Gold and silver prices are soaring. Exchange-traded funds based on these metals have given good returns. Tata Gold ETF and Tata Silver ETF are top performers. Experts suggest allocating a portion of investment portfolios to precious metals. Geopolitical tensions and industrial demand are driving the rally. Investors should consider SIPs to manage volatility. Experts recommend aligning investments with long-term goals.

Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund introduces a new fund offer, the Business Conglomerates Fund, allowing investors to tap into India's prominent business groups like Tata, Birla, and Ambani. The fund aims to capitalize on value creation through demergers and restructurings, offering diversified exposure across multiple sectors.

Quant Mutual Fund is focusing on large-cap stocks. It is increasing investments in auto and FMCG sectors. The fund house is also raising silver exposure in its multi-asset fund. Sandeep Tandon led Quant Mutual Fund is positive on infrastructure, hotels, pharma, consumption and telecom sectors. SEBI has approved Quant Mutual Fund's Specialized Investment Fund.

A study reveals that 13 small cap mutual funds consistently delivered positive returns between 2020 and 2024. However, in 2025, most of these funds experienced negative returns. Axis Small Cap Fund and Canara Robeco Small Cap Fund saw declines. Nippon India Small Cap Fund also faced losses.

The Bandhan Large & Mid Cap Fund, with a growth-oriented investment style across large, mid, and small caps, has delivered strong returns and favorable risk metrics over three years. Experts highlight large & mid cap funds’ blend of stability and growth, making them ideal for volatile markets. Investors should consider their risk profile and goals before investing.

With Trump’s fresh 25% tariff hike taking the total levy on Indian goods to 50%, experts advise mutual fund investors to stay invested and avoid knee-jerk reactions. The focus should be on diversification, trimming exposure to US export-dependent sectors, and continuing SIPs, as volatility aids rupee cost averaging and strengthens long-term wealth creation.

Five equity mutual funds delivered over 25% CAGR in the last three years, led by Bandhan Small Cap Fund. Out of 233 schemes, 228 gave double-digit returns. While top funds outperformed, every scheme delivered positive gains, underscoring consistent wealth creation across categories.