INCOME TAX28 Sept 2026
Sectoral mutual funds: Defence, metals gave double-digit returns in 2 years while tech, consumer in red — here's why | Mint
Over the past two years, sectoral mutual fund returns have split sharply. Defence, metals and PSU (public sector) banks came out ahead, while technology, consumer, media and real estate slipped into the red. Returns came from two things: earnings growth and price-to-earnings valuation changes. Since these funds hold stocks from a single sector, your outcome depends on that sector. Check its earnings and valuation before investing.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Defence, metals and PSU banks were the key outperformers among sectors over the past two years.
- Technology, consumer, media and real estate were the key laggards and delivered negative returns.
- Sector returns are a mix of earnings growth and PE re-rating or de-rating, so high 2024 valuations hurt some sectors.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:Before putting fresh money into a sectoral mutual fund, check that sector's earnings growth and current valuation, since these two factors largely decide the returns.
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