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Axis Arbitrage Fund

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Scheme Type: Hybrid

Fund Manager:
Mr. Karthik Kumar + 2
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NAV as on Oct 07, 2025
₹ 20.6188
CAGR
6.70 %
AUM as on 30 Sep 2025(in Cr.)
₹ 7,578.40
Updated as on: September 30, 2025
Risk
Risk
Low
An open ended scheme investing in arbitrage opportunities

Investment Objective

To generate income through low volatility absolute return strategies that take advantage of opportunities in the cash and the derivative segments of the equity markets including the arbitrage opportunities available within the derivative segment, by using other derivative based strategies and by investing the balance in
debt and money market instruments. However, there is no assurance or guarantee that the investment objective of the Scheme will be achieved. The Scheme does not assure or guarantee any returns.

Benefits of

Arbitrage fund utilizes the price differential in the cash and derivatives segment of the equity market to generate returns with relatively low volatility.

Arbitrage mutual funds seek to capture the cash-futures spread in the equity market without getting affected by the market direction.

Arbitrage Fund is suitable to park short term money.

Fund Manager

Fund Manager
Mr. Devang Shah
Managing this fund since 14th Aug 2014
21
Years
Work Experience
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Fund Manager
Mr. Karthik Kumar
Managing this fund since 03th Jul 2023
17
Years
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Fund Manager
Mr. Sachin Jain
Managing this fund since 09th Nov 2021
16
Years
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Entry Load

NA

Exit Load

If redeemed/switched out within 15 days from the date of investment/allotment: 0.25%.
If redeemed/switched out after 15 days from the date of investment/allotment: Nil
Statistical Measures (3 Years)
Standard Deviation
0.41%
Beta
0.55
Sharpe Ratio**
3.21
Average Maturity@*
0.47 years
Modified Duration@*
0.44 years
Mac D
0.47 years
Portfolio Yield (Yield to Maturity&) - Monthly
6.31%
Disclaimer: @ Based on debt portfolio only. * For instruments with put/call option, the put/call date has been taken as the maturity date. & The yield to maturity given above is based on the portfolio of funds as on date given above. This should not be taken as an indication of the returns that maybe generated by the fund and the securities bought by the fund may or may not be held till their respective maturities. The calculation is based on the invested corpus of the debt portfolio. In case of semi annual YTM, it will be annualised
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This product is suitable for investors who are seeking*
  • Income over short to medium term.
  • Investment in arbitrage opportunities in the cash & derivatives segment of the equity market.
*Investors should consult their financial advisers if in doubt about whether the product is suitable for them
Riskometer
Axis Arbitrage Fund
The risk of the scheme is Low
Riskometer
Nifty 50 Arbitrage Index
The risk of the benchmark is Low
Minimum Investment Amount
  • Lumpsum Investment :
     ₹ 500
  • Additional Investment :
     ₹ 500
  • Systematic Investment :
     ₹ 100

Goal Planning

Big or small, everyone has goals that they want to accomplish. There are some goals you’re able to fulfil and others that you’re not. With proper planning a lot of this can be managed. Savings, on their own are not enough. And most people who invest, do so in an ad-hoc manner. When the markets look promising, they follow the trend and invest like others do. When the volatility sets in, they worry over their investments and take uninformed decisions.
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Asset Cap Mix

Equity (69.76%)
Debt/Cash (30.24%)

Issuers

Top 10 Issuers
% Of Net Assets
Axis Money Market Fund - Direct Plan - Growth Option
10.08
L&T Finance Limited
3.83
HDFC Bank Limited
3.29
State Bank of India
3.24
Small Industries Dev Bank of India
2.97
Reliance Industries Limited
2.80
Tata Consultancy Services Limited
2.73
ICICI Bank Limited
2.65
IDFC First Bank Limited
2.38
REC Limited
2.33

IDCW

IDCW (₹ Per Unit)
NAV Per Unit
Record DateOptionIndividuals/HUFOthersCum IDCWEx IDCW
Aug 25, 2025Dividend0.0500.05012.23412.184
Jul 25, 2025Dividend0.0500.05012.22012.170
Jun 25, 2025Dividend0.0500.05012.20412.154
Disclaimer: Pursuant to payment of Distribution (of Income & Capital), the NAV of the above stated IDCW options of the scheme/plan would fall to the extent of payout and statutory levy, if any. Past performance may or may not be sustained in future. Face value of units is Rs. 10. IDCW means Income Distribution cum Capital Withdrawal.
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08-07-2025
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08-10-2025
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FAQs on Axis Arbitrage Fund

An arbitrage fund is a type of mutual fund that aims to exploit price differentials in different markets or instruments to generate returns. These funds typically buy and sell the same or similar securities simultaneously in different markets to profit from the price differences.

The Axis Arbitrage Fund is an open-ended scheme that invests in arbitrage opportunities. It aims to generate income through low volatility absolute return strategies by taking advantage of opportunities in the cash and derivative segments of the equity markets. The scheme also invests between10-35% of its total assets in debt and money market instruments.

Arbitrage funds work by generating profit from price differentials in the derivatives and cash (or spot) markets through simultaneous buy and sell transactions. For instance, an arbitrage fund could buy an asset in today's cash market and simultaneously sell it in the futures market at a higher price, thereby locking in its gain right away.

Arbitrage funds can be a suitable choice for investors who want to profit from volatile markets without taking on too much risk. They are relatively low risk, but the payoff can be unpredictable. These funds are taxed like equity funds, and investors need to keep an eye on expense ratios, which can be high.

Arbitrage funds are actively managed. Fund managers actively seek out and exploit arbitrage opportunities in different markets to generate returns.

Investing in the Axis Arbitrage Fund offers several benefits:
•    It utilizes the price differential in the cash and derivatives segment of the equity market to generate returns with relatively low volatility.
•    It seeks to capture the cash-futures spread in the equity market without being affected by market direction.
•    It can be suitable for parking short-term money
 

Choosing between equity funds and arbitrage funds depends on your risk tolerance and investment timeline. Arbitrage funds offer lower risk and for short to medium term objectives, while equity funds unlock the potential for higher returns but demand a longer horizon and tolerance for volatility.

You can invest via Website or Mutual Fund App

Arbitrage funds are taxed like equity funds. If you hold the investment for more than one year, the gains are subject to long-term capital gains tax. If held for less than a year, short-term capital gains tax applies

The minimum investment required for the Axis Arbitrage Fund is ₹500 for both lump sum and additional investments. The minimum SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) amount is ₹100

Yes, the Axis Arbitrage Fund allows for Systematic Transfer Plan (STP), Systematic Investment Plan (SIP), and Systematic Withdrawal Plan (SWP)

The Axis Arbitrage Fund has an exit load of 0.25% if redeemed within 15 days from the date of investment/allotment. If redeemed/switched out after 15 days from the date of allotment, there is no entry load.

Arbitrage funds can be suitable for investors looking for relatively low-risk investment options to park their short-term money. They are ideal for cautious investors, active investors, and those who want to keep an emergency fund.

Arbitrage funds can be considered relatively safer as they aim to exploit price differentials in different markets, which typically involves lower risk compared to other equity investments.