ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund

Debt Funds are a good choice for investors who want to see returns in the near future (within three years). The investor's profile will determine which ICICI Mutual Fund plan is suitable for the short term. Which debt fund is best for you will depend on a variety of factors, including your age, risk tolerance, financial objectives, and investing horizon. For instance, if the investment is for a few days, they may take into account overnight funds. Liquid funds are appropriate for investments lasting up to three months. It is required that low-duration funds hold securities with an average maturity of between six and twelve months.

On the gains in mutual funds, every investor is required to pay capital gains taxes. Depending on how long an investment is held for, taxes may be long- or short-term. Additionally, the sort of mutual fund you have invested in affects the tax amount. 

If you have invested in any ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund scheme through the Bajaj Finserv platform, you can get your statement online on the Bajaj Finserv website or app.

You can easily increase your SIP amount in a ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund through the Bajaj Finserv website or app.

If you have invested in a ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund scheme through the Bajaj Finserv platform, you can easily redeem it through the Bajaj Finserv website or app.

There is not a single "best" mutual fund in ICICI Prudential. The best fund for you depends on your individual investment goals, risk tolerance, and investment horizon. ICICI Prudential offers a wide variety of mutual funds across various categories like equity, debt, and hybrid. It's recommended to carefully consider your needs and consult a financial advisor before choosing a fund.

The past performance of ICICI Mutual Funds varies depending on the specific fund. Here are some examples to illustrate this point:

• ICICI Prudential Bluechip Fund: This fund has delivered an annualised return of around 21.89% for the past 3 years (as of June 19, 2024).

• ICICI Prudential Equity & Debt Fund: This fund has delivered an annualised return of around 24.29% for the past 3 years (as of June 19, 2024).

• ICICI Prudential Gilt Fund: This fund invests in government bonds and has delivered an annualised return of around 6.70% for the past 3 years (as of June 19, 2024).

Mutual funds, including those from ICICI Prudential, are inherently subject to market risks. The value of your investment can go up or down. SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) can be a relatively safer way to invest in equity mutual funds compared to a lump sum investment, but it doesn't eliminate risk entirely. It's important to understand your risk tolerance before investing.

Similar to choosing a mutual fund, the "best" SIP for you depends on your investment goals and risk tolerance. ICICI Prudential offers SIPs across various fund categories. Consider your investment horizon (5 years in this case) and consult a financial advisor to choose an SIP that aligns with your needs.

The minimum investment amount varies depending on the specific fund and investment option (regular or direct plan). Generally, the minimum investment for an SIP is Rs. 100. It is always best to check the specific details on the ICICI Prudential website or investment platform you're using.

ICICI Prudential offers a diverse range of mutual funds across various categories, including:

• Equity Funds (Large Cap, Mid Cap, Small Cap, Sectoral Funds)

• Debt Funds (Fixed Income Funds, Income Funds)

• Hybrid Funds (Balanced Funds, Equity Savings Funds)

• Solution Oriented Funds (Retirement Funds, Children's Funds)

ICICI Prudential Bluechip Fund invests in stocks of well-established companies with a large market capitalization.

ICICI Pru Multicap Fund invests across companies of all sizes (large, mid, and small cap).

ICICI Prudential Infrastructure Fund invests in companies in the infrastructure sector of the Indian economy.

ICICI Prudential Focused Equity Fund invests in a concentrated portfolio of stocks that the fund manager believes have high growth potential.