Finance
TonySectoral Funds Take a Dive: 88% Drop in January Inflows
Alright, folks, here’s the scoop: after two years of investors tossing money around like it’s a game of poker, sectoral mutual funds just hit a brick wall. January 2026 saw a staggering 88% drop in inflows, crashing down to ₹1,042.56 crore! Investors are hitting the pause button, but don’t fret—the overall AUM is still strutting at ₹5.24 lakh crore. Buckle up for this wild ride!
few days ago | Sunainaa Chadha
Quick rundown
1.Sectoral and thematic mutual funds see a sharp slowdown in inflows.
2.Net inflows dropped 88.44% year-on-year in January 2026.
3.Despite slowdown, AUM grew 13.63% from the previous year.
4.Many retail investors are exiting due to mis-sold thematic ideas.
5.Long-term outlook remains positive for select themes with policy support.
