Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund has launched a new thematic scheme — Baroda BNP Paribas Business Conglomerates Fund, open for subscription from 2nd September to 15th September 2025. With a very high-risk profile, this NFO focuses on investing in equity and equity-related securities of Indian companies that are part of business conglomerates, aiming for long-term capital appreciation.
Key NFO Details
| Detail | Information |
| Fund Name | Baroda BNP Paribas Business Conglomerates Fund (Direct – Growth) |
| NFO Period | 02 September 2025 to 15 September 2025 |
| Allotment Date | 22 September 2025 |
| Category | Equity – Thematic |
| Risk Level | Very High |
| Fund Type | Open-ended |
| Benchmark | BSE Select Business Groups TRI |
| Minimum Investment | ₹1,000 (lumpsum), ₹500 (SIP) |
| Exit Load | Exit Load for units in excess of 10% of the investment, 1% will be charged for redemption within 1 year |
| Short-term capital gains (STCG) | Returns are taxed at 20% if you redeem before 1 year |
| Long-term capital gains (LTCG) | After 1 year, returns above ₹1.25 lakh in a financial year are taxed at 12.5% |
Investment Objective
The scheme is designed to:
- Achieve long-term capital appreciation by investing in equity and equity-related securities of companies forming part of Indian business conglomerates.
- Provide thematic equity exposure for investors seeking concentrated, high-risk growth opportunities.
How Does This Compare with the Category?
While this is a new fund with no performance history, here’s how the category average has fared:
| Time Period | Category Avg. Returns (CAGR) |
| 1 Year | 6.92% |
| 3 Years | 16.13% |
| 5 Years | 17.23% |
| 7 Years | 17.91% |
| 10 Years | 15.32% |
| 15 Years | 14.49% |
| Since Inception | 13.71% |
Should You Invest in This NFO?
Investing in an NFO may make sense if:
- You’re seeking very high-risk thematic equity exposure.
- You want to invest in companies that are part of business conglomerates.
- You’re comfortable with a new fund that has no past performance record.
However, note: NFOs come with no historical returns, making them suitable primarily for informed or risk-tolerant investors.
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About Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund
Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund manages ₹48,441 Cr AUM (as of June 30, 2025) and offers a range of high-performing equity funds such as:
| Fund Name | AUM | 1Y Returns | 5Y Returns |
| Baroda BNP Paribas Midcap Fund | ₹2,183 Cr | -3.28% | 25.68% |
| Baroda BNP Paribas Multi Cap Fund | ₹2,953 Cr | -2.11% | 24.5% |
| Baroda BNP Paribas Large & Mid Cap Fund | ₹1,620 Cr | -5.36% | 23.2% |
| Baroda BNP Paribas India Consumption Fund | ₹1,473 Cr | -2.22% | 21.23% |
| Baroda BNP Paribas ELSS Tax Saver Fund | ₹911 Cr | 0.1% | 19.53% |
| Baroda BNP Paribas Large Cap Fund | ₹2,650 Cr | -4.89% | 19.32% |
Final Thoughts
If you’re looking to diversify your portfolio in 2025 with thematic, high-risk equity exposure, the Baroda BNP Paribas Business Conglomerates Fund NFO may be worth considering.
Before investing, review the scheme document thoroughly and consider your financial goals, risk appetite, and investment horizon.
