medium duration funds are better placed to offer superior returns when the interest rates start falling. Debt mutual funds offer attractive returns in a falling interest rate environment. If that interests you, you can learn more about medium duration funds.
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Most mutual fund investors stick to liquid funds, ultra short term funds, short term funds, banking & PSU funds, corporate funds, etc. to take care of their short-term needs. Most of them might know about gilt funds. Even though they may not invest in them. However, many investors are not aware of medium duration funds. Chances are that most people will keep hearing about medium duration funds this year because most mutual fund advisors are recommending these schemes to their clients these days.
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As per Sebi mandate, medium duration funds must invest in debt and money market instruments with Macaulay duration of three to four years. As you can see, these schemes are suitable for investors looking to invest for three to four years or more. However, you should check the portfolio duration of the scheme to ensure that the scheme is in line with your investment horizon.
Most mutual fund advisors do not recommend medium
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