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Active equity funds outperform indices in volatile markets
Active mutual funds limited downside losses over one year, outperforming index funds during volatile equity market conditions.
Active equity mutual funds showed relative resilience over the past year. Flexi cap active funds delivered average returns of minus 1.36 percent, outperforming index funds that fell 5.7 percent. Large and mid cap active funds declined around 3 percent versus benchmark losses of 4.6 percent. Fund managers benefited from selective stock picking amid market volatility in 2025.