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HDFC NIFTY Smallcap 250 Index Fund - Growth Option

HDFC · Small Cap
Very High
₹18.94
Current NAV
25 Jun 2026
40.6%
1Y Return
27.6%
3Y CAGR
24.6%
5Y CAGR
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Analysis & Suitability
Pros / Upsides
  • Strong historical returns, outperforming category average in 3-year CAGR.
  • Excellent risk-adjusted performance (Sharpe Ratio: 1.56).
  • Very large asset base (AUM: ₹15,110 Cr) indicating high investor trust and liquidity.
Cons / Risks
  • Subject to high equity market volatility and short-term capital fluctuations.
  • Higher expense ratio (1.96%) which can affect compounding over long horizons.
Suitable for
  • Long-term wealth creation (5+ years horizon) like retirement or child education.
  • Systematic investments (SIP) for long-term target goal-based planning.
Not suitable for
  • Short-term goals (under 3 years) where preserving the capital is the main priority.
  • Short-term trading or speculative investment horizons.
Risk Profile: Very High Risk
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Risk Metrics
1.56
Sharpe Ratio
1.16
Beta
0.56
Alpha
1.97
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Fund Details
Fund House HDFC
Category Small Cap
AUM ₹15110 Cr
Expense Ratio 1.96%
Min SIP ₹500
Min Lumpsum ₹1000
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