Axis Focused Fund - Regular Plan - Growth Option
💡 Why Pick This Fund? Quantitative Strengths & Watch-outs
- Delivered positive returns in 100% of 3-year investment horizons.
- Cost-efficient: expense ratio of 1.89% is lower than category median (2.24%).
- Over 14 years of operational history across different market cycles.
- Downside capture of 106% indicates larger drops during broader market downturns.
Key Statistics vs Category Median
Trailing Returns Comparison
| Period | Fund Return | Category Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | +8.08% | +7.77% | +0.31% |
| 3 Months | +0.04% | +0.86% | -0.82% |
| 6 Months | +10.93% | +7.95% | +2.98% |
| 1 Year | +2.26% | +3.65% | -1.39% |
| 3 Years CAGR | +10.60% | +12.71% | -2.11% |
| 5 Years CAGR | +3.52% | +10.23% | -6.71% |
| 7 Years CAGR | +9.44% | +13.92% | -4.48% |
| 10 Years CAGR | +11.77% | +12.75% | -0.98% |
| Since Inception | +12.76% | - | - |
📈 Monthly SIP vs Bank Fixed Deposit (FD) Replay
See how a regular monthly SIP in Axis Focused Fund compares against a standard 7.0% p.a. Bank Fixed Deposit.
Calendar Year Returns
| Year | Fund | Category Median | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | +5.00% | +3.13% | +1.87% |
| 2025 | +2.49% | +2.93% | -0.44% |
| 2024 | +14.79% | +17.15% | -2.36% |
| 2023 | +17.24% | +28.21% | -10.97% |
| 2022 | -14.50% | -0.40% | -14.10% |
| 2021 | +24.00% | +34.23% | -10.23% |
| 2020 | +21.01% | +16.09% | +4.92% |
| 2019 | +14.65% | +15.36% | -0.71% |
| 2018 | +0.64% | -5.29% | +5.93% |
| 2017 | +45.15% | +39.11% | +6.04% |
| 2016 | +4.56% | +5.20% | -0.64% |
| 2015 | +3.91% | +2.95% | +0.96% |
| 2014 | +38.75% | +49.92% | -11.17% |
| 2013 | +5.82% | +0.43% | +5.39% |
Daily Rolling Returns Summary
| Rolling Window | Minimum | Average | Median | Maximum | % Positive | % Beating Proxy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Year Rolling | -20.56% | +13.72% | +10.34% | +75.58% | 78.5% | 18.7% |
| 3-Year Rolling | +0.82% | +13.02% | +13.29% | +25.97% | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| 5-Year Rolling | +0.96% | +13.06% | +12.98% | +23.78% | 100.0% | 0.0% |
Risk Profile & Deepest Drawdowns
Deepest Market Corrections (Depth >= 10%)
| Peak Date | Trough Date | Fall Depth | Months to Bottom | Recovery Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-02-12 | 2020-03-23 | -33.8% | 1 months | 8 months |
| 2021-10-14 | 2023-03-28 | -29.1% | 17 months | 12 months |
| 2015-08-07 | 2016-02-25 | -20.0% | 7 months | 5 months |
Portfolio & Asset Allocation
Filing Date: 2026-09-30Top 10 Security Holdings
| # | Company / Security | NSE Symbol | Asset Class | Weight (%) | Value (Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
ICICI BANK LIMITED EQ NEW FV RS. 2/-
ICICIBANK
|
ICICIBANK | Equity |
8.13%
|
₹852.1 Cr |
| 2 |
ETERNAL LIMITED EQ
ETERNAL
|
ETERNAL | Equity |
7.85%
|
₹822.2 Cr |
| 3 |
DIVIS LABORATORIES LIMITED EQ NEW RS. 2/-
DIVISLAB
|
DIVISLAB | Equity |
6.5%
|
₹680.9 Cr |
| 4 |
TREPS
|
- | Cash |
6.24%
|
₹653.6 Cr |
| 5 |
BAJAJ FINANCE LIMITED EQ NEW FV RE.1/-
BAJFINANCE
|
BAJFINANCE | Equity |
5.34%
|
₹559.8 Cr |
| 6 |
CHOLAMANDALAM INVESTMENT AND FINANCE COMPANY LIMITED EQ NEW FV RS. 2/-
