SIP Risk Factors

Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) are a popular way to invest in various fund schemes, offering a disciplined approach to wealth creation. While SIPs provide benefits like rupee cost averaging, compounding, and ease of investing, they are not entirely risk-free. Understanding the potential risks involved is important in making informed decisions and aligning your investments with your financial goals. This article explores the key risk factors associated with SIPs to help you navigate them effectively.

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SIP Plan Benefits
Start SIP with as low as ₹1000
Start SIP with as low as ₹1000
No hidden charges
No hidden charges
Save upto ₹46,800 in Tax
Save upto ₹46,800 in Taxunder section 80C^
Zero LTCG Tax
Zero LTCG Tax
Disciplined & worry-free investing
Disciplined & worry-free investing

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₹ 10,000
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AUM (Cr)

₹10,554

NAV

₹114.53

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 28.6 21.1 17.8 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹2,693

NAV

₹72.03

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 20.65 15.58 15.35 %

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Instant tax receipt
AUM (Cr)

₹3,282

NAV

₹69.75

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 20.33 15.8 15.03 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹5,681

NAV

₹80.83

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 19.74 12.25 14.84 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹36,935

NAV

₹76.28

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 21.14 14.32 14.56 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹433

NAV

₹67.8

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 17.25 13.06 14.27 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹4,390

NAV

₹68.02

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 20.22 14.24 14.21 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹3,552

NAV

₹41.02

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 17.29 12.84 14.16 %

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Instant tax receipt
AUM (Cr)

₹7,241

NAV

₹153.78

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 17.32 13.11 13.92 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹235

NAV

₹49.48

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 19.97 14.52 13.81 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹2,693

NAV

₹72.03

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 20.65 15.58 15.35 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹3,282

NAV

₹69.75

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 20.33 15.8 15.03 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹433

NAV

₹67.8

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 17.25 13.06 14.27 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹4,390

NAV

₹68.02

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 20.22 14.24 14.21 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹3,552

NAV

₹41.02

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 17.29 12.84 14.16 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹7,241

NAV

₹153.78

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 17.32 13.11 13.92 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹235

NAV

₹49.48

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 19.97 14.52 13.81 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹104

NAV

₹55.2

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 19.58 14.03 13.54 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹2,935

NAV

₹68.15

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 16.29 12.52 13.27 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹13,106

NAV

₹81.4

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 16.53 12.35 13.02 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹10,554

NAV

₹114.53

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 28.6 21.1 17.8 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹5,681

NAV

₹80.83

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 19.74 12.25 14.84 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹36,935

NAV

₹76.28

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 21.14 14.32 14.56 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹2,211

NAV

₹62.18

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 26.09 20.39 20.03 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹1,021

NAV

₹72.89

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 19.34 14.03 14.68 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹13,589

NAV

₹68.29

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 18.26 12.94 13.25 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹3,406

NAV

₹58.95

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 19.51 12.87 12.76 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹1,125

NAV

₹52.58

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 18.38 12.16 12.43 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹528

NAV

₹57.07

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 16.63 11.34 11.64 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹831

NAV

₹40.26

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 6.1 7.73 7.65 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹1,034

NAV

₹42.05

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 6.05 7.78 7.5 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹488

NAV

₹38.1

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 5.96 7.8 7.49 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹123

NAV

₹29.29

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 6.03 6.95 7.14 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹71

NAV

₹40.42

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 5.53 7.13 7.12 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹198

NAV

₹46.46

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 4.96 7.12 7.06 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹7,540

NAV

₹32

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 5.21 6.93 7.01 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹19,241

NAV

₹49.36

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 5.62 7.12 7 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹93

NAV

₹38.17

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 5.45 7.13 6.91 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹1,064

NAV

₹45.96

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 6.02 7.01 6.9 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹892

NAV

₹97.93

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 19.71 15.62 15.45 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹363

NAV

₹47.47

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 13.13 10.63 10.64 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹5,648

NAV

₹39.51

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 12.24 9.57 10.16 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹66

NAV

₹59.59

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 10.63 9.39 10.15 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹492

NAV

₹102.62

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 11.14 9.73 10.15 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹22,609

NAV

₹72.04

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 10.92 9.51 10 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹7,725

NAV

₹109.24

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 11.68 9.76 9.85 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹286

NAV

₹31.17

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 12.1 9.17 9.85 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹839

NAV

₹38.74

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 12.12 9.66 9.81 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹1,978

NAV

₹43.01

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 12.57 9.37 9.64 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹1,321

NAV

₹81.46

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 18.97 13.18 14.01 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹7,241

NAV

₹155.14

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 17.64 13.26 13.96 %

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AUM (Cr)

₹2,935

NAV

₹69.1

Estimated Value

₹

After 5 years After 7 years After 10 years
Returns (p.a.)

