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Specialized Investment Fund (SIF)

Shriya
28 Feb 2025

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Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) introduced a new asset class between portfolio management services (PMS) and mutual funds called 'Specialized Investment Fund' (SIF)- An asset class for investors with higher risk-taking capabilities.  

Key points: 

  • Minimum Investment- Rs.10 lacs or more minimum investment amount will not apply to an accredited investor.  

  • Investment strategy- Could include Equity, Debt, REITs or Derivatives. 

  • The fees and expenses- in accordance with Regulation 52 of the mutual fund regulations. 

  • Limitations on the SIF, such as a maximum of 10% investment in any one listed company at the fund level and 20% for any issuer of debt 

    security. Government securities (G-Secs) and treasury bills (T-bills) are exempt from the restrictions.  

  • Fund managers managing the SIF will need to be certified by the National Institute of Securities Market (NISM). 

  • The SIF will also be structured like a mutual fund, offering similar investment and redemption procedures and similar tax treatment for both the end investor and the fund company managing the assets.  

Shriya
28 Feb 2025

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