Helios Flexi Cap Fund - Regular Plan - Growth Option
💡 Why Pick This Fund? Quantitative Strengths & Watch-outs
- Generated +4.0% annualized alpha (excess return) over its benchmark.
- Solid MFIQ Score of 7.1/10 reflects sound fundamentals and risk management.
- Equities carry market risk; returns fluctuate and recommended investment horizon is 5+ years.
Key Statistics vs Category Median
Trailing Returns Comparison
| Period | Fund Return | Category Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | +7.96% | +6.72% | +1.24% |
| 3 Months | +2.30% | +0.95% | +1.35% |
| 6 Months | +8.69% | +7.48% | +1.21% |
| 1 Year | +5.05% | +3.87% | +1.18% |
| Since Inception | +16.20% | - | - |
Calendar Year Returns
| Year | Fund | Category Median | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | +6.10% | +3.55% | +2.55% |
| 2025 | +6.12% | +3.91% | +2.21% |
| 2024 | +27.88% | +18.52% | +9.36% |
Daily Rolling Returns Summary
| Rolling Window | Minimum | Average | Median | Maximum | % Positive | % Beating Proxy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Year Rolling | -6.81% | +9.06% | +7.06% | +37.59% | 95.5% | 89.6% |
Risk Profile & Deepest Drawdowns
Deepest Market Corrections (Depth >= 10%)
| Peak Date | Trough Date | Fall Depth | Months to Bottom | Recovery Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-16 | 2025-02-28 | -18.5% | 2 months | 6 months |
| 2025-10-29 | 2026-03-30 | -16.7% | 5 months | 3 months |
| 2026-08-25 | 2026-10-23 | -10.1% | 2 months | 1 months |
Portfolio & Asset Allocation
Statutory Asset Allocation Mandate (SEBI / SID)
| Instrument Category | Permitted Allocation Range |
|---|---|
| Equity & Equity related instruments of large cap,mid cap and small cap companies - 65-100% Money Market instruments, Other Liquid instruments - 0-35% Units issued by INVITs - 0-10%, Units of Mutual Fund Scheme - 0-35% | Per Scheme Mandate |
Investment Objective & Strategy
The investment objective scheme is to generate long-term capital appreciation by investing predominantly in equity & equity related instruments across market capitalization. However, there is no assurance or guarantee 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 9,920 cr (AMFI Daily Fund AUM as of 2026-11-11). Positioned as comfortable relative to Flexi Cap schemes.
Fund Management
Cost & Capital Gains Taxation
From April 2026 the total expense ratio includes brokerage, transaction costs and statutory levies on top of the base fee.
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.
Closest Flexi Cap Peers by Rank
| Scheme | Score | 3Y Return | Expense | Downside | Fund Size | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund | 7.1 | +12.72% | 1.29% | 45.9% | Rs 156,540 cr | Compare → |
| WhiteOak Capital Flexi Cap Fund | 7.2 | +14.19% | 2.04% | 92.6% | Rs 10,304 cr | Compare → |
| HSBC Flexi Cap Fund | 5.3 | +15.99% | 2.07% | 104.7% | Rs 6,072 cr | Compare → |
| Edelweiss Flexi Cap Fund | 5.8 | +14.33% | 2.15% | 99.3% | Rs 3,851 cr | Compare → |
| BANK OF INDIA Flexi Cap Fund | 6.4 | +17.44% | 2.28% | 104.6% | Rs 3,440 cr | Compare → |
Frequently Asked Questions about Helios Flexi Cap Fund
What is the expense ratio of Helios Flexi Cap Fund?
Helios Flexi Cap Fund has a total expense ratio (TER) of 2.04% with a base expense ratio of 1.5%, compared to the Flexi Cap category median of 2.17%.
Who manages Helios Flexi Cap Fund?
Helios Flexi Cap Fund is managed by Alok Bahl.
What are the historical returns of Helios Flexi Cap Fund?
Helios Flexi Cap Fund has a 1-year return of +5.05%.
How large is Helios Flexi Cap Fund?
Helios Flexi Cap Fund manages assets of Rs 9,920 cr, placing it in the 'comfortable' size band relative to Flexi Cap peers.
How is Helios Flexi Cap Fund scored on MFIQ?
Helios Flexi Cap Fund holds an MFIQ Score of 7.1/10 (Good), based on a category percentile composite across returns, risk, consistency, and cost.
How risky is Helios Flexi Cap Fund?
Helios Flexi Cap Fund has an official SEBI riskometer rating of Very High. Over the analyzed period, its annualized standard deviation is 16.48% with a maximum historical drawdown of -18.47%.