+ 16.82 12.75 13.39 %

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What are SIPs (Systematic Investment Plans)?

Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) are a disciplined method of investing, allowing individuals to invest small, fixed amounts of money regularly in mutual funds or market-linked funds. Instead of making a lump-sum investment, SIPs enable investors to contribute at periodic intervals, such as weekly, monthly, or quarterly.

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I want to invest Pro Tip
Financial experts suggest that a person should invest 10-15% of their monthly income for long-term financial growth
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Total Wealth ₹22.4 L
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Monthly Investment ₹22.4 L
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Top Funds with High Returns (Past 7 Years)
High Growth Fund
17.8%
High Growth Fund
India Consumption Fund
20.03%
India Consumption Fund
Accelerator Mid-Cap Fund II
14.84%
Accelerator Mid-Cap Fund II
Opportunities Fund
14.56%
Opportunities Fund
Opportunities Fund
12.76%
Opportunities Fund
Multiplier
15.67%
Multiplier
Virtue II
15.03%
Virtue II
Growth Plus Fund
10.92%
Growth Plus Fund
Accelerator Fund
13.81%
Accelerator Fund
Pension Dynamic Equity Fund
11.33%
Pension Dynamic Equity Fund
Frontline Equity Fund
14.21%
Frontline Equity Fund
Equity Pension
12.44%
Equity Pension
Equity Top 250 Fund
11.64%
Equity Top 250 Fund
Growth Opportunities Plus Fund
14.68%
Growth Opportunities Plus Fund
Future Apex Fund
13.54%
Future Apex Fund
US Equity Fund
11.65%
US Equity Fund

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Due to the delay of 10 Months

Your Target Wealth will reduce by 13.3%.

With loss of ₹13,87,249

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Risk Factors Involved in SIPs

Here's an overview of the key risks involved:

  • Market Risk: SIPs invest in mutual funds or market-linked funds, which are subject to market fluctuations. If the market performs poorly, the value of your investments may decline.

  • Credit Risk: For debt mutual funds or market-linked funds under SIPs, there is a risk of the fund’s underlying instruments defaulting on payments, impacting returns.

  • Interest Rate Risk: Rising or falling interest rates can affect the performance of debt funds within your SIP, potentially reducing your returns.

  • Liquidity Risk: Some funds may have lock-in periods or exit loads, making it harder to withdraw your money when needed. For example: ELSS funds have a lock-in period of 3 years. 

  • Inflation Risk: In the long term, if the returns from your SIP are lower than inflation, your purchasing power might decline.

  • Fund Performance Risk: Not all mutual or market-linked funds perform as expected. A poorly managed fund can decrease returns, even if invested via SIP.

  • Overexposure Risk: Investing heavily in a single fund or sector can increase exposure to specific risks, reducing diversification benefits.

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Returns
Fund Name 5 Years 7 Years 10 Years
High Growth Fund Axis Max Life
Rating
 28.6% 21.1%
17.8%
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India Consumption Fund Tata AIA Life
Rating
 26.09% 20.39%
20.03%
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Accelerator Mid-Cap Fund II Bajaj Allianz
Rating
 19.74% 12.25%
14.84%
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Opportunities Fund HDFC Life
Rating
 21.14% 14.32%
14.56%
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Opportunities Fund ICICI Prudential Life
Rating
 19.51% 12.87%
12.76%
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Multiplier Birla Sun Life
Rating
 21.58% 14.08%
15.67%
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Virtue II PNB MetLife
Rating
 20.33% 15.8%
15.03%
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Growth Plus Fund Canara HSBC Life
Rating
 15.1% 9.79%
10.92%
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Balanced Fund LIC India
Rating
 10.44% -
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Equity Fund SBI Life
Rating
 16.45% 11.56%
11.96%
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  Returns
Fund Name 3 Years 5 Years 10 Years
Active Fund QUANT 23.92% 31.48%
21.87%
Flexi Cap Fund PARAG PARIKH 20.69% 26.41%
19.28%
Large and Mid-Cap Fund EDELWEISS 22.34% 24.29%
17.94%
Equity Opportunities Fund KOTAK 24.64% 25.01%
19.45%
Large and Midcap Fund MIRAE ASSET 19.74% 24.32%
22.50%
Flexi Cap Fund PGIM INDIA 14.75% 23.39%
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Flexi Cap Fund DSP 18.41% 22.33%
16.91%
Emerging Equities Fund CANARA ROBECO 20.05% 21.80%
15.92%
Focused fund SUNDARAM 18.27% 18.22%
16.55%

Last updated: June 2025

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Benefits of Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs)

Below are the benefits of SIPs:

  1. Disciplined Investment Habit

    SIPs encourage consistent saving by automating regular investments, fostering financial discipline over time.

