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8 Best International Mutual Funds 2026

Updated on August 30, 2026 , 188665 views

Indian investors have traditionally preferred domestic investments like equity Mutual Funds, fixed deposits, and Real Estate. But in today’s interconnected world, relying only on India’s growth story can be limiting. International Mutual Funds give you a chance to invest in global markets — from Silicon Valley’s tech giants like Apple and Microsoft to Europe’s luxury brands and Asia’s fast-growing economies.

Master-Feeder-Structure

With the Indian economy becoming more globalised and investors looking for smarter diversification, International Mutual Funds are emerging as an attractive option in 2026. This guide explains everything — meaning, benefits, risks, taxation, best-performing funds, and whether you should add them to your Portfolio.

What Are International Mutual Funds?

International Mutual Funds are schemes that invest in companies outside India. Instead of buying foreign shares directly (which requires opening a global Trading Account and dealing with complex taxation), you can invest in such companies through Indian AMCs (Asset Management Companies).

Types of Structures

  • Feeder Funds – Indian AMCs collect money from investors and channel it into an overseas fund. Example: Franklin India Feeder – Franklin U.S. Opportunities Fund.

  • fund of funds (FoFs) – A fund that invests in another international mutual fund, ETF, or index abroad.

  • Direct International Equity Funds – A few funds may directly buy foreign stocks (less common).

Why Should Indians Invest in International Mutual Funds?

1. Geographic Diversification

Putting all your money in India means your wealth depends solely on how the Indian economy performs. Global exposure spreads risk. For example, if Indian IT underperforms but U.S. tech thrives, international funds balance your portfolio.

2. Exposure to Global Giants

Think about this: India doesn’t have companies like Apple, Tesla, Microsoft, Amazon, or NVIDIA listed on NSE/BSE. International funds give access to these global leaders.

3. Currency Advantage

If the Indian Rupee depreciates against the U.S. Dollar (which historically it has — from ₹45/USD in 2010 to ~₹83/USD in 2025), your international fund value rises in INR terms.

4. Thematic Opportunities

Global themes like Artificial Intelligence, Electric Vehicles, Green Energy, Biotechnology, and Semiconductors can be tapped into via such funds.

5. Risk Balancing

Different economies move differently. For instance, when India faced COVID shocks in 2020, U.S. tech rallied. This balance helps reduce Volatility.

Risks of International Mutual Funds

  • Currency Fluctuations – A strong rupee may reduce your returns.

  • Geopolitical Risks – Wars, trade disputes, sanctions can affect global companies.

  • Regulatory Risks – India’s RBI and SEBI impose limits under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS).

  • Higher Expense Ratios – Because of fund-of-fund structures and foreign management costs.

  • Concentration Risk – Many funds are U.S.-centric; you may lack true global diversification.

Background of International Mutual Funds in India

With the permission of Reserve Bank of India (RBI), International Mutual Funds opened up in India in 2007. Each fund is allowed to get a corpus of USD 500 million.

Master-Feeder Structure of International Mutual Funds

International Mutual Funds follow a master-feeder structure. A master-feeder structure is a three-tier structure where investors place their money in the feeder fund which then invests in the master fund. The master fund then invests the money in the market. A feeder fund is based on-shore i.e. in India, whereas, the master fund is based off-shore (in a foreign geography like Luxembourg etc).

A master fund can have multiple feeder funds. For example,

Multiple-Feeders

How to Pick an International Mutual Fund?

There are certain things to be kept in mind while choosing a suitable fund.

