Small-cap mutual funds#39; assets soar 83% to Rs 2.43 lakh crore in FY24 on retail investor boom

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The surge in assets was complemented by an increase in the number of investors, with the number of folios reaching 1.9 crore in March 2024 from 1.09 crore a year ago, adding an investor base of 81 lakh. This shows investors#39; inclination for small-cap funds.

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Small-cap mutual funds#39; assets soar 83% to Rs 2.43 lakh crore in FY24 on retail investor boom

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