Kotak Multicap Fund Direct-Growth
Benchmark: Nifty 500 Multicap 50:25:25 TRI · Inception: 08/09/2021 · NAV: ₹20.87 (01/10/2026)
AUM: ₹30529 Cr · Expense Ratio: 0.70% · Riskometer: Very High
The fund outperforms its peers on efficiency metrics, with an Alpha of 7 versus the Category Alpha of 3.16 and a Sortino of 0.78 compared to a Category Sortino of not provided but implied as favorable relative to Sharpe. However, it takes on more risk than the average peer, with a Beta of 1.01 vs 0.56 and a Std Dev of 17.56 vs 9.86.
The fund delivers a significant Alpha of 7 compared to the Category Alpha of 3.16, and a Sharpe ratio of 0.61 which is substantially higher than the Category Sharpe of 0.32. These figures indicate that the fund generates superior risk-adjusted returns relative to its peers.
The fund's Std Dev of 17.56 is significantly higher than the Category Std Dev of 9.86, indicating much higher volatility. Additionally, the Beta of 1.01 is nearly double the Category Beta of 0.56, suggesting higher sensitivity to market movements compared to its peers.
The fund exhibits a more aggressive risk profile than its category average, evidenced by both a higher Beta (1.01 vs 0.56) and a much higher Std Dev (17.56 vs 9.86). This profile is suitable for investors with a high risk tolerance who can tolerate significant volatility in exchange for potentially higher alpha.
The fund successfully generates higher alpha and better risk-adjusted returns than its category peers while operating with significantly higher volatility and market sensitivity. It is an outperforming but high-risk option compared to the average Multi Cap fund.
Kotak Multicap Fund carries an overall rating of 3.5/5 (Selective Buy), showing moderate standing within the Multi Cap category. Its alpha of 7.00 outperformss the category average of 3.16, reflecting superior stock selection. The Sharpe ratio of 0.61 sits above the category mean of 0.32, while volatility (std dev 17.56%) is higher than peers (9.86%), indicating relatively higher volatility. With a 5-year CAGR of 0.00% and expense ratio of 0.70%, investors should weigh cost-adjusted returns carefully.
| Period | CAGR |
|---|---|
| 1Y | 1.02% |
| 3Y | 15.46% |
| 5Y | N/A |
| 10Y | N/A |
| Since Launch | 15.82% |
- ✅ Alpha 7.00 exceeds category avg 3.16 — superior active management
- ✅ Strong Rating 4/5
- ✅ Low expense ratio 0.70% — cost-efficient
- ⚠️ Beta 1.01 > 1.0 — amplifies market moves
- ⚠️ Higher volatility 17.56% vs peers 9.86%