Steps-to-choose-a-fund

Fund Selection Methodology used to find 9 funds

  • Sub-category: Global
  • AUM Range: 10 to 100000 Cr
  • Sorted On : 1-year return (high to low)
  • Tags: nifty, sensex
  • No Of Funds: 8

Best International Mutual Funds to Invest in FY 26 - 27

FundNAVNet Assets (Cr)Min SIP Investment3 MO (%)6 MO (%)1 YR (%)3 YR (%)5 YR (%)2025 (%)
DSP World Mining Fund Growth ₹35.2918
↓ -1.18
₹168 500 4.72.878.631.220.279
DSP World Gold Fund Growth ₹63.6633
↓ -3.02
₹1,441 500 10.8-9.175.256.630167.1
Edelweiss Emerging Markets Opportunities Equity Off-shore Fund Growth ₹28.3569
↓ -0.02
₹261 1,000 -2.413.15727.810.841.1
Kotak Global Emerging Market Fund Growth ₹39.859
↓ -0.18
₹1,663 1,000 -4.211.546.825.711.939.1
Franklin Asian Equity Fund Growth ₹45.4957
↓ -0.13
₹954 500 0.613.442.222.28.523.7
DSP US Flexible Equity Fund Growth ₹92.4529
↓ -1.19
₹1,296 500 -3.818.536.5261833.8
DSP World Energy Fund Growth ₹28.2569
↓ -0.49
₹116 500 -9.6635.717.211.939.2
Invesco India Feeder- Invesco Pan European Equity Fund Growth ₹26.9842
↓ -0.41
₹227 500 3.79.335.520.31542.5
Note: Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR basis. as on 31 Aug 26

Research Highlights & Commentary of 8 Funds showcased

CommentaryDSP World Mining FundDSP World Gold FundEdelweiss Emerging Markets Opportunities Equity Off-shore FundKotak Global Emerging Market Fund Franklin Asian Equity FundDSP US Flexible Equity FundDSP World Energy FundInvesco India Feeder- Invesco Pan European Equity Fund
Point 1Bottom quartile AUM (₹168 Cr).Top quartile AUM (₹1,441 Cr).Lower mid AUM (₹261 Cr).Highest AUM (₹1,663 Cr).Upper mid AUM (₹954 Cr).Upper mid AUM (₹1,296 Cr).Bottom quartile AUM (₹116 Cr).Lower mid AUM (₹227 Cr).
Point 2Established history (16+ yrs).Oldest track record among peers (18 yrs).Established history (12+ yrs).Established history (18+ yrs).Established history (18+ yrs).Established history (14+ yrs).Established history (17+ yrs).Established history (12+ yrs).
Point 3Rating: 3★ (upper mid).Rating: 3★ (upper mid).Rating: 3★ (lower mid).Rating: 3★ (lower mid).Top rated.Rating: 5★ (top quartile).Rating: 2★ (bottom quartile).Rating: 3★ (bottom quartile).
Point 4Risk profile: High.Risk profile: High.Risk profile: High.Risk profile: High.Risk profile: High.Risk profile: High.Risk profile: High.Risk profile: High.
Point 55Y return: 20.18% (top quartile).5Y return: 30.05% (top quartile).5Y return: 10.75% (bottom quartile).5Y return: 11.88% (lower mid).5Y return: 8.48% (bottom quartile).5Y return: 18.05% (upper mid).5Y return: 11.92% (lower mid).5Y return: 14.96% (upper mid).
Point 63Y return: 31.21% (top quartile).3Y return: 56.57% (top quartile).3Y return: 27.79% (upper mid).3Y return: 25.71% (lower mid).3Y return: 22.21% (lower mid).3Y return: 25.97% (upper mid).3Y return: 17.15% (bottom quartile).3Y return: 20.26% (bottom quartile).
Point 71Y return: 78.56% (top quartile).1Y return: 75.22% (top quartile).1Y return: 56.98% (upper mid).1Y return: 46.82% (upper mid).1Y return: 42.17% (lower mid).1Y return: 36.48% (lower mid).1Y return: 35.73% (bottom quartile).1Y return: 35.46% (bottom quartile).
Point 8Alpha: 0.00 (upper mid).Alpha: 2.59 (top quartile).Alpha: 4.39 (top quartile).Alpha: -4.91 (bottom quartile).Alpha: 0.00 (upper mid).Alpha: -7.66 (bottom quartile).Alpha: 0.00 (lower mid).Alpha: 0.00 (lower mid).
Point 9Sharpe: 1.67 (upper mid).Sharpe: 1.14 (bottom quartile).Sharpe: 1.76 (top quartile).Sharpe: 1.39 (lower mid).Sharpe: 1.27 (bottom quartile).Sharpe: 1.40 (lower mid).Sharpe: 1.66 (upper mid).Sharpe: 1.84 (top quartile).
Point 10Information ratio: 0.00 (top quartile).Information ratio: -0.56 (bottom quartile).Information ratio: -0.42 (lower mid).Information ratio: -0.62 (bottom quartile).Information ratio: 0.00 (top quartile).Information ratio: 0.00 (upper mid).Information ratio: 0.00 (upper mid).Information ratio: 0.00 (lower mid).