CHOLAFIN
|
CHOLAFIN | Equity |
5.14%
|
₹538.4 Cr |
| 7 |
APOLLO HOSPITALS ENTERPRISE LIMITED EQ NEW F.V. RS.5/-
APOLLOHOSP
|
APOLLOHOSP | Equity |
5.06%
|
₹530.2 Cr |
| 8 |
APAR INDUSTRIES LIMITED EQ
APARINDS
|
APARINDS | Equity |
4.9%
|
₹513.6 Cr |
| 9 |
TVS MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED EQ FV RE.1/-
TVSMOTOR
|
TVSMOTOR | Equity |
4.53%
|
₹474.7 Cr |
| 10 |
STATE BANK OF INDIA EQ NEW RE. 1/-
SBIN
|
SBIN | Equity |
4.22%
|
₹441.8 Cr |
Statutory Asset Allocation Mandate (SEBI / SID)
| Instrument Category | Permitted Allocation Range |
|---|---|
| Equity and Equity Related Instruments (of not exceeding 30 companies) - (65%-100%), Debt and Money Market Instruments - (0%-30%), Units issued by InvITs (0%-10%) | Per Scheme Mandate |
Investment Objective & Strategy
To generate long term capital appreciation by investing in a concentrated portfolio of equity & equity related instruments of up to 30 companies. However, there can be no assurance that the investment objective of the Scheme will be achieved.
Fund Size Position
Currently managing Rs 11,120 cr (AMFI Daily Fund AUM as of 2026-11-11). Positioned as stretched relative to Focused schemes.
Fund Management
Cost & Capital Gains Taxation
From April 2026 the total expense ratio includes brokerage, transaction costs and statutory levies on top of the base fee.
Equity-oriented schemes: 20% short-term capital gains tax if sold within 12 months; 12.5% long-term capital gains tax on gains exceeding ₹1.25 lakh per financial year when held for more than 12 months.
Closest Focused Peers by Rank
| Scheme | Score | 3Y Return | Expense | Downside | Fund Size | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTI Focused Fund 30 stocks | 4.1 | +10.80% | 2.22% | 99.0% | Rs 2,525 cr | Compare → |
| JM Focused Fund | 2.2 | +11.02% | 2.85% | 114.6% | Rs 285 cr | Compare → |
| quant Focused Fund | 3.3 | +12.46% | 3.14% | 97.6% | Rs 864 cr | Compare → |
| Mirae Asset Focused Fund | 3.3 | +9.44% | 2.14% | 94.9% | Rs 6,780 cr | Compare → |
| Union Focused Fund | 3.9 | +12.18% | 2.55% | 82.1% | Rs 464 cr | Compare → |
Frequently Asked Questions about Axis Focused Fund
What is the expense ratio of Axis Focused Fund?
Axis Focused Fund has a total expense ratio (TER) of 1.89% with a base expense ratio of 1.49%, compared to the Focused category median of 2.24%.
Who manages Axis Focused Fund?
Axis Focused Fund is managed by Sachin Relekar (tenure: 2.8 years since 2024-02-01).
What are the historical returns of Axis Focused Fund?
Axis Focused Fund delivered a 3-year CAGR of 10.6% and a 5-year CAGR of 3.52%. Its 1-year return stands at +2.26%.
How large is Axis Focused Fund?
Axis Focused Fund manages assets of Rs 11,120 cr, placing it in the 'stretched' size band relative to Focused peers.
How is Axis Focused Fund scored on MFIQ?
Axis Focused Fund holds an MFIQ Score of 3.8/10 (Weak), based on a category percentile composite across returns, risk, consistency, and cost.
How risky is Axis Focused Fund?
Axis Focused Fund has an official SEBI riskometer rating of Very High. Over the analyzed period, its annualized standard deviation is 13.92% with a maximum historical drawdown of -33.78%.