{"id":248030,"date":"2026-09-16T10:34:53","date_gmt":"2026-09-16T05:04:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/baroda-bnp-paribas-energy-opportunities-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-09-16T10:34:53","modified_gmt":"2026-09-16T05:04:53","slug":"baroda-bnp-paribas-energy-opportunities-fund-direct-growth-review-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/baroda-bnp-paribas-energy-opportunities-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Baroda BNP Paribas Energy Opportunities Fund Direct Growth Review 2026: NAV, Returns, Portfolio &#038; Should You Invest?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/baroda-bnp-paribas-energy-opportunities-fund-g-direct-plan\">Baroda BNP Paribas Energy Opportunities Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a> has a NAV of \u20b911.5107 as of 15 September 2026 and a scheme AUM of \u20b9627 Cr. Its 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns are 0.68%, 0% and 0%, and the scheme sits in the High Risk bucket. Our view is that the fund suits investors who can accept a volatile path for a sector-focused equity allocation rather than those seeking steady, broad-market compounding.<\/p>\n<p>The recent return pattern has been softer than the benchmark, and the portfolio is built around energy, power and infrastructure-linked names. That mix can make the fund responsive to the cycle, but it also means the experience may differ sharply from diversified equity funds.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/baroda-bnp-paribas-energy-opportunities-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Performance\" title=\"Performance\">Performance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/baroda-bnp-paribas-energy-opportunities-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Should_you_BUY_or_HOLD_Baroda_BNP_Paribas_Energy_Opportunities\" title=\"Should you BUY or HOLD Baroda BNP Paribas Energy Opportunities?\">Should you BUY or HOLD Baroda BNP Paribas Energy Opportunities?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/baroda-bnp-paribas-energy-opportunities-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Peer_comparison\" title=\"Peer comparison\">Peer comparison<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/baroda-bnp-paribas-energy-opportunities-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Portfolio_where_your_money_goes\" title=\"Portfolio: where your money goes\">Portfolio: where your money goes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/baroda-bnp-paribas-energy-opportunities-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Who_should_invest\" title=\"Who should invest\">Who should invest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/baroda-bnp-paribas-energy-opportunities-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Tax_and_exit_load\" title=\"Tax and exit load\">Tax and exit load<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/baroda-bnp-paribas-energy-opportunities-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Frequently_asked_questions\" title=\"Frequently asked questions\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/baroda-bnp-paribas-energy-opportunities-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Bottom_line\" title=\"Bottom line\">Bottom line<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/baroda-bnp-paribas-energy-opportunities-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#Explore_mutual_funds_with_Univest\" title=\"Explore mutual funds with Univest\">Explore mutual funds with Univest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/baroda-bnp-paribas-energy-opportunities-fund-direct-growth-review-2026\/#RIA_disclosure\" title=\"RIA disclosure\">RIA disclosure<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_facts\"><\/span>Quick facts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Particular<\/th>\n<th>Details<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>NAV<\/td>\n<td>\u20b911.5107 as of 15 Sep 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>AUM<\/td>\n<td>\u20b9627 Cr<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Expense Ratio<\/td>\n<td>0.7%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Launch Date<\/td>\n<td>10 Feb 2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Min SIP<\/td>\n<td>\u20b9500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Risk Category<\/td>\n<td>High Risk<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Benchmark<\/td>\n<td>Nifty 50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fund Category<\/td>\n<td>Equity<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Exit Load<\/td>\n<td>1% if redeemed more than 10% of units on or before 1Y, Nil thereafter<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fund Managers<\/td>\n<td>Kirtan Mehta, Kushant Arora<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>The fund is managed by Kirtan Mehta and Kushant Arora.