DSP World Mining Fund

  • Bottom quartile AUM (₹168 Cr).
  • Established history (16+ yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (upper mid).
  • Risk profile: High.
  • 5Y return: 20.18% (top quartile).
  • 3Y return: 31.21% (top quartile).
  • 1Y return: 78.56% (top quartile).
  • Alpha: 0.00 (upper mid).
  • Sharpe: 1.67 (upper mid).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (top quartile).

DSP World Gold Fund

  • Top quartile AUM (₹1,441 Cr).
  • Oldest track record among peers (18 yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (upper mid).
  • Risk profile: High.
  • 5Y return: 30.05% (top quartile).
  • 3Y return: 56.57% (top quartile).
  • 1Y return: 75.22% (top quartile).
  • Alpha: 2.59 (top quartile).
  • Sharpe: 1.14 (bottom quartile).
  • Information ratio: -0.56 (bottom quartile).

Edelweiss Emerging Markets Opportunities Equity Off-shore Fund

  • Lower mid AUM (₹261 Cr).
  • Established history (12+ yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (lower mid).
  • Risk profile: High.
  • 5Y return: 10.75% (bottom quartile).
  • 3Y return: 27.79% (upper mid).
  • 1Y return: 56.98% (upper mid).
  • Alpha: 4.39 (top quartile).
  • Sharpe: 1.76 (top quartile).
  • Information ratio: -0.42 (lower mid).

Kotak Global Emerging Market Fund

  • Highest AUM (₹1,663 Cr).
  • Established history (18+ yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (lower mid).
  • Risk profile: High.
  • 5Y return: 11.88% (lower mid).
  • 3Y return: 25.71% (lower mid).
  • 1Y return: 46.82% (upper mid).
  • Alpha: -4.91 (bottom quartile).
  • Sharpe: 1.39 (lower mid).
  • Information ratio: -0.62 (bottom quartile).

Franklin Asian Equity Fund

  • Upper mid AUM (₹954 Cr).
  • Established history (18+ yrs).
  • Top rated.
  • Risk profile: High.
  • 5Y return: 8.48% (bottom quartile).
  • 3Y return: 22.21% (lower mid).
  • 1Y return: 42.17% (lower mid).
  • Alpha: 0.00 (upper mid).
  • Sharpe: 1.27 (bottom quartile).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (top quartile).

DSP US Flexible Equity Fund

  • Upper mid AUM (₹1,296 Cr).
  • Established history (14+ yrs).
  • Rating: 5★ (top quartile).
  • Risk profile: High.
  • 5Y return: 18.05% (upper mid).
  • 3Y return: 25.97% (upper mid).
  • 1Y return: 36.48% (lower mid).
  • Alpha: -7.66 (bottom quartile).
  • Sharpe: 1.40 (lower mid).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (upper mid).

DSP World Energy Fund

  • Bottom quartile AUM (₹116 Cr).
  • Established history (17+ yrs).
  • Rating: 2★ (bottom quartile).
  • Risk profile: High.
  • 5Y return: 11.92% (lower mid).
  • 3Y return: 17.15% (bottom quartile).
  • 1Y return: 35.73% (bottom quartile).
  • Alpha: 0.00 (lower mid).
  • Sharpe: 1.66 (upper mid).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (upper mid).

