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Indian mutual funds post fastest global AUM growth in 5 years
The Indian mutual funds industry recorded the fastest asset under management growth globally over the last five years, according to the Factbook 2026 released by the Association of Mutual Funds in India…
The Indian mutual funds industry recorded the fastest asset under management growth globally over the last five years, according to the Factbook 2026 released by the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) and Crisil. Net AUM rose 17% between December 2020 and December 2025, compared with a global average of 7%. The US logged 9% growth, Europe 5%, Asia Pacific 3%, and Africa 8%.
India's share of global mutual fund assets rose from 0.64% to 1.01%. The number of unique mutual fund investors grew nearly 2.7 times, from 2.3 crore in March 2021 to 6.1 crore in March 2026. AMFI chairman Sundeep Sikka said India stands out as a bright spot as mature markets face slower growth and a shift to lower-cost products.
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The jump from 2.3 crore to 6.1 crore unique investors in five years suggests the equity culture is broadening beyond the top metro cities, though penetration relative to India's population remains low. The report attributes growth to systematic investment plans and digital access, two channels the Securities and Exchange Board of India has actively promoted. The moderation in the corporate segment's AUM share from 41% to 37% indicates retail and institutional flows are rebalancing the investor base. A key number to watch is whether monthly SIP contributions, which have been rising steadily, sustain their trajectory through the next market cycle to maintain this growth rate.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
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