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Aditya Birla Sun Life Frontline Equity Fund Vs DSP BlackRock Focus Fund

Updated on April 14, 2025 , 1309 views

Aditya Birla Sun Life Frontline Equity Fund and DSP BlackRock Focus Fund both the scheme belong to the category of Equity Large cap funds. Large-cap funds are the Mutual Fund schemes that invest their fund money in shares of equity and equity-related securities of companies having a Market capitalization of more than INR 10,000 Crores. Large-cap companies are also known as bluechip companies and are considered to be the market leaders in their respective Industry. Large-cap funds post a steady growth and returns as they invest in big businesses. Even during economic recessions, the share prices of large-cap funds do fluctuate less. Though there are numerous schemes under one category of Mutual Fund yet they differ on account of numerous parameters. So, let us understand differences between Aditya Birla Sun Life Frontline Equity Fund and DSP BlackRock Focus Fund through this article.

Aditya Birla Sun Life Frontline Equity Fund

Aditya Birla Sun Life (ABSL) Frontline Equity Fund is offered by ABSL Mutual Fund under the large-cap category. This scheme was launched in the year 2002. ABSL Frontline Equity Fund uses S&P BSE 200 Index as its base to build its basket of assets. Individuals seeking long-term Capital appreciation by having exposure in a Portfolio consisting of stocks forming part of S&P BSE 200 Index can choose to invest in this scheme. Some of the features of ABSL Frontline Equity Fund are investment in companies across various industries, maintaining a disciplined exposure across different sectors, and wealth creation with equity investments. The risk-appetite of Aditya Birla Sun Life Frontline Equity Fund is moderately high and is suitable for an investment horizon of 3-5 years. Mr. Mahesh Patil is the sole fund manager managing the ABSL Frontline Equity Fund.

DSP BlackRock Focus Fund (Erstwhile DSP BlackRock Focus 25 Fund)

This scheme of DSP BlackRock (DSPBR) Mutual Fund aims to invest in equity and equity-related instruments across companies thereby; generating a long-term capital growth. This scheme was incepted on June 10, 2010. DSP BlackRock Focus Fund uses S&P BSE 200 TRI Index as its benchmark to build its portfolio of assets. Based on the Asset Allocation objective of the scheme, it invests a minimum of 65% of its accumulated fund money in equity and equity-related instruments restricted up to 30 companies. As on March 31, 2018, the Top 5 constituents of DSP BlackRock Focus Fund consists of HDFC Bank Limited, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, Larsen & Toubro Limited, Reliance Industries Limited, and IndusInd Bank Limited. DSP BlackRock Focus Fund (earlier known as DSP BlackRock Focus 25 Fund) is jointly managed by Mr. Harrish Zaveri and Mr. Jay Kothari.

Aditya Birla Sun Life Frontline Equity Fund Vs DSP BlackRock Focus Fund

Though both ABSL Frontline Equity Fund and DSPBR Focus Fund belong to the same category of equity large-cap, there are numerous differences between them. So, let us understand the differences between these schemes based on numerous parameters that are classified into four sections, namely, basics section, performance section, yearly performance section, and other details section.

Basics Section

It is the first section in the comparison of both the schemes. The comparable parameters forming part of the basics section include scheme category, current NAV, and Fincash Rating. To begin with the scheme category, it can be said that both the schemes are part of Equity Large Cap category. The comparison of current NAV states that both the schemes differ considerably on account of NAV. As on April 30, 2018, the NAV of ABSL Frontline Equity Fund was around INR 220, while of DSPBR Focus Fund was approximately INR 22. With respect to the Fincash category, it can be said that ABSL Mutual Fund’s scheme is rated as a 4-Star scheme and DSPBR Mutual Fund’s scheme is rated as a 3-Star scheme. The comparison of basics section is tabulated as follows.

Parameters
BasicsNAV
Net Assets (Cr)
Launch Date
Rating
Category
Sub Cat.
Category Rank
Risk
Expense Ratio
Sharpe Ratio
Information Ratio
Alpha Ratio
Benchmark
Exit Load
Aditya Birla Sun Life Frontline Equity Fund
Growth
Fund Details
₹490.76 ↑ 2.54   (0.52 %)
₹26,286 on 28 Feb 25
30 Aug 02
Equity
Large Cap
14
Moderately High
1.67
-0.24
0.35
1.74
Not Available
0-365 Days (1%),365 Days and above(NIL)
DSP BlackRock Focus Fund
Growth
Fund Details
₹51.475 ↑ 0.37   (0.71 %)
₹2,259 on 28 Feb 25
10 Jun 10
Equity
Focused
27
Moderately High
2.15
0.07
0.27
6.65
Not Available
0-12 Months (1%),12 Months and above(NIL)

Performance Section

The differences in the CAGR or Compounded Annual Growth Rate returns at different time intervals is done in the performance section. These time intervals include 1 Month Return, 6 Month Return, 3 Year Return, and 5 Year Return. The comparison of the performance section states that there is not much difference in the returns earned by both the schemes. However, in most instances, the performance of ABSL Frontline Equity Fund has been better. The summary of the performance section is as follows.

Parameters
Performance1 Month
3 Month
6 Month
1 Year
3 Year
5 Year
Since launch
Aditya Birla Sun Life Frontline Equity Fund
Growth
Fund Details
5.6%
0%
-7.5%
9%
13.1%
22.7%
18.8%
DSP BlackRock Focus Fund
Growth
Fund Details
6.2%
1%
-7%
15.1%
16%
22.5%
11.7%

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Yearly Performance Section

This is the third section in the comparison of both the schemes whose comparable elements include absolute returns generated by both the schemes for a particular year. The analysis of yearly performance section states that in certain years, ABSL Frontline Equity Fund leads the race and in others, DSPBR Focus Fund leads the race. The table given below states the summary comparison of the yearly performance section.