Invesco India Feeder- Invesco Pan European Equity Fund

  • Lower mid AUM (₹227 Cr).
  • Established history (12+ yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (bottom quartile).
  • Risk profile: High.
  • 5Y return: 14.96% (upper mid).
  • 3Y return: 20.26% (bottom quartile).
  • 1Y return: 35.46% (bottom quartile).
  • Alpha: 0.00 (lower mid).
  • Sharpe: 1.84 (top quartile).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (lower mid).

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All the funds mentioned above are ideal, we are giving you detailed analysis of 4 funds.

1. DSP World Mining Fund

The primary investment objective of the Scheme is to seek capital appreciation by investing predominantly in the units of BlackRock Global Funds – World Mining Fund. The Scheme may, at the discretion of the Investment Manager, also invest in the units of other similar overseas mutual fund schemes, which may constitute a significant part of its corpus. The Scheme may also invest a certain portion of its corpus in money market securities and/or money market/liquid schemes of DSP BlackRock Mutual Fund, in order to meet liquidity requirements from time to time.

Research Highlights for DSP World Mining Fund

  • Bottom quartile AUM (₹168 Cr).
  • Established history (16+ yrs).
  • Top rated.
  • Risk profile: High.
  • 5Y return: 20.18% (upper mid).
  • 3Y return: 31.21% (upper mid).
  • 1Y return: 78.56% (top quartile).
  • Alpha: 0.00 (lower mid).
  • Sharpe: 1.67 (upper mid).
  • Information ratio: 0.00 (top quartile).
  • Higher exposure to Basic Materials vs peer median.
  • Top bond sector: Cash Equivalent.
  • Equity-heavy allocation (~94%).
  • Largest holding BGF World Mining I2 (~95.9%).
  • Top-3 holdings concentration ~100.0%.

Below is the key information for DSP World Mining Fund

DSP World Mining Fund
Growth
Launch Date 29 Dec 09
NAV (31 Aug 26) ₹35.2918 ↓ -1.18   (-3.22 %)
Net Assets (Cr) ₹168 on 31 Jul 26
Category Equity - Global
AMC DSP BlackRock Invmt Managers Pvt. Ltd.
Rating
Risk High
Expense Ratio 1.14
Sharpe Ratio 1.67
Information Ratio 0
Alpha Ratio 0
Min Investment 1,000
Min SIP Investment 500
Exit Load 0-12 Months (1%),12 Months and above(NIL)

Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.

DateValue
31 Aug 21₹10,000
31 Aug 22₹9,847
31 Aug 23₹11,099
31 Aug 24₹11,646
31 Aug 25₹14,040
31 Aug 26₹25,070

DSP World Mining Fund SIP Returns

   
My Monthly Investment:
Investment Tenure:
Years
Expected Annual Returns:
%
Total investment amount is ₹300,000
expected amount after 5 Years is ₹505,644.
Net Profit of ₹205,644
Invest Now

Returns for DSP World Mining Fund

Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) basis. as on 31 Aug 26

DurationReturns
1 Month 16.9%
3 Month 4.7%
6 Month 2.8%
1 Year 78.6%
3 Year 31.2%
5 Year 20.2%
10 Year
15 Year
Since launch 7.9%
Historical performance (Yearly) on absolute basis
YearReturns
2025 79%
2024 -8.1%
2023 0%
2022 12.2%
2021 18%
2020 34.9%
2019 21.5%
2018 -9.4%
2017 21.1%
2016 49.7%
Fund Manager information for DSP World Mining Fund
NameSinceTenure
Kaivalya Nadkarni1 May 251.25 Yr.

