SBI Multi Asset Allocation Fund Vs HDFC Multi-Asset Fund both belong to the Multi Asset Allocation category of Mutual Funds. Multi asset allocation funds are a part of the hybrid category. The special part about this scheme is that the fund can invest in three asset classes. This means that multi asset allocation can invest in debt, equity and in one more Asset Class. As per the norms, the fund should invest a minimum of 10 percent in each of the asset classes. Though SBI Multi Asset Allocation Fund and HDFC Multi-Asset Fund both belong to the same category nevertheless; there exist numerous differences between them. So, let us understand the differences between both the schemes through this article.
SBI Multi Asset Allocation Fund, earlier known as SBI Magnum Monthly Income Plan Floater, was launched in the year 2005. The scheme aims to provide regular Income, attractive returns and liquidity in addition to mitigating the impact of interest rate risk through an actively managed Portfolio of Floating Rate and fixed rate debt instruments, money market instruments, derivatives and equity.
Some of the top holdings of the fund (as on 31st July 2018) are Govt Stock 2022, Gold - Mumbai, RMZ Infotech Private Limited, Housing Development Finance Corporation Limited, CLIX Capital Services Private Limited, etc.
HDFC Multi-Asset Fund, earlier known as HDFC Multiple Yield Fund - Plan 2005, was launched in the year 2005. The aim of the scheme is to generate positive returns over medium time frame with low-risk of Capital Loss over medium time frame.
Some of the top holdings of the fund (as on 30th July 2018) are Gold Bar 1 Kg (0.995 Purity), Kotak Mahindra Prime Limited, HDFC Bank Ltd, Reliance Industries Ltd, Shriram Transport Finance Co Ltd, etc.
There are a number of differences between SBI Multi Asset Allocation Fund Vs HDFC Multi-Asset Fund on a number of parameters. So, let’s understand the differences between these schemes with the help of four sections, given below.
Fincash Rating, current NAV, AUM, expense raito, scheme category, etc., are some of the comparable elements that form part of the basics section. With respect to the scheme category, both the schemes belong to the same category of Multi Asset Allocation-Hybrid Fund.
The comparison of Fincash Rating shows that, SBI Multi Asset Allocation Fund is a 4-Star rated scheme and HDFC Multi-Asset Fund is a 3-Star rated scheme*.
The summary of the basics section is as follows.
Parameters Basics NAV Net Assets (Cr) Launch Date Rating Category Sub Cat. Category Rank Risk Expense Ratio Sharpe Ratio Information Ratio Alpha Ratio Benchmark Exit Load SBI Multi Asset Allocation Fund
Growth
Fund Details ₹61.0605 ↑ 0.06 (0.09 %) ₹10,262 on 15 Sep 25 21 Dec 05 ☆☆☆☆ Hybrid Multi Asset 11 Moderate 1.46 -0.1 0 0 Not Available 0-12 Months (1%),12 Months and above(NIL) HDFC Multi-Asset Fund
Growth
Fund Details ₹73.326 ↓ -0.02 (-0.03 %) ₹4,715 on 31 Aug 25 17 Aug 05 ☆☆☆ Hybrid Multi Asset 33 Moderate 1.85 -0.16 0 0 Not Available 0-15 Months (1%),15 Months and above(NIL)
The comparison of Compounded Annual Growth Rate or CAGR returns at different time intervals is done in the performance section. The comparison of the performance section shows that in most instances, HDFC Multi-Asset Fund has performed better than SBI Multi Asset Allocation Fund. The table given below shows the summary comparison of the performance section.
Parameters Performance 1 Month 3 Month 6 Month 1 Year 3 Year 5 Year Since launch SBI Multi Asset Allocation Fund
Growth
Fund Details 2.8% 3.8% 12% 8.5% 16.6% 14.8% 9.6% HDFC Multi-Asset Fund
Growth
Fund Details 2% 3.7% 10.5% 7.5% 14.7% 15.2% 10.4%
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Being the third section in the comparison of both the schemes, it analyses the differences in the absolute returns generated by both the schemes for a particular year. The analysis of yearly performance section shows that in some years, SBI Multi Asset Allocation Fund leads the race while in others, HDFC Multi-Asset Fund leads the race. The summary comparison of the yearly performance section is tabulated as follows.
Parameters Yearly Performance 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 SBI Multi Asset Allocation Fund
Growth
Fund Details 12.8% 24.4% 6% 13% 14.2% HDFC Multi-Asset Fund
Growth
Fund Details 13.5% 18% 4.3% 17.9% 20.9%
Being the last section in the comparison, it includes parameters such as Minimum SIP investment and minimum lumpsum investment. The minimum SIP and lumpsum investment for both the schemes are same, that is, INR 500 and INR 5000, respectively.
SBI Multi Asset Allocation Fund is currently managed by Ruchit Mehta.
HDFC Multi-Asset Fund is currently managed by a group of fund managers- Anil Bamboli, Chirag Setalvad, Rakesh Vyas and Krishan Daga.
