Equity mutual funds see record ₹42,700 crore inflows in October

Indian equity mutual funds registered record inflows of ₹42,700 crore in October 2025, up 81% from the previous month, according to data from AMFI. Retail participation through SIPs surged, hitting ₹22,000 crore — the highest ever. Small- and mid-cap funds led inflows, while large-cap schemes saw modest gains. Analysts attribute the momentum to sustained domestic investor confidence despite global market volatility. The total industry AUM crossed ₹75 lakh crore, reflecting the growing preference for equity assets among Indian households and long-term investors.