Data below for DSP World Mining Fund as on 31 Jul 26

Equity Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Basic Materials93.15%
Energy1.01%
Asset Allocation
Asset ClassValue
Cash5.83%
Equity94.15%
Debt0.01%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
BGF World Mining I2
Investment Fund | -
96%₹161 Cr141,034
Treps / Reverse Repo Investments
CBLO/Reverse Repo | -
3%₹6 Cr
Net Receivables/Payables
Net Current Assets | -
1%₹1 Cr

2. DSP World Gold Fund

"The primary investment objective of the Scheme is to seek capital appreciation by investing predominantly in units of MLIIF - WGF. The Scheme may, at the discretion of the Investment Manager, also invest in the units of other similar overseas mutual fund schemes, which may constitute a significant part of its corpus. The Scheme may also invest a certain portion of its corpus in money market securities and/or units of money market/liquid schemes of DSP Merrill Lynch Mutual Fund, in order to meet liquidity requirements from time to time. However, there is no assurance that the investment objective of the Scheme will be realized."

Research Highlights for DSP World Gold Fund

  • Upper mid AUM (₹1,441 Cr).
  • Oldest track record among peers (18 yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (upper mid).
  • Risk profile: High.
  • 5Y return: 30.05% (top quartile).
  • 3Y return: 56.57% (top quartile).
  • 1Y return: 75.22% (upper mid).
  • Alpha: 2.59 (upper mid).
  • Sharpe: 1.14 (bottom quartile).
  • Information ratio: -0.56 (lower mid).
  • Higher exposure to Basic Materials vs peer median.
  • Higher exposure to Cash Equivalent (bond sector) vs peer median.
  • Equity-heavy allocation (~92%).
  • Largest holding BGF World Gold I2 (~66.2%).
  • Top-3 holdings concentration ~98.4%.

Below is the key information for DSP World Gold Fund

DSP World Gold Fund
Growth
Launch Date 14 Sep 07
NAV (31 Aug 26) ₹63.6633 ↓ -3.02   (-4.52 %)
Net Assets (Cr) ₹1,441 on 31 Jul 26
Category Equity - Global
AMC DSP BlackRock Invmt Managers Pvt. Ltd.
Rating
Risk High
Expense Ratio 1.41
Sharpe Ratio 1.14
Information Ratio -0.56
Alpha Ratio 2.59
Min Investment 1,000
Min SIP Investment 500
Exit Load 0-12 Months (1%),12 Months and above(NIL)

Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.

DateValue
31 Aug 21₹10,000
31 Aug 22₹7,679
31 Aug 23₹9,692
31 Aug 24₹12,678
31 Aug 25₹21,230
31 Aug 26₹37,198

DSP World Gold Fund SIP Returns

   
My Monthly Investment:
Investment Tenure:
Years
Expected Annual Returns:
%
Total investment amount is ₹300,000
expected amount after 5 Years is ₹642,208.
Net Profit of ₹342,208
Invest Now

Returns for DSP World Gold Fund

Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) basis. as on 31 Aug 26

DurationReturns
1 Month 30.2%
3 Month 10.8%
6 Month -9.1%
1 Year 75.2%
3 Year 56.6%
5 Year 30%
10 Year
15 Year
Since launch 10.3%
Historical performance (Yearly) on absolute basis
YearReturns
2025 167.1%
2024 15.9%
2023 7%
2022 -7.7%
2021 -9%
2020 31.4%
2019 35.1%
2018 -10.7%
2017 -4%
2016 52.7%
Fund Manager information for DSP World Gold Fund
NameSinceTenure
Kaivalya Nadkarni1 May 251.25 Yr.

Data below for DSP World Gold Fund as on 31 Jul 26

Equity Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Basic Materials91.57%
Asset Allocation
Asset ClassValue
Cash6.38%
Equity91.78%
Debt0.01%
Other1.84%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
BGF World Gold I2
Investment Fund | -
66%₹954 Cr983,452
VanEck Gold Miners ETF
- | GDX
28%₹405 Cr573,719
Treps / Reverse Repo Investments
CBLO/Reverse Repo | -
4%₹58 Cr
Net Receivables/Payables
Net Current Assets | -
2%₹23 Cr

3. Edelweiss Emerging Markets Opportunities Equity Off-shore Fund

The primary investment objective of the Scheme is to seek to provide long term capital growth by investing predominantly in the JPMorgan Funds - Emerging Markets Opportunities Fund, an equity fund which invests primarily in an aggressively managed portfolio of emerging market companies

