Axis Greater China Equity FoF Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio & Should You Invest?
- September 16, 2026
- Posted by: Chaitanya Auti
- Category: Mutual Funds
Axis Greater China Equity FoF Direct Growth Plan had a NAV of ₹12.5 as of 15 September 2026. The scheme manages ₹4,061 Cr, and its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are 21.24%, 21.59% and 7.34%, respectively. It sits in the High Risk category.
Our view is that the fund has delivered a strong medium-term recovery, but the shorter-term pattern remains choppy. With almost all of the portfolio in one overseas mutual fund holding, it is better suited to investors who can tolerate sharp swings and want a focused Greater China exposure rather than a broadly diversified overseas sleeve.
Quick facts
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| NAV | ₹12.5 as of 15 Sep 2026 |
| AUM | ₹4,061 Cr |
| Expense Ratio | 0.55% |
| Launch Date | 10 Feb 2021 |
| Min SIP | ₹100 |
| Risk Category | High Risk |
| Benchmark | Nifty 50 |
| Fund Category | Fund of Fund |
| Exit Load | Nil for 10% of investments and 1% for remaining investments on or before 12M, Nil after 12M |
| Fund Managers | Krishnaa N |
The fund is managed by Krishnaa N.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
Performance
| Period | Fund return | Benchmark return |
|---|---|---|
| 1M | -2.42% | -4.81% |
| 3M | 0.73% | -3.63% |
| 1Y | 21.24% | -8.27% |
| 3Y | 21.59% | 5.59% |
| 5Y | 7.34% | 5.58% |
The recent numbers show that the fund has been able to hold up better than the benchmark over the short term. Over 1 month, it declined less than the benchmark, and over 3 months it turned positive while the benchmark stayed negative. That tells us the last quarter was steadier for the fund than for the index it is measured against.
The stronger picture comes through in the 1-year figure, where the fund’s return is comfortably ahead of the benchmark. That said, the 3-year and 5-year view is more balanced. The fund remains ahead on both horizons, but the gap is narrower, which suggests the recent surge has not been a straight-line trend over the full period.
We also see a more uneven path in the medium term. The fund’s progress has not been smooth, with periods of recovery followed by pullbacks, so the headline returns should be read alongside the risk profile. For investors, that means the fund has rewarded patience, but the ride has clearly not been low-volatility.
The 5-year return is much lower than the 1-year and 3-year figures, which hints that the strongest phase has been relatively recent rather than sustained every year. In our view, that makes the fund more suitable for investors who are comfortable with cyclical overseas exposure and who can tolerate swings in exchange-linked and region-specific performance.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
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Peer comparison
| Fund | 1Y return | 3Y return | 5Y return |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axis Greater China Equity FoF Direct Growth Plan | 21.24% | 21.59% | 7.34% |
| Edelweiss Emerging Markets Opp Eq. Offshore Fund Direct Growth Plan | 45.84% | 27.6% | 11.51% |
| HSBC Global Emerging Markets Fund Direct Growth Plan | 42.32% | 27.43% | 12% |
| Kotak Global Emerging Market Overseas Equity Active FOF Direct Growth Plan | 37.03% | 25.62% | 12.08% |
| HSBC Asia Pacific (Ex Japan) DYF Direct Growth Plan | 32.04% | 26.36% | 14.86% |
| Invesco India – Invesco Pan European Equity FoF Direct Growth Plan | 31.97% | 20.54% | 15.5% |
This assessment is prepared by Uniapps Investment Adviser Pvt. Ltd. under SEBI Registered Investment Adviser registration INA000017639. The fund’s 1-year return is lower than the peer figures shown here, although it still exceeds the benchmark. On the longer horizon, the 3-year return sits below the stronger peer numbers available in this set, while the 5-year return is also lighter than the peer returns listed above.
That combination tells a mixed story. The fund has outpaced the benchmark, but the peer set shows several overseas and global funds with stronger absolute returns across 1 year, 3 years and 5 years. So the fund looks competitive versus the benchmark, yet comparatively less forceful when measured against the peer return range visible here.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
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Portfolio: where your money goes
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Schroder Isf Greater China Class X Acc | Overseas Mutual Fund Units | 99.05% |
| Clearing Corporation of India Ltd | Cash & Cash Equivalents and Net Assets | 1.1% |
The largest holding is extremely dominant at 99.05%, so this fund is likely to have its day-to-day behaviour driven mainly by a single overseas mutual fund position. The small cash and net-asset line adds only a limited offset.
Because there are only two disclosed holdings, the weight drops very sharply from the first to the second. That kind of gap points to a highly concentrated structure rather than a spread of many independent positions.
In practical terms, the portfolio may deliver focused exposure to Greater China rather than diversified stock selection. Since the two disclosed holdings together account for 100% of the portfolio, there is no longer tail visible in the disclosed holdings set, and concentration risk is an important part of the fund’s profile.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
Who should invest
This fund suits investors who can handle High Risk exposure and who are willing to accept a cyclical overseas allocation. The 1-year number is strong, but the more uneven 1-month and 3-month pattern shows that the journey can still be volatile.
A longer investment horizon makes more sense here, because the 3-year and 5-year figures show that returns can build over time even when shorter stretches are weaker. The main trade-off is concentration: the portfolio is almost entirely tied to one Greater China mutual fund holding, so investors are accepting a focused regional bet in exchange for the possibility of stronger upside when that theme performs well.
Tax and exit load
| Holding period | Tax rate | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Units held less than 1 year | 20% | Short-term capital gains tax |
| Units held more than 1 year | 12.5% | Long-term capital gains tax |
Exit load applies as follows: Nil for 10% of investments and 1% for the remaining investments if redeemed within 12 months; no exit load after 12 months.
Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the current NAV of Axis Greater China Equity FoF Direct Growth Plan?
The current NAV is ₹12.5 as of 15 September 2026.
What are the fund’s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?
The fund’s 1-year return is 21.24%, the 3-year return is 21.59% and the 5-year return is 7.34%.
How does the fund compare with its benchmark?
It has outpaced the benchmark across every listed period, including 1 month, 3 months, 1 year, 3 years and 5 years. The gap is especially clear over 1 year.
How does it compare with the peer funds listed here?
The fund trails the peer return figures shown here on 1 year, 3 years and 5 years. It still compares favourably with the benchmark, but the peer set has delivered stronger absolute returns in the periods shown.
Is there a minimum SIP amount?
No minimum SIP amount is stated here. The fund does not allow SIP investing.
Who manages the fund and what is the exit load?
Krishnaa N manages the fund. Exit load is nil for 10% of investments and 1% for the remaining investments if redeemed within 12 months; no exit load applies after 12 months.
Bottom line
Axis Greater China Equity FoF Direct Growth Plan shows a clear split between short-term strength and a more mixed long-term path. It has beaten the benchmark across the periods shown, but several peer funds have posted stronger absolute returns on 1-year, 3-year and 5-year figures. The key portfolio feature is concentration: almost the entire fund is tied to one overseas mutual fund holding. That makes it a focused, High Risk choice for investors who want Greater China exposure and can handle sharp swings.
Published on 16 September 2026 at 6:11 PM IST
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RIA disclosure
Mutual fund investments are subject to market risks. Read all scheme-related documents carefully before investing. This review is prepared by Uniapps Investment Adviser Pvt. Ltd. (earlier known as Uniapps Global Research Pvt. Ltd.) under SEBI Registered Investment Adviser registration INA000017639 for general informational purposes and is not personalized investment advice.