Bajaj Finserv Small Cap Fund - NFO Presentation
Bajaj Finserv Small Cap Fund - NFO Presentation
PRESENTING
BAJAJ FINSERV SMALL CAP FUND
An open ended equity scheme predominantly investing in small cap stocks
MOST THINK IT IS
BEHAVIOURAL GAP
“Risk comes from not knowing what you’re doing.”
- Warren Buffet
RETURNS
Risk has long been perceived as the
enemy of investment success.
But in reality, risk is the necessary
ingredient that fuels returns.
Without risk, there is no reward. The key
lies in understanding, managing, and
leveraging risk rather than avoiding it. RISK
WHY IT SEEMED TOO BIG TO FAIL: WHAT WENT WRONG: KEY RISKS IGNORED:
1,000+ stores across 321 cities (2017) ~99% wealth erosion High debt & excessive promoter pledging
₹24,116 crore market cap (2017) Stock corrected from Poor capital allocation & unchecked
peak: ~57% (CAGR from expansion
Nov-2017 to Aug-2024)
THIS SLIDE IS FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY AND IS PROVIDED TO EXPLAIN THE CONCEPT OF RISK.
FAMILIARITY DOESN’T ENSURE
SAFETY, GOVERNANCE DOES
Downfall of a major IT firm in India
WHY IT SEEMED TOO BIG TO FAIL : WHAT WENT WRONG: KEY RISKS IGNORED:
One of India’s top 5 IT firms ~95% wealth erosion Fabricated cash balances and
Constituent of Nifty 50 Index Stock corrected from ₹523.50 overstated revenues
Global presence with 50,000+ employees (May 2008) to ₹23.75 (Jan 2009) Promoter fraud involving accounting
manipulation
THIS SLIDE IS FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY AND IS PROVIDED TO EXPLAIN THE CONCEPT OF RISK.
BEING UNDERVALUED ISN’T ENOUGH,
GROWTH IS ESSENTIAL
Failure of an infrastructure finance company in India
THIS SLIDE IS FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY AND IS PROVIDED TO EXPLAIN THE CONCEPT OF RISK.
ANOTHER POPULAR MYTH:
SMALL CAP = RISK
HIGHEST MARKET CAP GROWTH — 5X IN 7 YEARS
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CA 6%
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100 30 30
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20 17
20
50 10
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SOURCE: AMFI; DATA AS ON DEC 31, 2024; CAGR OF 7 YRS TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION IN THE GRAPH | PAST PERFORMANCE MAY OR MAY NOT BE SUSTAINED IN FUTURE.
HIGHER LONG-TERM POTENTIAL IRRESPECTIVE OF
MARKET DIRECTION
50 64
44 70
NUMBER OF COMPANIES
NUMBER OF COMPANIES
40 60 51
50 46
30 38
25 40
20 30 24
12 20 17
10 6 11
5 10
2 0 0 1 1 1
0 0
25-50% 50-100% >100%
RETURN (CAGR %) RETURN (CAGR %)
LARGE CAP MID CAP SMALL CAP LARGE CAP MID CAP SMALL CAP
DATA FROM MAY 31, 2018 TO MAY 31, 2025 DATA FROM MAY 31, 2020 TO MAY 31, 2025
SOURCE: ACE EQUITY | PAST PERFORMANCE MAY OR MAY NOT BE SUSTAINED IN FUTURE.
CONTRIBUTION
TO MARKET CAP
GREW 1.4X IN CONTRIBUTION TO MARKET CAP
LAST 3 YEARS
DEC’21 DEC’24
Between Dec’21 and Dec’24, 14% 20%
small caps increased their
share in the total market
capitalization of all listed 17%
companies by 6%, 69% 61%
19%
outperforming mid caps (which
grew by 2%) and large caps
(which fell by 8%).
SOURCE: ACE EQUITY | DATA AS ON DEC 31, 2024 | PAST PERFORMANCE MAY OR MAY NOT BE SUSTAINED IN FUTURE.
CONTRIBUTION
TO PROFITS
GREW 2.5X CONTRIBUTION TO PAT OF TOP 500 COMPANIES
IN LAST 4 YEARS
SEP’21 DEC’24
Between Sep’21 and Dec’24, 2.6% 6.4%
small caps saw their share in 19.8%
India’s corporate earnings 22.6%
expand by 2.5x,
far outpacing mid caps (which
expanded by 1.1x) and large
caps (which expanded by 0.9x).
77.6% 71.0%
This sharp earnings delta
highlights the accelerating
SMALL CAP MID CAP LARGE CAP
potential within small caps.
SOURCE: ACE EQUITY | DATA AS ON DEC 31, 2024 | PAST PERFORMANCE MAY OR MAY NOT BE SUSTAINED IN FUTURE.