Research Highlights for Edelweiss Emerging Markets Opportunities Equity Off-shore Fund

  • Lower mid AUM (₹261 Cr).
  • Established history (12+ yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (lower mid).
  • Risk profile: High.
  • 5Y return: 10.75% (bottom quartile).
  • 3Y return: 27.79% (lower mid).
  • 1Y return: 56.98% (lower mid).
  • Alpha: 4.39 (top quartile).
  • Sharpe: 1.76 (top quartile).
  • Information ratio: -0.42 (upper mid).
  • Top sector: Technology.
  • Top bond sector: Cash Equivalent.
  • Equity-heavy allocation (~94%).
  • High-quality debt (AAA/AA ~100%).
  • Largest holding JPM Emerging Mkts Opps I acc USD (~95.8%).
  • Top-3 holdings concentration ~100.5%.

Below is the key information for Edelweiss Emerging Markets Opportunities Equity Off-shore Fund

Edelweiss Emerging Markets Opportunities Equity Off-shore Fund
Growth
Launch Date 7 Jul 14
NAV (31 Aug 26) ₹28.3569 ↓ -0.02   (-0.07 %)
Net Assets (Cr) ₹261 on 31 Jul 26
Category Equity - Global
AMC Edelweiss Asset Management Limited
Rating
Risk High
Expense Ratio 1.44
Sharpe Ratio 1.76
Information Ratio -0.42
Alpha Ratio 4.39
Min Investment 5,000
Min SIP Investment 1,000
Exit Load 0-1 Years (1%),1 Years and above(NIL)

Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.

DateValue
31 Aug 21₹10,000
31 Aug 22₹7,804
31 Aug 23₹7,986
31 Aug 24₹8,986
31 Aug 25₹10,616
31 Aug 26₹16,665

Edelweiss Emerging Markets Opportunities Equity Off-shore Fund SIP Returns

   
My Monthly Investment:
Investment Tenure:
Years
Expected Annual Returns:
%
Total investment amount is ₹300,000
expected amount after 5 Years is ₹395,578.
Net Profit of ₹95,578
Invest Now

Returns for Edelweiss Emerging Markets Opportunities Equity Off-shore Fund

Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) basis. as on 31 Aug 26

DurationReturns
1 Month 2.9%
3 Month -2.4%
6 Month 13.1%
1 Year 57%
3 Year 27.8%
5 Year 10.8%
10 Year
15 Year
Since launch 8.9%
Historical performance (Yearly) on absolute basis
YearReturns
2025 41.1%
2024 5.9%
2023 5.5%
2022 -16.8%
2021 -5.9%
2020 21.7%
2019 25.1%
2018 -7.2%
2017 30%
2016 9.8%
Fund Manager information for Edelweiss Emerging Markets Opportunities Equity Off-shore Fund
NameSinceTenure
Bhavesh Jain9 Apr 188.32 Yr.
Bharat Lahoti1 Oct 214.84 Yr.

Data below for Edelweiss Emerging Markets Opportunities Equity Off-shore Fund as on 31 Jul 26

Equity Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Technology42.21%
Financial Services20.2%
Consumer Cyclical8.02%
Communication Services7.14%
Industrials5.46%
Energy3.24%
Basic Materials2.19%
Consumer Defensive1.64%
Utility1.5%
Health Care0.51%
Asset Allocation
Asset ClassValue
Cash5.39%
Equity94.05%
Debt0.01%
Other0.29%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
JPM Emerging Mkts Opps I acc USD
Investment Fund | -
96%₹250 Cr112,056
↑ 5,164
Clearing Corporation Of India Ltd.
CBLO/Reverse Repo | -
4%₹12 Cr
Net Receivables/(Payables)
CBLO | -
0%-₹1 Cr
Accrued Interest
CBLO | -
0%₹0 Cr

4. Kotak Global Emerging Market Fund

The investment objective of the scheme is to provide long-term capital appreciation by investing in an overseas mutual fund scheme that invests in a diversified portfolio of securities as prescribed by SEBI from time to time in global emerging markets.