Parameters
Yearly Performance2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
Aditya Birla Sun Life Frontline Equity Fund
Growth
Fund Details
15.6%
23.1%
3.5%
27.9%
14.2%
DSP BlackRock Focus Fund
Growth
Fund Details
18.5%
34.2%
-4.5%
22.3%
9%

Other Details Section

Being the last section in the comparison, it includes parameters such as AUM, minimum SIP investment, and minimum lumpsum investment. The comparison of AUM shows a significant difference between both the schemes. As on March 31, 2018, the AUM of Aditya Birla Sun Life Frontline Equity Fund was approximately INR 19,373 Crores and of DSP BlackRock Focus Fund was around INR 2,830 Crores. The minimum SIP investment of both the schemes is different. For ABSL’s scheme, the SIP amount is INR 1,000 and of DSPBR’s scheme, it is INR 500. However, the lumpsum investment for both the schemes is same, that is, INR 1,000. The table given below summarizes the comparison of the other details section.

Parameters
Other DetailsMin SIP Investment
Min Investment
Fund Manager
Aditya Birla Sun Life Frontline Equity Fund
Growth
Fund Details
₹100
₹1,000
Mahesh Patil - 19.3 Yr.
DSP BlackRock Focus Fund
Growth
Fund Details
₹500
₹1,000
Vinit Sambre - 4.75 Yr.

Growth of 10k Investments over the years

Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.
Aditya Birla Sun Life Frontline Equity Fund
Growth
Fund Details
DateValue
31 Mar 20₹10,000
31 Mar 21₹17,018
31 Mar 22₹20,441
31 Mar 23₹20,490
31 Mar 24₹27,424
31 Mar 25₹29,595
Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.
DSP BlackRock Focus Fund
Growth
Fund Details
DateValue
31 Mar 20₹10,000
31 Mar 21₹16,818
31 Mar 22₹18,735
31 Mar 23₹18,010
31 Mar 24₹25,163
31 Mar 25₹29,397

Detailed Assets & Holdings Comparison

Asset Allocation
Aditya Birla Sun Life Frontline Equity Fund
Growth
Fund Details
Asset ClassValue
Cash4.31%
Equity95.45%
Debt0.23%
Equity Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Financial Services31.94%
Consumer Cyclical12.41%
Technology9.6%
Industrials8.66%
Consumer Defensive6.99%
Health Care6.41%
Energy5.93%
Basic Materials4.94%
Communication Services4.46%
Utility2.68%
Real Estate1.41%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
HDFC Bank Ltd (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 30 Apr 07 | HDFCBANK
8%₹2,198 Cr12,689,852
ICICI Bank Ltd (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 31 Oct 09 | ICICIBANK
8%₹1,990 Cr16,528,292
Infosys Ltd (Technology)
Equity, Since 30 Apr 05 | INFY
6%₹1,693 Cr10,033,663
Reliance Industries Ltd (Energy)
Equity, Since 30 Apr 05 | RELIANCE
5%₹1,295 Cr10,787,510
Larsen & Toubro Ltd (Industrials)
Equity, Since 30 Apr 08 | LT
5%₹1,195 Cr3,778,215
Bharti Airtel Ltd (Communication Services)
Equity, Since 31 Oct 17 | BHARTIARTL
4%₹999 Cr6,360,389
Axis Bank Ltd (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 31 Aug 13 | 532215
3%₹827 Cr8,147,062
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (Consumer Cyclical)
Equity, Since 28 Feb 15 | M&M
3%₹776 Cr3,003,365
Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 30 Apr 15 | KOTAKBANK
3%₹743 Cr3,904,807
↑ 141,600
NTPC Ltd (Utilities)
Equity, Since 29 Feb 16 | 532555
3%₹669 Cr21,468,779
Asset Allocation
DSP BlackRock Focus Fund
Growth
Fund Details
Asset ClassValue
Cash4.54%
Equity95.46%
Equity Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Financial Services34.74%
Health Care13%
Technology10.38%
Basic Materials9.95%
Consumer Cyclical8.32%
Industrials4.86%
Real Estate3.83%
Communication Services3.04%
Energy3.03%
Consumer Defensive2.38%
Utility1.91%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
Bajaj Finance Ltd (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 31 May 22 | 500034
8%₹189 Cr221,914
ICICI Bank Ltd (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 31 Oct 16 | ICICIBANK
6%₹138 Cr1,148,242
HDFC Bank Ltd (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 31 Jul 23 | HDFCBANK
5%₹117 Cr677,687
Coforge Ltd (Technology)
Equity, Since 31 Jul 23 | COFORGE
5%₹109 Cr147,483
↑ 19,941
Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Co Ltd (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 31 Aug 21 | CHOLAFIN
5%₹107 Cr766,081
Ipca Laboratories Ltd (Healthcare)
Equity, Since 31 Mar 21 | 524494
4%₹101 Cr742,934
Axis Bank Ltd (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 31 Jan 23 | 532215
4%₹95 Cr932,100
↑ 46,781
Phoenix Mills Ltd (Real Estate)
Equity, Since 31 Jul 22 | 503100
4%₹87 Cr558,910
Suven Pharmaceuticals Ltd (Healthcare)
Equity, Since 30 Nov 23 | SUVENPHAR
3%₹79 Cr647,887
Coromandel International Ltd (Basic Materials)
Equity, Since 31 Jan 17 | 506395
3%₹73 Cr436,050

Therefore, from the above pointers, it can be concluded that both the schemes differ on account of numerous parameters. As a result, individuals should understand the parameters of the scheme completely before Investing in it. They should check whether the scheme suits their investment objective or not. This will help them to attain their objectives on time and in a hassle-free manner.

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