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Nippon India Nifty 500 Momentum 50 Index Fund(G)-Direct Plan
Univest 3 hrs ago·14 Sept 2026, 11:09 pm
Nippon India has launched the Nifty 500 Momentum 50 Index Fund, a new exchange-traded fund (ETF) designed to track the performance of the 50 largest and most profitable companies in India. The fund specifically targets firms that have demonstrated strong price momentum over the past 12 months, aiming to capture the upside of market leaders.
For investors, this fund offers a convenient way to gain diversified exposure to India's top blue-chip stocks without the need for active stock picking. It follows a passive investment strategy, meaning it mirrors the index's performance, which can be a lower-cost alternative to actively managed mutual funds. However, as with any equity fund, it carries market risk.
Investors should watch the fund's expense ratio and its performance relative to the broader Nifty 500 index. Since it focuses on momentum, it may be more volatile during market corrections. This launch adds another option for those looking to build a long-term portfolio in India's large-cap space.
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