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026<\/small><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Performance\"><\/span>Performance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Period<\/th>\n<th>Fund return<\/th>\n<th>Benchmark return<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>1M<\/td>\n<td>-4.23%<\/td>\n<td>-4.81%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3M<\/td>\n<td>-5.87%<\/td>\n<td>-3.63%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1Y<\/td>\n<td>0.68%<\/td>\n<td>-8.27%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3Y<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>5Y<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>In the last month, the fund fell less than the benchmark, even though both were negative. Over three months, however, the fund trailed the benchmark, which tells us the recent dip has been a little sharper than the broader market move.<\/p>\n<p>The one-year picture is different. The fund stayed slightly positive while the benchmark was down meaningfully, so the scheme has protected investors better over that window. That said, the fund\u2019s 1-year gain remains modest, so the outperformance is relative rather than strong in absolute terms.<\/p>\n<p>The short history matters here. The scheme was launched on 10 February 2025, so longer-term compounding numbers are not yet available in the way they are for older funds. The pattern we can see suggests a volatile but selective outcome: weaker in the shorter stretch, but better than the benchmark over one year.<\/p>\n<p>For investors, that means the fund\u2019s behaviour looks more cycle-sensitive than market-like. It may work when the underlying energy and power themes are supported, but the path can still be uneven.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026<\/small><\/p>\n<section class=\"univest-mf-premium-cta\" style=\"margin:28px 0;padding:24px;border-radius:10px;border:1px solid #d8e3f0;background:#f7faff\">\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_you_BUY_or_HOLD_Baroda_BNP_Paribas_Energy_Opportunities\"><\/span>Should you BUY or HOLD Baroda BNP Paribas Energy Opportunities?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A fund&#8217;s past returns alone don&#8217;t tell you whether you should buy it today or continue holding it.<\/p>\n<p>The right decision depends on factors such as your current allocation, purchase price, risk profile, investment horizon and the role this fund plays in your overall portfolio.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Already holding Baroda BNP Paribas Energy Opportunities? Thinking of investing now?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\" style=\"font-weight:700;text-decoration:none\">Get your portfolio analysed for FREE by SEBI-registered Investment Adviser (RIA) through Univest MF Premium<\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peer_comparison\"><\/span>Peer comparison<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Fund<\/th>\n<th>1Y return<\/th>\n<th>3Y return<\/th>\n<th>5Y return<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/baroda-bnp-paribas-energy-opportunities-fund-g-direct-plan\">Baroda BNP Paribas Energy Opportunities Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>0.68%<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/icici-pru-strategic-metal-and-energy-equity-fof-g-direct-plan\">ICICI Pru Strategic Metal and Energy Equity FoF Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>69.16%<\/td>\n<td>37.12%<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/hdfc-pharma-and-healthcare-fund-g-direct-plan\">HDFC Pharma and Healthcare Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>27.47%<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/sbi-automotive-opportunities-fund-g-direct-plan\">SBI Automotive Opportunities Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>27.05%<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/kotak-healthcare-fund-g-direct-plan\">Kotak Healthcare Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>26.51%<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/motilal-oswal-active-momentum-fund-g-direct-plan\">Motilal Oswal Active Momentum Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a><\/td>\n<td>25.46%<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<td>Data not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>This assessment is prepared by Uniapps Investment Adviser Pvt. Ltd. under SEBI Registered Investment Adviser registration INA000017639.<\/p>\n<p>On the 1-year figure, this fund is far behind the stronger peer outcomes shown here, while its own benchmark comparison is better because the benchmark is negative over the same period. That creates a mixed picture: the fund has held up better than Nifty 50 over one year, but it has not matched the much stronger theme-led returns in the peer set.<\/p>\n<p>The longer view is harder to judge because the fund does not yet have a usable 3-year or 5-year record. Among peers with available longer history, the ICICI Pru Strategic Metal and Energy Equity FoF has a materially stronger 3-year return, so the available evidence does not place this fund in the same compounding bracket.