  2. Rupee Cost Averaging

    Investing at regular intervals ensures you purchase more units when prices are low and fewer when prices are high, averaging the overall cost and reducing the impact of market volatility.

  3. Power of Compounding

    Small, regular investments grow significantly over time due to compounding, where your earnings generate further earnings.

  4. Affordability

    SIPs allow you to start investing with small amounts, such as ₹500 or ₹1,000 per month, making it accessible to investors with limited funds.

  5. Flexibility

    You can increase, decrease, or stop your SIP at any time without incurring significant penalties, giving you control over your investments.

  6. Convenience

    Automated payments make SIPs hassle-free, as the investment amount is directly debited from your bank account.

  7. Goal-Based Investing

    SIPs can be tailored to specific financial goals, such as buying a home, funding education, or retirement planning.

  8. No Need for Market Timing

    SIPs eliminate the need to time the market, as regular investments balance out price fluctuations over time.

  9. Tax Benefits (ELSS Funds)

    If you invest in tax-saving mutual funds (ELSS) through SIPs, you can claim deductions under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act.

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I want to invest Pro Tip
Financial experts suggest that a person should invest 10-15% of their monthly income for long-term financial growth
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I want to invest for Pro Tip
Financial experts suggest that individuals should ideally invest for a period of 5 to 10 years, or even longer, to maximize the benefits of compounding and navigate market fluctuations effectively
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Expected return Pro Tip
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Total Wealth ₹22.4 L
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Monthly Investment ₹22.4 L
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Top Funds with High Returns (Past 7 Years)
High Growth Fund
17.8%
High Growth Fund
India Consumption Fund
20.03%
India Consumption Fund
Accelerator Mid-Cap Fund II
14.84%
Accelerator Mid-Cap Fund II
Opportunities Fund
14.56%
Opportunities Fund
Opportunities Fund
12.76%
Opportunities Fund
Multiplier
15.67%
Multiplier
Virtue II
15.03%
Virtue II
Growth Plus Fund
10.92%
Growth Plus Fund
Accelerator Fund
13.81%
Accelerator Fund
Pension Dynamic Equity Fund
11.33%
Pension Dynamic Equity Fund
Frontline Equity Fund
14.21%
Frontline Equity Fund
Equity Pension
12.44%
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Due to the delay of 10 Months

Your Target Wealth will reduce by 13.3%.

With loss of ₹13,87,249

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Is SIP Investment Safe?

SIPs can be considered a safe investment because of the below mentioned reasons:

  1. Disciplined Approach

    SIPs promote regular investments, which can mitigate the risk of impulsive or poorly timed market entries and exits.

  2. Rupee Cost Averaging

    By investing consistently across market highs and lows, SIPs reduce the impact of market volatility, averaging your purchase cost over time.

  3. Diversification

    Investing through SIPs in mutual funds provides exposure to a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds, or other assets, reducing the impact of individual asset underperformance.

  4. Long-Term Benefits

    SIPs are designed for long-term wealth creation. Historical trends show that staying invested for a longer horizon often yields better returns, despite short-term market fluctuations.

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Who Should Consider Investing in SIPs?

Here’s a look at who should consider SIPs and why:

  1. New Investors

    • Why: SIPs allow beginners to start small, offering a low-risk entry into the world of investing.

    • Benefits: Ease of investing, no need to time the market, and gradual exposure to market-linked instruments.

  2. Salaried Professionals

    • Why: With a steady income, salaried individuals can set aside a fixed amount monthly for SIPs to build wealth over time.

    • Benefits: Encourages disciplined saving and helps achieve financial goals like buying a home, education, or retirement.

  3. Individuals with Long-Term Goals

    • Why: SIPs are ideal for long-term financial planning, such as building a retirement corpus, funding children’s education, or planning a dream vacation.

    • Benefits: Leverages the power of compounding and rupee cost averaging over time.

