The bulls are back in town! After three consecutive months of decline, investor confidence in the Indian stock market has made a strong comeback. Data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) released on Thursday reveals a significant turnaround in November 2025. Equity mutual fund inflows surged by over 21 percent, signalling renewed optimism among retail investors.
Key Highlights: November 2025 Mutual Fund Trends
- Equity Inflows Jump: Net investments into equity mutual funds climbed to ₹29,911 crore in November, a sharp rise from ₹24,690 crore in October.
- AUM Growth: The surge in inflows helped push the total Assets Under Management (AUM) for the industry to ₹80.80 lakh crore, up from ₹79.87 lakh crore the previous month.
- SIPs Hold Steady: Despite the volatility, monthly SIP contributions remained robust at ₹29,445 crore, dipping only marginally by 0.28 percent from October.
(Source: PTI, Livemint)
Sector-Wise Breakdown: Who Won the Race
Investors showed a clear preference for diversified and growth-oriented schemes. Here is how the different fund categories performed:
- Flexi Cap Funds Lead the Pack: This category remained the top favourite, attracting the highest net inflow of ₹8,135 crore.
- Large & Mid Cap Funds Shine: These funds saw a massive jump in popularity, with inflows growing 42 percent month-on-month to reach ₹4,503 crore.
- Mid and Small Caps Remain Hot: Risk appetite remains high, with Mid Cap funds pulling in ₹4,486 crore and Small Cap funds attracting ₹4,406 crore.
- Value/Contra Funds Surge: The biggest percentage gainer was the Value/Contra category, which saw inflows skyrocket by 231 percent to ₹1,219 crore.
(Source: Livemint, The Economic Times)
The Debt and Hybrid Story
While equities rallied, the debt market saw a sharp reversal.
- Debt Funds: After a massive inflow in October, debt mutual funds witnessed net outflows of ₹25,692 crore in November.
- Hybrid Funds: Inflows into hybrid schemes slowed down slightly, dipping 6 percent to ₹13,299 crore.
(Source: Livemint, The Economic Times)
Inflow/Outflow Snapshot (November 2025)
| Scheme Name | Net Inflow (+ve)/Outflow (-ve) (₹ crore) |
|---|---|
| Flexi Cap Fund | 8,135.01 |
| Large & Mid Cap Fund | 4,503.31 |
| Mid Cap Fund | 4,486.91 |
| Small Cap Fund | 4,406.90 |
| Multi Cap Fund | 2,462.84 |
| Focused Fund | 2,039.73 |
| Sectoral/Thematic Funds | 1,864.99 |
| Large Cap Fund | 1,639.80 |
| Value Fund/Contra Fund | 1,219.44 |
| Dividend Yield Fund | -277.74 |
| ELSS | -570.17 |
| Total Equity Inflow | 29,911.05 |
The Bottom Line
The November numbers are a testament to the maturing Indian investor. Despite market volatility, the strong bounce-back in equity mutual fund inflows to ₹29,911 crore, representing a robust 21 percent jump, shows that faith in the equity markets remains solid.
With SIP contributions holding steady near the ₹29,500 crore mark, the disciplined investment habit of retail investors continues to provide a strong backbone to the market. As we head into the new year, the shift from debt back to equity signals that the bulls are ready to charge once again.
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