<\/p>\n<p>Short-term and longer-term comparisons therefore point in different directions. The recent result is subdued, while the benchmark-relative one-year outcome is better than the market. Investors looking at peer data should read this as a fund that has not yet built a convincing multi-year record.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026<\/small><\/p>\n<div class=\"univest-peer-login-cta\" style=\"margin:20px 0;padding:16px 18px;border:1px solid #d8e3f0;border-radius:8px;background:#f7faff\">\n<p style=\"margin:0\"><strong>Want to know more?<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in\" style=\"font-weight:700;text-decoration:none\">Log in to Univest<\/a> for more mutual fund insights.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Portfolio_where_your_money_goes\"><\/span>Portfolio: where your money goes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Holding<\/th>\n<th>Sector<\/th>\n<th>Weight<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Reliance Industries Limited<\/td>\n<td>Crude Oil<\/td>\n<td>8.65%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>NTPC Limited<\/td>\n<td>Power<\/td>\n<td>6.26%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Oil &#038; Natural Gas Corporation Limited<\/td>\n<td>Crude Oil<\/td>\n<td>6.1%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited<\/td>\n<td>Capital Goods<\/td>\n<td>4.82%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Power Grid Corporation of India Limited<\/td>\n<td>Power<\/td>\n<td>4.62%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Larsen &amp; Toubro Limited<\/td>\n<td>Infrastructure<\/td>\n<td>4.35%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Coal India Limited<\/td>\n<td>Mining<\/td>\n<td>4.07%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Cummins India Limited<\/td>\n<td>Automobile &amp; Ancillaries<\/td>\n<td>4.07%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hitachi Energy India Limited<\/td>\n<td>Capital Goods<\/td>\n<td>4.04%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>NHPC Limited<\/td>\n<td>Power<\/td>\n<td>4.04%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>The largest holding, Reliance Industries Limited, carries a weight of 8.65%, so it is meaningful but not dominant on its own. The next few positions are also sizeable, with NTPC Limited, Oil &amp; Natural Gas Corporation Limited and Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited all close enough to matter in day-to-day portfolio movement.<\/p>\n<p>The drop from the first holding to the tenth is not steep in a single leap; instead, the weights taper gradually from 8.65% to 4.04%. That pattern suggests the fund is not relying on one outsized position, but it still has a clear tilt toward a handful of larger names that may influence returns more than the smaller positions below them.<\/p>\n<p>With 34 disclosed holdings and the top 10 accounting for approximately 51.02% of the portfolio, the structure looks moderately concentrated. That kind of spread may leave room for diversification across the tail of the portfolio, but the largest names are still likely to have greater influence on outcomes than the smaller positions.<\/p>\n<p>To see all holdings, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/mutual-funds\/baroda-bnp-paribas-energy-opportunities-fund-g-direct-plan\">Baroda BNP Paribas Energy Opportunities Fund Direct Growth Plan<\/a> page<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026<\/small><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_should_invest\"><\/span>Who should invest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This fund fits investors who can tolerate a High Risk equity theme and who understand that sector-led portfolios can move differently from the broader market. The one-year result is better than the benchmark, but the shorter three-month trend is weaker, so patience matters.<\/p>\n<p>It is more suitable for a longer holding period than for someone who wants smooth near-term outcomes. The main trade-off is that the portfolio is built around energy, power and related businesses, which can offer upside when the theme is supported but can also lead to sharper swings.<\/p>\n<p>For investors, the key question is whether they are comfortable with that uneven path in exchange for focused exposure rather than broad diversification.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tax_and_exit_load\"><\/span>Tax and exit load<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Holding period<\/th>\n<th>Tax rate<\/th>\n<th>Description<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Units held less than 1 year<\/td>\n<td>20%<\/td>\n<td>Short-term capital gains tax<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Units held more than 1 year<\/td>\n<td>12.5%<\/td>\n<td>Long-term capital gains tax<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Exit load: 1% if redeemed more than 10% of units on or before 1 year; nil thereafter.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mf-source-date\"><small>Source data date: as of 15 Sep 2026<\/small><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>What is the current NAV of Baroda BNP Paribas Energy Opportunities Fund Direct Growth Plan?