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  4. Risk-Averse Investors

    • Why: SIPs offer a safer way to navigate market volatility compared to lump-sum investments, reducing the emotional stress of market timing.

    • Benefits: Diversified mutual fund options allow investors to choose funds that align with their risk tolerance.

  5. Busy Professionals

    • Why: For individuals with limited time to actively monitor markets, SIPs automate the investment process.

    • Benefits: Hassle-free investing with regular contributions deducted automatically from bank accounts.

  6. Parents Planning for Children’s Future

    • Why: SIPs help parents accumulate a significant corpus for education, marriage, or other milestones.

    • Benefits: Long-term compounding ensures steady growth for future needs.

  7. Young Professionals

    • Why: Starting early allows young earners to take advantage of longer investment horizons.

    • Benefits: Small, consistent contributions can grow into substantial wealth over decades.

  8. People Seeking Tax Benefits

    • Why: Investing in SIPs through tax-saving mutual funds like ELSS (Equity Linked Savings Schemes) provides tax deductions under Section 80C.

    • Benefits: Reduces taxable income while building wealth.

  9. Investors Looking for Flexibility

    • Why: SIPs allow for modifications like increasing or stopping contributions, aligning with financial changes.

    • Benefits: Offers control and adaptability without penalties.

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Conclusion

While SIPs come with certain risks, such as market volatility, credit risks, and inflationary pressures, these can be mitigated through proper planning and diversification. A long-term approach, combined with regular portfolio reviews and prudent fund selection, can help manage these challenges effectively. By understanding and addressing the risks involved, investors can harness the potential of SIPs to achieve consistent growth and meet their financial objectives, and using an SIP calculator can further assist in evaluating and optimizing investment plans.

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FAQs

  • How can I reduce the risks of SIP investments?

    You can minimise risks by:

    • Diversifying your investments across fund types.

    • Choosing funds with a strong track record and experienced fund managers.

    • Investing for the long term to overcome market volatility.

    • Regularly reviewing and rebalancing your portfolio.

  • Do SIPs perform poorly during market downturns?

    During market downturns, SIPs may experience short-term losses. However, they also provide an opportunity to buy more units at lower prices, which can lead to better long-term returns when the market recovers.

  • Can I stop my SIP if the market crashes?

    Yes, you can pause or stop your SIP at any time. However, stopping during a market downturn may prevent you from benefiting when the market recovers.

  • How does rupee cost averaging reduce SIP risks?

    Rupee cost averaging allows you to buy more units when prices are low and fewer when prices are high, averaging out the overall investment cost. This strategy reduces the impact of market volatility over time.

  • Should I seek professional advice before starting an SIP?

    Yes, consulting a financial advisor can help you choose the right funds based on your risk appetite, financial goals, and investment horizon. This ensures your SIP investment aligns with your overall financial plan.

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Disclaimer:#The investment risk in the portfolio is borne by the policyholder. Life insurance is available in this product. The maturity amount of Rs 1 Cr. is for a 30 year old healthy individual investing Rs 10,000/- per month for 30 years, with assumed rates of returns @ 8% p.a. that is not guaranteed and is not the upper or lower limits as the value of your policy depends on a number of factors including future investment performance. In Unit Linked Insurance Plans, the investment risk in the investment portfolio is borne by the policyholder and the returns are not guaranteed. Maturity Value: ₹1,05,02,174 @ CAGR 8%; ₹50,45,591 @ CAGR 4%. All SIPs listed here are of insurance companies’ funds. The tax benefits under Section 80C allow a deduction of up to ₹1.5 lakhs from the taxable income per year and 10(10D) tax benefits are for investments made up to ₹2.5 Lakhs/ year for policies bought after 1 Feb 2021. Tax benefits and savings are subject to changes in tax laws.
*All savings are provided by the insurer as per the IRDAI approved insurance plan. Standard T&C Apply
^The tax benefits under Section 80C allow a deduction of up to ₹1.5 lakhs from the taxable income per year and 10(10D) tax benefits are for investments made up to ₹2.5 Lakhs/ year for policies bought after 1 Feb 2021. Tax benefits and savings are subject to changes in tax laws.
¶Long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax (12.5%) is exempted on annual premiums up to 2.5 lacs.
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^^The information relating to mutual funds presented in this article is for educational purpose only and is not meant for sale. Investment is subject to market risks and the risk is borne by the investor. Please consult your financial advisor before planning your investments.
**Returns are based on past 10 years’ fund performance data (Fund Data Source: Value Research).

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