Samco Large & Mid Cap Fund - Regular Plan - Growth Option
💡 Why Pick This Fund? Quantitative Strengths & Watch-outs
- Strong capital defense: downside capture of 40% limits losses during market corrections.
- Expense ratio (3.81%) is higher than category median (2.32%), which creates fee drag over time.
Key Statistics vs Category Median
Trailing Returns Comparison
| Period | Fund Return | Category Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | +9.51% | +7.09% | +2.42% |
| 3 Months | +4.01% | +0.32% | +3.69% |
| 6 Months | +4.95% | +5.55% | -0.60% |
| 1 Year | +0.32% | +3.04% | -2.72% |
| Since Inception | -6.25% | - | - |
Calendar Year Returns
| Year | Fund | Category Median | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | +1.19% | +2.62% | -1.43% |
Daily Rolling Returns Summary
| Rolling Window | Minimum | Average | Median | Maximum | % Positive | % Beating Proxy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Year Rolling | -12.88% | -7.67% | -7.63% | +0.32% | 1.1% | 7.5% |
Risk Profile & Deepest Drawdowns
Deepest Market Corrections (Depth >= 10%)
| Peak Date | Trough Date | Fall Depth | Months to Bottom | Recovery Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-30 | 2026-10-22 | -17.4% | 16 months | Not yet recovered |
Portfolio & Asset Allocation
Statutory Asset Allocation Mandate (SEBI / SID)
| Instrument Category | Permitted Allocation Range |
|---|---|
| Equity & Equity related instruments of Large Cap companies - 35% to 65% | Per Scheme Mandate |
| Equity & Equity related instruments of Mid Cap companies - 35% to 65% | Per Scheme Mandate |
| Equity & Equity related instruments of other than Large & Mid Cap companies and international stocks - 0% to 30% | Per Scheme Mandate |
| Debt & Money market instruments - 0% to 30% | Per Scheme Mandate |
| Units issued by REITs and InvITs - 0% to 10% | Per Scheme Mandate |
Investment Objective & Strategy
The investment objective of the Scheme is to generate long term capital appreciation from a diversified portfolio of predominantly Large Cap and Mid Cap equity and equity-related securities. There is 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 94.9 cr (AMFI Daily Fund AUM as of 2026-11-11). Positioned as too small relative to Large & Mid 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 Large & Mid Cap Peers by Rank
| Scheme | Score | 3Y Return | Expense | Downside | Fund Size | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bajaj Finserv Large & Mid Cap Fund | 3.2 | - | 2.55% | 103.6% | Rs 2,492 cr | Compare → |
| PGIM India Large and Midcap Fund | 4.4 | - | 2.49% | 110.4% | Rs 829 cr | Compare → |
| JM Large & Mid Cap Fund | 4.3 | - | 2.72% | 106.7% | Rs 481 cr | Compare → |
| ITI Large & Midcap Fund | 3.9 | - | - | 118.5% | Rs 708 cr | Compare → |
| Whiteoak Capital Large & Mid Cap Fund | 6.4 | - | 2.33% | 94.2% | Rs 2,599 cr | Compare → |
Frequently Asked Questions about Samco Large & Mid Cap Fund
What is the expense ratio of Samco Large & Mid Cap Fund?
Samco Large & Mid Cap Fund has a total expense ratio (TER) of 3.81% with a base expense ratio of 2.1%, compared to the Large & Mid Cap category median of 2.32%.
Who manages Samco Large & Mid Cap Fund?
Samco Large & Mid Cap Fund is managed by Umeshkumar Mehta.
What are the historical returns of Samco Large & Mid Cap Fund?
Samco Large & Mid Cap Fund has a 1-year return of +0.32%.
How large is Samco Large & Mid Cap Fund?
Samco Large & Mid Cap Fund manages assets of Rs 94.9 cr, placing it in the 'too small' size band relative to Large & Mid Cap peers.
How is Samco Large & Mid Cap Fund scored on MFIQ?
Samco Large & Mid Cap Fund holds an MFIQ Score of 2.8/10 (Weak), based on a category percentile composite across returns, risk, consistency, and cost.
How risky is Samco Large & Mid Cap Fund?
Samco Large & Mid Cap Fund has an official SEBI riskometer rating of Very High. Over the analyzed period, its annualized standard deviation is 13.32% with a maximum historical drawdown of -17.37%.