<\/strong><br \/>The current NAV is \u20b911.5107 as of 15 September 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What are the fund\u2019s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?<\/strong><br \/>Its 1-year return is 0.68%, while the 3-year and 5-year returns are both shown as 0 in the available history, which means there is no usable longer-term return record yet.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it compare with the benchmark?<\/strong><br \/>Over 1 year, the fund is ahead of Nifty 50, which shows -8.27%. Over 3 months, the fund is behind the benchmark, so the near-term picture has been weaker.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it compare with the peer funds shown here?<\/strong><br \/>Its 1-year return is much lower than the peer figures shown for several theme-led funds, especially ICICI Pru Strategic Metal and Energy Equity FoF Direct Growth Plan at 69.16%. The shorter and longer records tell different stories because this fund does not yet have usable 3-year or 5-year returns.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Does this fund have a minimum SIP amount?<\/strong><br \/>No minimum SIP amount is stated in the available information. Investors can still note that SIP mode is allowed for this scheme.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who manages the fund and what is the exit load?<\/strong><br \/>The fund is managed by Kirtan Mehta and Kushant Arora. The exit load is 1% if more than 10% of units are redeemed on or before 1 year, and nil thereafter.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bottom_line\"><\/span>Bottom line<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Baroda BNP Paribas Energy Opportunities Fund Direct Growth Plan has a mixed profile: the one-year result is slightly positive and better than the benchmark, but the most recent shorter stretch has been weaker. Against peer funds, the available 1-year comparison looks modest, and there is no usable long-term track record yet. The fund carries High Risk and is built around energy, power and related holdings, so it may suit investors who are comfortable with theme-driven volatility and want focused exposure rather than a smooth, diversified path.<\/p>\n<p class=\"univest-posted-at\" style=\"font-size:14px;color:#666;margin:20px 0 8px\">Published on 16 September 2026 at 10:30 AM IST<\/p>\n<section class=\"univest-login-cta\" style=\"margin:28px 0;padding:24px;border-radius:10px;background:#eef5ff;border:1px solid #cddff7;text-align:center\">\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Explore_mutual_funds_with_Univest\"><\/span>Explore mutual funds with Univest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Review mutual fund data, compare performance and explore fund insights on Univest.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:11px 20px;border-radius:6px;background:#1f4e79;color:#fff !important;text-decoration:none;font-weight:700\">Explore Univest<\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"univest-disclaimer\">\n<h2 style=\"font-weight:700\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RIA_disclosure\"><\/span>RIA disclosure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"InvestmentFund\",\"name\":\"Baroda BNP Paribas Energy Opportunities Fund Direct Growth Plan\",\"identifier\":\"baroda-bnp-paribas-energy-opportunities-fund-g-direct-plan\",\"category\":\"Equity\",\"dateCreated\":\"10 Feb 2025\",\"isAccessibleForFree\":true,\"additionalProperty\":[{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"NAV\",\"value\":11.5107,\"valueReference\":\"as of 15 Sep 2026\"},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"AUM\",\"value\":\"627 Cr\"},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"Expense Ratio\",\"value\":\"0.7\"},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"Benchmark\",\"value\":\"Nifty 50\"},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"1Y Return\",\"value\":0.68},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"3Y Return\",\"value\":0},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"5Y Return\",\"value\":0},{\"@type\":\"PropertyValue\",\"name\":\"Fund Managers\",\"value\":\"Kirtan Mehta, Kushant Arora\"}]}<\/script><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the current NAV of Baroda BNP Paribas Energy Opportunities Fund Direct Growth Plan?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The current NAV is \u20b911.5107 as of 15 September 2026.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What are the fund\u2019s 1-year, 3-year and 5-year returns?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Its 1-year return is 0.68%, while the 3-year and 5-year returns are both shown as 0 in the available history, which means there is no usable longer-term return record yet.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How does it compare with the benchmark?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Over 1 year, the fund is ahead of Nifty 50, which shows -8.27%. 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