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Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund Vs Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund

Updated on November 18, 2024 , 1367 views

Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund and Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund both belong to the diversified equity category of Mutual Fund. Diversified Funds, in simple terms, are the Mutual Fund schemes that invest their pooled money in shares of companies across Market capitalization. On a general note, these funds invest around 46-60% of their corpus in Large cap funds, 10-40% of their corpus in mid cap funds, and up to 10% of their corpus in Small cap funds. Diversified Funds are also known as Flexicap or Multicap Funds. In certain instances, sometimes the funds may or may not invest their corpus in small-cap funds. These schemes follow a value or growth style of investing in Mutual Funds. Though Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund and Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund are a part of the same category, nevertheless; they differ on account of numerous parameters. So, let us understand the differences between these schemes through this articles.

Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund

Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund is offered and managed by Principal Mutual Fund. The benchmark index used by Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund to construct its Portfolio is S&P BSE 250 Large Midcap Index. This scheme was launched on November 12, 2008. Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund is solely managed by Mr. Dhimant Shah. IndusInd Bank Limited, AIA Engineering Limited, Ramkrishna Forgings Limited, and Aurobindo Pharma Limited. Are some of the top holdings that form part of this scheme’s portfolio. As per the Asset Allocation objective of the scheme, it invests around 35-65% of its fund money in equity and equity-related instruments of large-cap and mid-cap companies respectively. This scheme is suitable for investors looking for Investing in shares of large & mid-cap companies thereby attaining an appreciation of Capital in the long-term.

Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund

The objective of Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund (earlier known as Principal Growth Fund) is to attain capital appreciation in the long-term tenure. This scheme of Principal Mutual Fund is an open-ended diversified scheme that invests in large-cap, mid-cap, and small-cap funds. The scheme uses Nifty 500 Index as its benchmark to build its portfolio. The fund manager managing Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund is Mr. P.V. K. Mohan. Based on the asset allocation objective of the scheme, it invests around 65-100% of its pooled money in equity and equity-related instruments of various companies while the remaining in shares of fixed Income and money market instruments. As on March 31, 2018, some of the top constituents of Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund consisted of City Union Bank Limited, ITC Limited, NTPC Limited, HCL Technologies Limited, and Britannia Industries Limited.

Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund Vs Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund

Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund and Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund differ on account of numerous parameters. So, let us understand the differences between both the schemes by analyzing these parameters that are categorized into four section as follows.

Basics Section

Being the first section in the comparison, it includes parameters such as current NAV, scheme category, and Fincash Rating. With respect to scheme category, it can be said that both the schemes belong to the scheme category of Equity Diversified. The comparison of Fincash Rating states that Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund is rated as 5-Star rated scheme and Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund is rated as 4-Star rated scheme. The current NAV of both the schemes show that there is a difference between both the schemes. As on April 26, 2018, the NAV of Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund is nearly INR 110 and of Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund is around INR 148. The summary of the basics section is 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
Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund
Growth
Fund Details
₹183.316 ↑ 2.03   (1.12 %)
₹3,124 on 30 Nov 21
12 Nov 08
Equity
Large & Mid Cap
1
Moderately High
2.08
2.74
0.22
2.18
Not Available
0-1 Years (1%),1 Years and above(NIL)
Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund
Growth
Fund Details
₹360.89 ↑ 2.62   (0.73 %)
₹2,759 on 31 Oct 24
25 Oct 00
Equity
Multi Cap
12
Moderately High
2.05
2
-0.6
0.88
Not Available
0-365 Days (1%),365 Days and above(NIL)

Performance Section

This section compares the CAGR or Compounded Annual Growth Rate returns of both the schemes at different intervals. These time intervals include 1 Month Return, 3 Month Return, 1 Year Return, and Return since Inception. The comparison of CAGR returns reveals that in many instances, Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund leads the race. The summary comparison of the performance section is tabulated as follows.

