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Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund - Regular Plan - Growth Option

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AMC: Axis Mutual Fund • Category: Sectoral / Thematic • NAV: Rs 20.88 (2026-11-11) • Rank: #84 in category (#374 overall) • Index Proxy: Nifty 500
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Information only. Past performance does not guarantee future returns. Check the scheme documents and consult a qualified professional before investing.

💡 Why Pick This Fund? Quantitative Strengths & Watch-outs

🟢 Key Strengths
  • Delivered positive returns in 100% of 3-year investment horizons.
  • 5-Year CAGR of 4.22% demonstrates steady long-term compounding.
🟡 Things to Keep in Mind
  • Equities carry market risk; returns fluctuate and recommended investment horizon is 5+ years.
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Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund
Proxy (Nifty 500)

Key Statistics vs Category Median

Fund Size
Rs 1,026 cr
Category: Rs 804 cr (comfortable)
Total Expense (TER)
2.65%
Category Median: 2.52%
Base Expense (BER)
1.91%
Excludes levies & brokerage
Sharpe Ratio
0.18
Category Median: 0.34
Beta
0.80
Category Median: 0.97
Alpha
-2.73%
Category Median: +1.89%
Standard Deviation
12.24%
Category Median: 16.05%
MFIQ Score
3.4/10
Weak
Lagging category peers on risk-adjusted returns, downside protection, or expense drag.
Returns (30%) 1.1/10
3Y CAGR 8.1% vs category median 13.2% (-5.2 points); 5Y CAGR 4.2%.
Risk Management (30%) 4.3/10
Sharpe ratio 0.18 (cat median 0.34), downside capture 97.0%, max fall -25.1%.
Consistency (20%) 5.6/10
100.0% of 3Y rolling windows positive; beat category median in 1 of 5 calendar years.
Cost Efficiency (20%) 3.4/10
Total expense ratio 2.65% vs category median 2.52% (+0.13% points).
Ranked #84 of 221 in Sectoral / Thematic. Percentile standing measured against category cohort.

Trailing Returns Comparison

Period Fund Return Category Median Difference
1 Month +5.08% +6.32% -1.24%
3 Months -1.74% -0.20% -1.54%
6 Months +1.80% +5.98% -4.18%
1 Year -3.51% +3.90% -7.41%
3 Years CAGR +8.07% +13.23% -5.16%
5 Years CAGR +4.22% +10.72% -6.50%
Since Inception +11.40% - -

📈 Monthly SIP vs Bank Fixed Deposit (FD) Replay

See how a regular monthly SIP in Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund compares against a standard 7.0% p.a. Bank Fixed Deposit.

Bank FD Benchmark
7.0% p.a. Fixed Deposit
Total Invested: ₹3,60,000
Maturity Value: ₹4,01,630
Interest Earned: +₹41,630
Actual Historical Performance
Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund
CAGR: +8.07%
Fund Value: Calculating...
Extra Wealth Over FD: +₹0

Calendar Year Returns

Year Fund Category Median Gap
2026 -4.79% +4.03% -8.82%
2025 +3.25% +1.43% +1.82%
2024 +16.00% +20.41% -4.41%
2023 +24.47% +30.70% -6.23%
2022 -11.97% +1.66% -13.63%
2021 +24.61% +30.31% -5.70%

Daily Rolling Returns Summary

Rolling Window Minimum Average Median Maximum % Positive % Beating Proxy
1-Year Rolling -17.76% +13.45% +8.20% +67.94% 68.8% 9.3%
3-Year Rolling +6.41% +12.05% +11.71% +20.44% 100.0% 0.0%
5-Year Rolling +2.57% +10.93% +10.38% +19.88% 100.0% 0.0%

Risk Profile & Deepest Drawdowns

Sortino Ratio
0.25
Category: 0.46
R-Squared
0.882
Correlation with Proxy
Upside Capture
82.5%
Monthly return ratio
Downside Capture
97.0%
Lower is better

Deepest Market Corrections (Depth >= 10%)

Peak Date Trough Date Fall Depth Months to Bottom Recovery Period
2021-10-18 2022-06-17 -25.1% 8 months 17 months
2020-02-20 2020-03-23 -19.6% 1 months 3 months
2024-09-26 2026-03-30 -18.7% 18 months Not yet recovered

Portfolio & Asset Allocation

Statutory Asset Allocation Mandate (SEBI / SID)

Instrument Category Permitted Allocation Range
Equity and Equity related instruments of companies with favorable Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria - (80%-100%), Other Equity and Equity related instruments - (0%-20%)*, Debt & Money Market instruments - (0%-20%), Units issued by InvITs (0%-10%) *The portion of the investment under this category shall not be in contrast to the Integrated strategy of the scheme. Per Scheme Mandate

Investment Objective & Strategy

To generate long-term capital appreciation by investing in a diversified portfolio of companies demonstrating sustainable practices across Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) parameters using an ESG Integration approach. However, there can be no assurance that the investment objective of the Scheme will be achieved.

ℹ️ Detailed monthly stock-level holdings for this scheme are updated periodically from asset management company statutory disclosures.

Fund Size Position

Currently managing Rs 1,026 cr (AMFI Daily Fund AUM as of 2026-11-11). Positioned as comfortable relative to Sectoral / Thematic schemes.

Too Small Small Comfortable Stretched Strained

Fund Management

Vishal Agarwal
Managing scheme since 2024-09-16
2.2 yrs tenure
Krishnaa N
Managing scheme since 2024-03-01
2.7 yrs tenure

Cost & Capital Gains Taxation

From April 2026 the total expense ratio includes brokerage, transaction costs and statutory levies on top of the base fee.

Applicable Tax Structure

Equity-oriented schemes: 20% short-term capital gains tax if sold within 12 months; 12.5% long-term capital gains tax on gains exceeding ₹1.25 lakh per financial year when held for more than 12 months.

Tax rules as of 23 July 2024. Verify before investing.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund

What is the expense ratio of Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund?

Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund has a total expense ratio (TER) of 2.65% with a base expense ratio of 1.91%, compared to the Sectoral / Thematic category median of 2.52%.

Who manages Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund?

Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund is managed by Vishal Agarwal (tenure: 2.2 years since 2024-09-16).

What are the historical returns of Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund?

Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund delivered a 3-year CAGR of 8.07% and a 5-year CAGR of 4.22%. Its 1-year return stands at -3.51%.

How large is Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund?

Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund manages assets of Rs 1,026 cr, placing it in the 'comfortable' size band relative to Sectoral / Thematic peers.

How is Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund scored on MFIQ?

Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund holds an MFIQ Score of 3.4/10 (Weak), based on a category percentile composite across returns, risk, consistency, and cost.

How risky is Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund?

Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund has an official SEBI riskometer rating of Very High. Over the analyzed period, its annualized standard deviation is 12.24% with a maximum historical drawdown of -25.09%.