followed weak equity market sentiments in the preceding quarter.
Although market sentiment later improved, the recovery did not revive fundraising through new fund offers.
Established fund houses and differentiated products may still attract investor interest.
SIPs remained robust during the same period.
Specialised Investment Funds reported strong growth in June 2026, with assets under management rising sharply amid higher inflows. The segment saw total inflows increase substantially on a month-over-month basis.
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Equity mutual fund inflows dropped sharply in May to a 12-month low. The decline came amid concerns over the West Asia conflict. Systematic Investment Plan flows stayed largely steady.
Foreign investors have pulled nearly 60 percent of inflows from India-focused equity funds since their 2024 peak. The shift is attributed to opportunities in global AI investments. Nine billion dollars left India funds during 2026.
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More than a dozen companies are preparing to raise around ₹45,000 crore through initial public offerings in July. The offerings are expected to mark a strong return for India's primary market after a quieter period.