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Mutual funds increase cash allocation by over Rs 7,800 crore in July to Rs 1.90 lakh crore

Mutual funds boosted cash holdings by over Rs 7,856 crore in July. PPFAS Mutual Fund held the largest cash reserve at Rs 25,291 crore. This fund house has three equity-oriented funds in its portfolio. Rajeev Thakkar noted cash levels have fallen from a peak of 25%. Other fund houses like…

The Economic Times

Don't worry about AI! Why PPFAS CIO Rajeev Thakkar wants Indian investors to read what tech analyst Benedict Evans said

PPFAS CIO Rajeev Thakkar says fears that AI will destroy IT jobs are exaggerated. Citing Benedict Evans and historical automation, he argues technology eliminates some roles while creating new work, with implementation, cybersecurity and other opportunities emerging.

The Economic Times

Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund hikes stakes in HCL Tech, Coal India and 9 other stocks in July. Check full list

Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund, the largest active flexicap fund by AUM, raised its stake in HCL Technologies, Coal India and nine other stocks in July. It added 5.76 lakh HCL Tech shares and 10.27 lakh Coal India shares. Among the other holdings, Indraprastha Gas saw the biggest addition, with…

The Economic Times

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Parag Parikh Flexi Cap current underperformance not noteworthy; cash at 14-15%, HDFC Bank outlook unchanged: Rajeev Thakkar

PPFAS Mutual Fund CIO Rajeev Thakkar said the recent underperformance of Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund is neither unusual nor significant. He defended its long-term strategy, lower cash allocation, and private-bank exposure, including HDFC Bank. Thakkar said market volatility creates opportunities, while the fund avoids popular themes and sees potential…

The Economic Times

TCS, Infosys crash up to 55%: Why India's largest mutual fund scheme is still buying

India's largest mutual fund scheme is buying more shares of TCS and Infosys. This buying occurs even as these IT stocks experience significant market value losses. The fund manager's conviction rests on current cash flows rather than future AI narratives. While AI disruption pressures revenue, it also creates new technology…

The Economic Times

India’s biggest equity fund makes contrarian bet on IT stocks

India’s largest actively managed equity fund, PPFAS Flexi Cap, is increasing exposure to beaten-down IT stocks, taking a contrarian view on AI disruption fears. CIO Rajeev Thakkar argues pessimism is overdone, betting on productivity gains and valuation comfort even as the Nifty IT index heads for its worst year since…

The Economic Times

ET Alpha Wealth Summit | Wealthy Indians are still way underinvested in global stocks, says PPFAS's Rajeev Thakkar

Indian wealthy investors must look beyond this year's market ups and downs for wealth protection. Experts advise a long-term strategy for lasting wealth. This involves reducing risks like inflation and taxes. Diversifying investments globally is crucial. Investors should increase their international equity exposure now. Focusing on business fundamentals, not just…

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ET Alpha Wealth Summit Fireside | Never sell because you're bored': PPFAS CIO Rajeev Thakkar's 6-point guide on when to exit an investment

Rajeev Thakkar, CIO at PPFAS Asset Management, highlighted selling skills at the ET Alpha Wealth Summit. He stated that investors often sell for wrong reasons like boredom or reacting to news. Thakkar outlined six valid reasons to sell, including needing capital for better opportunities, cutting losses, fraud, structural disruption, extreme…

The Economic Times

ET Alpha Wealth Summit: Mapping the road to India’s next growth wave

India's strong economic growth faces scrutiny as global conditions remain uncertain. The ET Alpha Wealth Summit on June 4 in Mumbai will feature top economists and finance experts to analyze the durability of India's growth momentum. Discussions will cover consumption vs. investment-led growth, private capex revival, and wealth creation opportunities.

The Economic Times

Mutual funds cut technology sector exposure to 8-year low in April. Is AI disruption reshaping sentiment?

Mutual funds have significantly reduced their technology sector exposure to an eight-year low, driven by concerns over AI disruption, slowing global IT spending, and muted earnings. This strategic shift reflects investor caution amid a transition phase for the IT sector, with a preference for domestic sectors like financials and defence.

The Economic Times

Rajeev Thakkar and Sankaran Naren see value in IT despite AI disruption concerns

Veteran fund managers Rajeev Thakkar and Sankaran Naren believe select Indian IT stocks are becoming attractive despite AI disruption concerns. While Naren called the sector a contrarian valuation play with possible risks, Thakkar argued Indian IT firms have historically adapted to technological shifts, and AI-driven productivity could ultimately expand demand.

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