Edelweiss Arbitrage Fund- Regular Plan- Growth Option
💡 Why Pick This Fund? Quantitative Strengths & Watch-outs
- Delivered positive returns in 100% of 3-year investment horizons.
- Over 12 years of operational history across different market cycles.
- 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 | +0.67% | +0.72% | -0.05% |
| 3 Months | +1.44% | +1.49% | -0.05% |
| 6 Months | +3.07% | +3.04% | +0.03% |
| 1 Year | +6.12% | +6.13% | -0.01% |
| 3 Years CAGR | +6.67% | +6.54% | +0.13% |
| 5 Years CAGR | +6.23% | +6.08% | +0.15% |
| 7 Years CAGR | +5.64% | +5.49% | +0.15% |
| 10 Years CAGR | +5.80% | +5.69% | +0.11% |
| Since Inception | +6.16% | - | - |
📈 Monthly SIP vs Bank Fixed Deposit (FD) Replay
See how a regular monthly SIP in Edelweiss Arbitrage Fund compares against a standard 7.0% p.a. Bank Fixed Deposit.
Calendar Year Returns
| Year | Fund | Category Median | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | +5.19% | +5.16% | +0.03% |
| 2025 | +6.35% | +6.23% | +0.12% |
| 2024 | +7.69% | +7.46% | +0.23% |
| 2023 | +7.14% | +7.05% | +0.09% |
| 2022 | +4.37% | +4.06% | +0.31% |
| 2021 | +3.83% | +3.55% | +0.28% |
| 2020 | +4.49% | +4.08% | +0.41% |
| 2019 | +6.20% | +6.07% | +0.13% |
| 2018 | +6.10% | +6.06% | +0.04% |
| 2017 | +5.84% | +5.58% | +0.26% |
| 2016 | +6.66% | +6.64% | +0.02% |
| 2015 | +7.96% | +7.60% | +0.36% |
Daily Rolling Returns Summary
| Rolling Window | Minimum | Average | Median | Maximum | % Positive | % Beating Proxy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Year Rolling | +2.98% | +6.03% | +6.21% | +9.22% | 100.0% | - |
| 3-Year Rolling | +4.02% | +5.86% | +6.15% | +7.29% | 100.0% | - |
| 5-Year Rolling | +4.90% | +5.64% | +5.52% | +6.89% | 100.0% | - |
Risk Profile & Deepest Drawdowns
Portfolio & Asset Allocation
Statutory Asset Allocation Mandate (SEBI / SID)
| Instrument Category | Permitted Allocation Range |
|---|---|
| Under normal circumstances the asset allocation pattern will be: 1. Equity & Equity related instruments (including REITs) including derivatives | 65%-100% 2. Debt & Money Market instruments including the margin money deployed in derivative transactions - 0%-35% Please refer the Scheme Information Document for more details. Under defensive circumstances, the asset allocation would be as follows: Equity & Equity related instruments (including REITs) including derivatives - 0%-35% Debt & Money Market instruments including the margin money deployed in derivative transactions - 65%-100% |
Investment Objective & Strategy
The investment objective of the Scheme is to generate income by predominantly investing in arbitrage opportunities in the cash and the derivative segments of the equity markets and the arbitrage opportunities available within the derivative segment and by investing the balance in debt and money market instruments. However, there is no assurance that the investment objective of the scheme will be realized.
ℹ️ Detailed monthly stock-level holdings for this scheme are updated periodically from asset management company statutory disclosures.
Fund Size Position
Currently managing Rs 13,897 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDFC ARBITRAGE FUND | 6.3 | +6.74% | 2.02% | - | Rs 26,069 cr | Compare → |
| Aditya BIRLA SUN LIFE ARBITRAGE FUND | 5.9 | +6.66% | 1.92% | - | Rs 27,972 cr | Compare → |
| Invesco India Arbitrage Fund | 6.2 | +6.77% | 2.82% | - | Rs 32,388 cr | Compare → |
| Tata Arbitrage Fund | 5.3 | +6.63% | 2.20% | - | Rs 24,777 cr | Compare → |
| UTI Arbitrage Fund | 6.6 | +6.77% | 1.80% | - | Rs 11,067 cr | Compare → |
Frequently Asked Questions about Edelweiss Arbitrage Fund
What is the expense ratio of Edelweiss Arbitrage Fund?
Edelweiss Arbitrage Fund has a total expense ratio (TER) of 2.2% with a base expense ratio of 0.9%, compared to the Arbitrage category median of 2.12%.
Who manages Edelweiss Arbitrage Fund?
Edelweiss Arbitrage Fund is managed by Bhavesh Jain (tenure: 12.4 years since 2014-06-27).
What are the historical returns of Edelweiss Arbitrage Fund?
Edelweiss Arbitrage Fund delivered a 3-year CAGR of 6.67% and a 5-year CAGR of 6.23%. Its 1-year return stands at +6.12%.
How large is Edelweiss Arbitrage Fund?
Edelweiss Arbitrage Fund manages assets of Rs 13,897 cr, placing it in the 'comfortable' size band relative to Arbitrage peers.
How is Edelweiss Arbitrage Fund scored on MFIQ?
Edelweiss Arbitrage Fund holds an MFIQ Score of 6.5/10 (Average), based on a category percentile composite across returns, risk, consistency, and cost.
How risky is Edelweiss Arbitrage Fund?
Edelweiss Arbitrage Fund has an official SEBI riskometer rating of Very High. Over the analyzed period, its annualized standard deviation is 1.07% with a maximum historical drawdown of -0.54%.