RETHINKING SMALL CAP VOLATILITY THROUGH A QUALITY LENS
While small caps tend to experience higher drawdowns compared to broader indices, the relatively lower
drawdown in the quality small cap index highlights the importance of selective exposure. This reinforces
the need for right active management over passive benchmark investing.
0.0% 0.0%
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-20.0% -20.0%
-30.0% -30.0%
-40.0% -40.0%
Drawdown%
Drawdown%
-50.0% -50.0%
-60.0% -60.0%
-70.0% -70.0%
-80.0%
-80.0%
May-25
May-10
May-18
May-20
May-07
May-11
May-13
May-21
May-06
May-23
May-17
May-16
May-05
May-09
May-12
May-15
May-22
May-08
May-19
May-14
May-24
May-11
May-10
May-06
May-25
May-07
May-18
May-20
May-05
May-09
May-08
May-13
May-23
May-16
May-17
May-12
May-21
May-15
May-22
May-19
May-14
May-24
Nifty 100 TRI Nifty Midcap 150 TRI
Nifty Smallcap250 Quality 50 TRI Nifty Smallcap 250 TRI
Nifty Smallcap 250 TRI
16
14 14
11 12 12
11 10
7 7 7 7
6 6 6 5 5 5 6 5 5
3 4 3
2 2 3
1 0 1 1 0 0 1 0 1
TECHNOLOGY
REALTY
FINANCIAL
CAPITAL
MEDIA, ENTERTAINMENT
MATERIAL
SERVICES
GOODS
CHEMICALS
HEALTH CARE
CONSUMER
DURABLES
FASTEST MOVING
CONSUMER GOODS
CONSUMER
SERVICES
INFROMATION
CONSTRUCTION
AUTOMOBILE AND
AUTO COMPONENTS
SERVICES
TEXTILES
METALS &
MINING
TELECOMMUNICATION
& PUBLICATION
DIVERSIFIED
FOREST MATERIALS
POWER
CONSTRUCTION
Small caps offer a more diversified sectoral spread compared MARKET CAP LARGE CAP MID CAP SMALL CAP
When Mr. Market panics, You don’t have to buy or Mr. Market’s irrationality Success comes from
disciplined investors can sell daily. The power lies is your edge—if you focusing on value,
buy quality at a discount in patience. remain rational. not noise.
WHY INVEST IN
SMALL CAPS NOW?
SMALL IN SIZE,
NOT IN IMPACT
EVERYDAY LEADERS ACROSS
INDUSTRIES THAT ARE SMALL CAPS
Consumer durables
Capital goods
Consumer services
FMCG
Metals & Mining
Healthcare
BFSI
Construction materials
Power
Automobile and auto components
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE REFERENCE TO ANY INDUSTRY/ SECTOR IS PROVIDED FOR ILLUSTRATIVE
PURPOSES ONLY. THIS SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A RESEARCH REPORT OR A RECOMMENDATION TO
BUY OR SELL ANY SECURITY OR SECTOR.
THE SLIDE IS FOR THE PURPOSE OF EXHIBITING SEGMENT LEADERS IN SMALL CAP COMPANIES AND
THERE IS NO ASSURANCE OR GUARANTEE THAT THESE STOCKS WILL BE PART OF THE FUND’S PORTFOLIO.
CORRECTION IN PRICE, NOT IN QUALITY
FY25 SAW A CORRECTION IN SMALL CAPS, OFFERING AN
OPPORTUNITY TO BUY QUALITY COMPANIES AT DISCOUNT.
CORRECTION FROM NUMBER OF SMALL FY TOTAL INDEX 1 YEAR ROCE % OF SMALL CAP
52 WEEK HIGH CAP COMPANIES PAT VALUE COMPANIES
0 to -15% 43
FY 2024 21,669 5792.24 0 - 10% 21%
-15% to -30% 81
10%-20% 35%
-30% to -45% 85 20%-30% 23%
FY 2025 29,941 6039.25
OVER -45% 41 OVER 30% 16%
₹ CRORE ROCE: RETURN ON
CAPITAL EMPLOYED
Most are trading well below 52-week highs, The index rose just 4% since FY24 while 74% of the top 250 small caps report ROCE
making valuations compelling. PAT grew 38%, reflecting the unrealised above 10%, reflecting strong fundamentals.
value of small caps.
May-25
selective opportunities.
Jul-20
Jul-22
Jul-24
Jul-21
Jan-21
Jul-23
Jan-23
Jan-25
Jan-22
Jan-24
Nifty Smallcap 250 Index Average
LARGE CAPS
2017 MID CAPS (25)
SOURCE: CATEGORY CLASSIFICATION AS PER AMFI EXCEPT FOR MICRO CAP | DATA AS ON DEC 31 2024.