Parameters
Performance1 Month
3 Month
6 Month
1 Year
3 Year
5 Year
Since launch
Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund
Growth
Fund Details
2.9%
2.9%
13.6%
38.9%
21.9%
19.2%
24.8%
Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund
Growth
Fund Details
-6.2%
-3.4%
6%
27.1%
14.1%
20.6%
16.1%

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Yearly Performance Section

The comparison of absolute returns generated by the schemes for a particular year is compared in the yearly performance section. The analysis of the yearly performance section states that in certain years Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund has performed better while in others, Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund has done well. The table given below summarizes the comparison of yearly performance section.

Parameters
Yearly Performance2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund
Growth
Fund Details
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund
Growth
Fund Details
31.1%
-1.6%
46.3%
15%
3.9%

Other Details Section

This being the last section in the comparison includes elements such as AUM, minimum SIP investment, and minimum lumpsum investment. The minimum SIP and lumpsum investment are same for both the schemes. The SIP amount for both the schemes is INR 2,000 while the lumpsum amount for both the schemes is INR 5,000. However, there is a significant difference between the AUM of both the schemes. As on March 31, 2018, the AUM of Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund is approximately INR 1,657 Crores and of Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund is around INR 629 Crores. The table given below summarizes the comparison of other details section.

Parameters
Other DetailsMin SIP Investment
Min Investment
Fund Manager
Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund
Growth
Fund Details
₹100
₹5,000
Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund
Growth
Fund Details
₹100
₹5,000
Ratish Varier - 2.84 Yr.

Growth of 10k Investments over the years

Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.
Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund
Growth
Fund Details
DateValue
31 Oct 19₹10,000
31 Oct 20₹10,424
31 Oct 21₹17,267
Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.
Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund
Growth
Fund Details
DateValue
31 Oct 19₹10,000
31 Oct 20₹9,964
31 Oct 21₹16,741
31 Oct 22₹17,324
31 Oct 23₹19,239
31 Oct 24₹26,598

Detailed portfolio Comparison

Asset Allocation
Principal Emerging Bluechip Fund
Growth
Fund Details
Asset ClassValue
Equity Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
Asset Allocation
Principal Multi Cap Growth Fund
Growth
Fund Details
Asset ClassValue
Cash4.76%
Equity95.23%
Other0%
Equity Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Financial Services19.04%
Industrials15.99%
Consumer Cyclical15.74%
Technology8.31%
Health Care7.76%
Energy7%
Basic Materials6.72%
Communication Services5.02%
Consumer Defensive4.02%
Utility2.97%
Real Estate2.62%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
Reliance Industries Ltd (Energy)
Equity, Since 31 Jan 05 | RELIANCE
5%₹133 Cr449,586
↓ -106,548
HDFC Bank Ltd (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 31 Jul 09 | HDFCBANK
4%₹129 Cr746,575
NTPC Ltd (Utilities)
Equity, Since 31 Mar 23 | 532555
3%₹87 Cr1,955,077
Larsen & Toubro Ltd (Industrials)
Equity, Since 31 May 23 | LT
3%₹85 Cr230,571
Infosys Ltd (Technology)
Equity, Since 30 Apr 08 | INFY
3%₹80 Cr425,850
Brigade Enterprises Ltd (Real Estate)
Equity, Since 31 Dec 20 | 532929
3%₹76 Cr539,440
Axis Bank Ltd (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 31 Jan 24 | 532215
2%₹71 Cr577,823
Indian Bank (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 31 Dec 23 | 532814
2%₹70 Cr1,339,692
Blue Star Ltd (Industrials)
Equity, Since 31 Jul 22 | BLUESTARCO
2%₹70 Cr337,653
Lupin Ltd (Healthcare)
Equity, Since 30 Apr 24 | 500257
2%₹68 Cr311,373

Therefore, it can be concluded that there are numerous differences between both the schemes. Consequently, individuals should be careful while investing in any of the schemes. They should check whether the scheme matches their investment objective or not and understand its modalities thoroughly. If required, people can also consult a financial advisor. This will help them to get more clarity and ensure that their objectives are met on time.

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