BARODA BNP PARIBAS ARBITRAGE FUND- REGULAR PLAN- GROWTH OPTION
💡 Why Pick This Fund? Quantitative Strengths & Watch-outs
- Delivered positive returns in 100% of 3-year investment horizons.
- Equities carry market risk; returns fluctuate and recommended investment horizon is 5+ years.
Key Statistics vs Category Median
Trailing Returns Comparison
| Period | Fund Return | Category Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | +0.60% | +0.72% | -0.12% |
| 3 Months | +1.31% | +1.49% | -0.18% |
| 6 Months | +2.78% | +3.04% | -0.26% |
| 1 Year | +5.60% | +6.13% | -0.53% |
| 3 Years CAGR | +6.36% | +6.54% | -0.18% |
| Since Inception | +6.13% | - | - |
📈 Monthly SIP vs Bank Fixed Deposit (FD) Replay
See how a regular monthly SIP in BARODA BNP PARIBAS ARBITRAGE FUND compares against a standard 7.0% p.a. Bank Fixed Deposit.
Calendar Year Returns
| Year | Fund | Category Median | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | +4.71% | +5.16% | -0.45% |
| 2025 | +6.16% | +6.23% | -0.07% |
| 2024 | +7.46% | +7.46% | 0.00% |
| 2023 | +7.17% | +7.05% | +0.12% |
Daily Rolling Returns Summary
| Rolling Window | Minimum | Average | Median | Maximum | % Positive | % Beating Proxy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Year Rolling | +4.26% | +6.56% | +6.62% | +8.13% | 100.0% | - |
| 3-Year Rolling | +6.31% | +6.72% | +6.75% | +7.04% | 100.0% | - |
Risk Profile & Deepest Drawdowns
Portfolio & Asset Allocation
Statutory Asset Allocation Mandate (SEBI / SID)
| Instrument Category | Permitted Allocation Range |
|---|---|
| Under Normal Circumstances: Equities, equity related instruments | 65% - 100% Debt instruments in CDs, government securities with maturities upto 1 year, and units of Mutual fund schemes$.: 0% - 35% Under Defensive Circumstances: Equities, equity related instruments : 0% - 65% Debt instruments in CDs, government securities with maturities upto 1 year, and units of Mutual fund schemes$. : 25% - 100% |
Investment Objective & Strategy
The primary investment objective of the scheme is to generate income and capital appreciation by investing in a combination of diversified portfolio of equity and equity related instruments, including use of equity derivatives strategies and arbitrage opportunities with exposure in debt and fixed income instruments. However, there can be no assurance that the investment objectives of the Scheme will be realized. The Scheme does not guarantee/indicate any returns.
ℹ️ Detailed monthly stock-level holdings for this scheme are updated periodically from asset management company statutory disclosures.
Fund Size Position
Currently managing Rs 1,014 cr (AMFI Daily Fund AUM as of 2026-11-11). Positioned as comfortable relative to Arbitrage 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 Arbitrage Peers by Rank
| Scheme | Score | 3Y Return | Expense | Downside | Fund Size | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIC MF Arbitrage Fund | 4.5 | +6.41% | 1.62% | - | Rs 300 cr | Compare → |
| PGIM India Arbitrage Fund | 3.7 | +6.35% | 1.91% | - | Rs 109 cr | Compare → |
| BANDHAN Arbitrage Fund | 3.5 | +6.53% | 2.31% | - | Rs 7,699 cr | Compare → |
| JM Arbitrage Fund | 2.6 | +6.27% | 2.11% | - | Rs 418 cr | Compare → |
| Sundaram Arbitrage Fund Formerly Know as Principal Arbitrage Fund | 5.1 | +6.47% | 1.69% | - | Rs 576 cr | Compare → |
Frequently Asked Questions about BARODA BNP PARIBAS ARBITRAGE FUND
What is the expense ratio of BARODA BNP PARIBAS ARBITRAGE FUND?
BARODA BNP PARIBAS ARBITRAGE FUND has a total expense ratio (TER) of 2.23% with a base expense ratio of 0.96%, compared to the Arbitrage category median of 2.12%.
Who manages BARODA BNP PARIBAS ARBITRAGE FUND?
BARODA BNP PARIBAS ARBITRAGE FUND is managed by Neeraj Saxena (tenure: 4.7 years since 2022-03-14).
What are the historical returns of BARODA BNP PARIBAS ARBITRAGE FUND?
BARODA BNP PARIBAS ARBITRAGE FUND delivered a 3-year CAGR of 6.36%. Its 1-year return stands at +5.60%.
How large is BARODA BNP PARIBAS ARBITRAGE FUND?
BARODA BNP PARIBAS ARBITRAGE FUND manages assets of Rs 1,014 cr, placing it in the 'comfortable' size band relative to Arbitrage peers.
How is BARODA BNP PARIBAS ARBITRAGE FUND scored on MFIQ?
BARODA BNP PARIBAS ARBITRAGE FUND holds an MFIQ Score of 4.2/10 (Weak), based on a category percentile composite across returns, risk, consistency, and cost.
How risky is BARODA BNP PARIBAS ARBITRAGE FUND?
BARODA BNP PARIBAS ARBITRAGE FUND has an official SEBI riskometer rating of Very High. Over the analyzed period, its annualized standard deviation is 1.10% with a maximum historical drawdown of -0.31%.