Global Journal of Commerce & Management Perspective
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Abstract

A STUDY ON FEATURES & LIMITATIONS OF MUTUAL FUNDS

Prem Shankar Maurya

The Mutual Fund Industry in India has emerged over the years. In the current era of uncertainty and volatility in the market the investors hesitates to invest their money in Mutual Fund Schemes as they perceive capital market as risky. So, in the present conditions the role of financial brokers and agents is becoming very much important as they provide the suitable products to the investors as per their needs. It is the duty of broker or agent to encourage the investor to purchase mutual fund products and help achieve his financial goals over a period of time. The need and scope for mutual fund operation has increased tremendously with the emphasis in increase in domestic savings and improvement in deployment of investment through markets. It is an alternative option to intermediate between the investors and users of investible resources and is enabling the investors to indirectly participate in the capital markets and reap the gains of adequate diversification and professional management. The vehicle is becoming popular in India and abroad due to higher return, relatively lower risk.

Published Date: 2021-09-08;