Research Highlights for Kotak Global Emerging Market Fund

  • Highest AUM (₹1,663 Cr).
  • Established history (18+ yrs).
  • Rating: 3★ (bottom quartile).
  • Risk profile: High.
  • 5Y return: 11.88% (lower mid).
  • 3Y return: 25.71% (bottom quartile).
  • 1Y return: 46.82% (bottom quartile).
  • Alpha: -4.91 (bottom quartile).
  • Sharpe: 1.39 (lower mid).
  • Information ratio: -0.62 (bottom quartile).
  • Top sector: Technology.
  • Top bond sector: Cash Equivalent.
  • Equity-heavy allocation (~96%).
  • Largest holding CI Emerging Markets Class A (~98.4%).
  • Top-3 holdings concentration ~101.8%.

Below is the key information for Kotak Global Emerging Market Fund

Kotak Global Emerging Market Fund
Growth
Launch Date 26 Sep 07
NAV (31 Aug 26) ₹39.859 ↓ -0.18   (-0.44 %)
Net Assets (Cr) ₹1,663 on 31 Jul 26
Category Equity - Global
AMC Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Co Ltd
Rating
Risk High
Expense Ratio 1.64
Sharpe Ratio 1.39
Information Ratio -0.62
Alpha Ratio -4.91
Min Investment 5,000
Min SIP Investment 1,000
Exit Load 0-1 Years (1%),1 Years and above(NIL)

Growth of 10,000 investment over the years.

DateValue
31 Aug 21₹10,000
31 Aug 22₹8,424
31 Aug 23₹8,826
31 Aug 24₹9,981
31 Aug 25₹11,941
31 Aug 26₹17,531

Kotak Global Emerging Market Fund SIP Returns

   
My Monthly Investment:
Investment Tenure:
Years
Expected Annual Returns:
%
Total investment amount is ₹300,000
expected amount after 5 Years is ₹405,518.
Net Profit of ₹105,518
Invest Now

Returns for Kotak Global Emerging Market Fund

Returns up to 1 year are on absolute basis & more than 1 year are on CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) basis. as on 31 Aug 26

DurationReturns
1 Month 3.4%
3 Month -4.2%
6 Month 11.5%
1 Year 46.8%
3 Year 25.7%
5 Year 11.9%
10 Year
15 Year
Since launch 7.6%
Historical performance (Yearly) on absolute basis
YearReturns
2025 39.1%
2024 5.9%
2023 10.8%
2022 -15%
2021 -0.5%
2020 29.1%
2019 21.4%
2018 -14.4%
2017 30.4%
2016 -1.2%
Fund Manager information for Kotak Global Emerging Market Fund
NameSinceTenure
Arjun Khanna9 May 197.24 Yr.

Data below for Kotak Global Emerging Market Fund as on 31 Jul 26

Equity Sector Allocation
SectorValue
Technology36.55%
Financial Services24.43%
Consumer Cyclical8.32%
Industrials7.31%
Communication Services6.71%
Basic Materials5.98%
Energy5.74%
Health Care0.99%
Consumer Defensive0.09%
Utility0.04%
Real Estate0.01%
Asset Allocation
Asset ClassValue
Cash3.82%
Equity96.18%
Top Securities Holdings / Portfolio
NameHoldingValueQuantity
CI Emerging Markets Class A
Investment Fund | -
98%₹1,636 Cr4,597,762
↑ 10,928
Triparty Repo
CBLO/Reverse Repo | -
3%₹42 Cr
Net Current Assets/(Liabilities)
Net Current Assets | -
1%-₹15 Cr

Types of International Mutual Funds

1. Emerging Market Funds

These invest in developing economies such as China, Brazil, South Korea, Taiwan and India. Emerging markets offer faster growth potential, young demographics and rising consumption — but also carry higher volatility and political risk. Examples: Franklin Asian Equity FoF, Kotak Global Emerging Market Fund.

