India’s rapidly growing domestic demand has emerged as a goldmine for investors, and Mirae Asset Mutual Fund is leading the charge. Launched nearly 15 years ago, this fund has successfully turned everyday consumer needs into a high-growth investment opportunity, currently managing assets (AUM) worth approximately ₹4,500 crore.

Performance Highlights: The fund has delivered an impressive CAGR of nearly 25% over the last five years. For instance, a monthly SIP of ₹10,000 started in 2011 would have grown to a massive ₹62.9 lakhs today. Even lump-sum investors have seen significant gains; an initial investment of ₹10,000 at the fund’s inception would now be worth over ₹88,000, reflecting an annual growth rate of 15.76%.

Strategic Portfolio: The fund focuses on demand-driven sectors such as Automobiles, Retail, Telecom, and FMCG. Its elite portfolio includes market leaders like Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki, Titan Company, and Bharti Airtel.

Expert Insight: Fund Manager Siddharth Chhabria suggests a minimum investment horizon of 5 years for this thematic fund. While he remains optimistic about fashion, jewelry, and digital platforms—noting they could outpace GDP growth—he advises caution regarding the highly competitive FMCG sector. According to him, the “food” category within FMCG remains more lucrative than personal care as Quick Commerce continues to drive profitability.