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HDFC Small Cap Fund - IDCW Option

HDFC · Small Cap
Very High
₹37.53
Current NAV
30 Oct 2026
-19.2%
1Y Return
-2.2%
3Y CAGR
1.1%
5Y CAGR
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NAV History (1 Year)
Analysis & Suitability
Pros / Upsides
  • Highly cost-efficient with a low expense ratio of 0.84%.
  • Excellent risk-adjusted performance (Sharpe Ratio: 1.74).
  • Well-diversified portfolio aligned with the Small Cap mandate.
Cons / Risks
  • Subject to high equity market volatility and short-term capital fluctuations.
  • Sluggish 3-year performance, lagging behind primary equity benchmarks.
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
1.74
Sharpe Ratio
0.44
Beta
-1.76
Alpha
1.98
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Fund Details
Fund House HDFC
Category Small Cap
AUM ₹8290 Cr
Expense Ratio 0.84%
Min SIP ₹500
Min Lumpsum ₹1000
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