HDFC Large Cap Fund Direct-Growth
Benchmark: NIFTY 100 TRI · Inception: 01/01/2013 · NAV: ₹1151.92 (01/10/2026)
AUM: ₹39933 Cr · Expense Ratio: 1.04% · Riskometer: Very High
The fund's Alpha of 0.03 is significantly lower than the Category Alpha of 1.22. The Sharpe ratio of 0.19 is lower than the Category Sharpe of 0.234, and the Std Dev of 14.38 is higher than the Category Std Dev of 11.96, indicating it takes on more risk for less relative reward compared to category peers.
The fund's Alpha of 0.03 is positive and the Mean Return of 8.42 reflects steady long-term performance over a 10-year period of 11.7. Large Cap exposure of 84.96% provides core stability within its primary investment mandate.
The fund's Sharpe ratio of 0.19 is lower than the Category Sharpe of 0.234, indicating less risk-adjusted return than peers. Furthermore, the Sortino of 0.24 is also lower than the category average of not being specified but failing to exceed its own performance benchmarks compared to peers.
The fund's Beta of 0.95 is higher than the Category Beta of 0.786, indicating higher sensitivity to market movements than the average peer. Additionally, a Std Dev of 14.38 is higher than the Category Std Dev of 11.96, suggesting a more volatile profile suitable for investors with a high risk tolerance.
The fund exhibits higher volatility and a lower risk-adjusted return profile compared to its category averages. While it maintains consistent returns, it underperforms its peers on key efficiency metrics like Alpha and Sharpe.
HDFC Large Cap Fund carries an overall rating of 3.8/5 (Selective Buy), showing moderate standing within the Large Cap category. Its alpha of 0.03 underperformss the category average of 1.22, suggesting room for improvement in active management. The Sharpe ratio of 0.19 sits below the category mean of 0.23, while volatility (std dev 14.38%) is higher than peers (11.96%), indicating relatively higher volatility. With a 5-year CAGR of 9.32% and expense ratio of 1.04%, investors should weigh cost-adjusted returns carefully.
| Period | CAGR |
|---|---|
| 1Y | -6.32% |
| 3Y | 7.53% |
| 5Y | 9.32% |
| 10Y | 11.70% |
| Since Launch | 12.46% |
- ✅ Strong Rating 4/5
- ⚠️ Alpha 0.03 below category avg 1.22
- ⚠️ Higher volatility 14.38% vs peers 11.96%
- ⚠️ Negative 1Y return (-6.32%) — recent underperformance
- ⚠️ High expense ratio 1.04% (above 1%)