The summarized comparison of the other details section is as follows.
Parameters Other Details Min SIP Investment Min Investment Fund Manager SBI Multi Asset Allocation Fund
Growth
Fund Details ₹500 ₹5,000 Dinesh Balachandran - 3.84 Yr. HDFC Multi-Asset Fund
Growth
Fund Details ₹300 ₹5,000 Anil Bamboli - 20.05 Yr.
SBI Multi Asset Allocation Fund
Growth
Fund Details Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.
Date Value 31 Aug 20 ₹10,000 31 Aug 21 ₹12,036 31 Aug 22 ₹12,709 31 Aug 23 ₹14,654 31 Aug 24 ₹18,454 31 Aug 25 ₹19,461 HDFC Multi-Asset Fund
Growth
Fund Details Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.
Date Value 31 Aug 20 ₹10,000 31 Aug 21 ₹13,113 31 Aug 22 ₹13,725 31 Aug 23 ₹15,226 31 Aug 24 ₹19,094 31 Aug 25 ₹20,073
SBI Multi Asset Allocation Fund
Growth
Fund Details Asset Allocation
Asset Class Value Cash 7.61% Equity 47.03% Debt 33.23% Other 12.13% Equity Sector Allocation
Sector Value Financial Services 13.53% Consumer Cyclical 6.46% Real Estate 5.09% Technology 4.46% Basic Materials 4.08% Energy 3.93% Consumer Defensive 3.86% Industrials 2.59% Utility 1.63% Health Care 1.01% Communication Services 0.39% Debt Sector Allocation
Sector Value Corporate 27.58% Cash Equivalent 7.31% Government 5.95% Credit Quality
Rating Value AA 57.34% AAA 40.58% Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
Name Holding Value Quantity SBI Silver ETF
- | -6% ₹582 Cr 51,296,178 6.33% Goi 2035
Sovereign Bonds | -4% ₹348 Cr 35,000,000 SBI Gold ETF
- | -3% ₹319 Cr 37,241,000 Nippon India Silver ETF
- | -3% ₹296 Cr 26,730,000 HDFC Bank Ltd (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 30 Nov 22 | HDFCBANK3% ₹265 Cr 1,331,000 Brookfield India Real Estate Trust (Real Estate)
-, Since 30 Apr 25 | 5432612% ₹241 Cr 7,664,234 Reliance Industries Ltd (Energy)
Equity, Since 15 Sep 24 | RELIANCE2% ₹236 Cr 1,720,000 Bharti Telecom Limited
Debentures | -2% ₹209 Cr 20,000 TATA Power Renewable Energy Limited
Debentures | -2% ₹204 Cr 20,000 Cholamandalam Investment And Finance Company Limited
Debentures | -2% ₹204 Cr 20,000 HDFC Multi-Asset Fund
Growth
Fund Details Asset Allocation
Asset Class Value Cash 28.97% Equity 49.13% Debt 11.48% Other 10.43% Equity Sector Allocation
Sector Value Financial Services 22.62% Consumer Cyclical 7.95% Energy 7.1% Technology 5.42% Consumer Defensive 5.16% Health Care 5.07% Industrials 4.77% Basic Materials 3.42% Communication Services 3.02% Real Estate 2.45% Utility 1.93% Debt Sector Allocation
Sector Value Cash Equivalent 28.44% Government 6.07% Corporate 5.93% Credit Quality
Rating Value AA 12.69% AAA 87.31% Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
Name Holding Value Quantity HDFC Gold ETF
- | -11% ₹491 Cr 57,946,747 ICICI Bank Ltd (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 30 Jun 18 | ICICIBANK7% ₹330 Cr 2,225,700
↑ 700,000 Reliance Industries Ltd (Energy)
Equity, Since 30 Jun 18 | RELIANCE6% ₹280 Cr 2,016,500 HDFC Bank Ltd (Financial Services)
Equity, Since 31 May 18 | HDFCBANK6% ₹261 Cr 1,291,600 Future on Reliance Industries Ltd
Derivatives | -4% -₹177 Cr Future on ICICI Bank Ltd
Derivatives | -4% -₹163 Cr Bharti Airtel Ltd (Communication Services)
Equity, Since 30 Jun 18 | BHARTIARTL3% ₹122 Cr 636,925 Infosys Ltd (Technology)
Equity, Since 31 Jan 16 | INFY3% ₹116 Cr 768,800 United Spirits Ltd (Consumer Defensive)
Equity, Since 28 Feb 21 | UNITDSPR2% ₹85 Cr 636,800 Hindustan Unilever Ltd (Consumer Defensive)
Equity, Since 30 Jun 20 | HINDUNILVR2% ₹84 Cr 334,300
Therefore, in a nutshell, it can be said that both the schemes belong to the same category of Equity Fund but they have numerous differences. Resultantly, individuals should be careful before choosing any of the schemes for investment. They should understand the modalities of the scheme thoroughly and check whether the scheme suits their investment objective or not. This will help them to attain their objectives on time and in a hassle-free manner.
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