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2. Developed Market Funds

These invest in stable economies like the US, Japan and Europe. Developed markets tend to be more resilient during global uncertainty and provide access to global leaders (Apple, Microsoft, Toyota, Nestlé, etc.). Examples: Motilal Oswal S&P 500 Index FoF, Nippon India Japan Equity Fund.

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3. Country Specific Funds

Focused on one nation’s equity market. These are higher risk since all exposure is tied to a single economy, but can deliver strong returns if that market performs well. Examples: Kotak US Equity FoF, Mirae Asset China Advantage Fund.

4. Commodity Based Funds

Invest in commodities like gold, silver, energy or agriculture. They provide an inflation hedge and low correlation with equity. Examples: DSP World Gold Fund, Kotak Global Energy FoF.

5. Theme-Based Funds

Target a global theme — e.g., technology, healthcare, energy, real assets, or ESG. Broader than sector funds, thematic funds spread investments across multiple industries tied to the same theme. Examples: Edelweiss US Technology Equity FoF, L&T Global Real Assets Fund.

Why Invest Abroad? Main benefits

  • Geographic diversification — Over-concentration in any single economy raises risk; global fund spread it.

  • Access to global leaders & themes — Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, Tesla, advanced semiconductor firms and global biotech companies are easier to access via international funds.

  • Currency hedge — If INR weakens vs USD, overseas investments gain in INR terms (on top of market returns).

  • Participation in long-term megatrends — AI, EVs, cloud, green energy and semiconductors have most depth outside India today.

  • Portfolio smoothing — Different economies and sectors often move out of sync, reducing portfolio volatility.

Key Risks to Keep in Mind

  • Currency risk — A strengthening INR can erode returns in INR terms.
  • Geopolitical & regulatory risk — Sanctions, trade wars or local rules can hit sectors or countries you’ve invested in.
  • Higher costs — FoFs/feeder funds often carry two layers of fees (Indian AMC + overseas fund).
  • SEBI / RBI caps & flow limits — At times, AMCs may pause new inflows if industry/AMC overseas headroom is full.

How Much of Your Portfolio Should Be International?

Common planner guidance for retail investors: 5–15% of total investible assets in international equities/FoFs. For more aggressive investors or HNIs who already have large domestic exposure, this can be higher. Keep the bulk in Indian equity + debt for local goals and stability. (This is a rule of thumb — adapt to risk appetite and Financial goals.)

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According to experts, an investor should have around 10-12% of the portfolio invested in international mutual funds. So with the basics covered now, start building up that portfolio with international mutual funds today.

Conclusion

International mutual funds are a convenient, regulated route for Indian investors to own global companies and themes. They provide diversification, access to non-Indian market leaders, and an effective currency hedge — but they come with tax, currency and theme-concentration risks. For most retail investors, a measured exposure (5–15%) combined with SIP discipline and a long-term view will work well.

FAQs

1. Are international mutual funds taxed like equity or debt?

A: Many international FoFs are treated as “specified mutual funds” under Section 50AA; units acquired on/after 1 April 2023 are typically taxed as short-term gains at slab rates. Check the AMC factsheet and AMFI guidance for specifics.

2. Can an Indian investor buy US ETFs directly?

A: Yes — via international brokers (Vested, INDmoney, Hatch) or by Investing in India-domiciled FoFs/ETFs that replicate US ETFs. Direct purchases are subject to LRS limits and additional compliance.

3. Which is better: NASDAQ FoF or S&P 500 FoF?

A: Nasdaq is tech-heavy (higher growth, higher volatility). S&P 500 is broader and less concentrated. Choose based on risk tolerance and time horizon.

4. Will SEBI/RBI restrict new international fund flows?

A: SEBI sets industry-level overseas headroom (historically adjustments in 2020/2021 and temporary pauses in 2022). AMCs may pause inflows if headroom is exhausted. Always check AMC notices.

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