MICRO CAPS ARE COMPANIES BEYOND THE TOP 500 LISTED COMPANIES BY MARKET CAP
SMALL CAPS - WELL POSITIONED TO LEVERAGE IPOs
Small caps have dominated the IPO landscape, with 196 listings since 2020—yet only 4 have transitioned
to mid caps, and none to large caps. While the segment has delivered strong returns, this also highlights
the need for careful selection, as not all IPOs translate into long-term quality.
SMALL CAP IPO 196 GRAND TOTAL 25% 13% 31% 25%
Small cap IPOs have delivered the highest CAGR in 3 of the last 4 years.
SOURCE: NSE, ACE EQUITY | DATA AS ON MAR 31, 2025 | PAST PERFORMANCE MAY OR MAY NOT BE SUSTAINED IN FUTURE.
INTRODUCING
BAJAJ FINSERV
SMALL CAP FUND
An open ended equity scheme predominantly investing in small cap stocks
SOURCE: INTERNAL ANALYSIS, ACE EQUITY | DATA AS ON MAY 31, 2025 | PAST PERFORMANCE MAY OR MAY NOT BE SUSTAINED IN FUTURE.
STRATEGIC ALLOCATION TO SMALL CAPS
IN CURRENT PORTFOLIOS
SMALL CAP ALLOCATION IN SMALL CAP ALLOCATION IN
BAJAJ FINSERV FLEXI CAP FUND BAJAJ FINSERV LARGE AND MID CAP FUND
32.0% 16%
30.0% 14%
28.0% 12%
26.0% 10%
24.0% 8%
22.0% 6%
20.0% 4%
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SOURCE: INTERNAL ANALYSIS, MFI EXPLORER DATA AS ON MAY 31, 2025
RISK-PRUDENT, NOT RISK-AVERSE
Fund’s approach to mitigating risks and unlocking growth in small caps
RISK HOW IT AFFECTS INVESTORS FUND’S RISK MITIGATION APPROACH
Information Gaps Low analyst coverage, limited In-depth internal research, management
disclosures, poor transparency interaction, and forensic checks
Capital Misallocation Reckless expansion, unrelated Emphasis on capital efficiency and strong
diversification, poor ROE projects ROCE/ROE track record
High Leverage Excessive debt makes companies Prefer companies with healthy balance
vulnerable in downturns sheet and interest coverage ratios
Business Concentration Over-dependence on a single Screen for robust revenue models and
product, client, or geography de-risk by diversified growth
of the business
ROCE: RETURN ON CAPITAL EMPLOYED | ROE: RETURN ON EQUITY
THE INVESTMENT PHILOSOPHY THAT GENERATES LONG-TERM
OUTPERFORMANCE - INQUBE
While most investors focus on what to invest in, we focus on how to invest more effectively. To achieve this,
we've identified three key sources of alpha with a holistic approach that blends fundamental analysis,
quantitative modeling, and behavioural insights.
INQUBE
Collecting superior Smarter data Making investment decisions by
data and processing to build understanding market sentiment
information efficient models. while mitigating biases
INFORMATION EDGE QUANTITIVE EDGE BEHAVIOURAL EDGE
EQUITY INVESTMENT PROCESS
Cycles
Themes Internal risk management limits
Trends Management
Investment mandate
Market indicators
Investment recording
Valuation
Screener
BOTTOM UP
Position sizing
Corporate meetings
In-house research
External analysts/Consultants
PORTFOLIO CREATION PROCESS
POST-INVESTMENT REVIEW
26-MEMBER TEAM WITH A COMBINED EXPERIENCE OF 267 YEARS. 19 MBAS, 6 CFAS, 3 CAS, 1 MA (ECO)
CIO
+
1 X FORENSIC 1 X QUANT 1 X ESG
SEASONED TEAM WITH MULTI-DOMAIN EXPERTISE
RESEARCH
Perception of Risk
• Risk is not the enemy – it’s the fuel for long-term returns
• Risk ≠ Size: Even large, familiar companies have failed due to poor governance or excessive debt
• In investing, outperformance in the long term lies in quality, governance, and growth—not just size
INVESTORS WHO:
Want to invest in fundamentally strong businesses in the small cap space trading below intrinsic value
Prefer quality small cap businesses with robust governance and long-term sustainability
Want to diversify their portfolio adding small caps with high growth potential
Are looking to build wealth by capturing small cap growth over time
SCHEME FEATURES
Scheme Type An open ended equity scheme predominantly investing in small cap stocks
Plans Regular Plan | Direct Plan
Option Growth | IDCW
Minimum Application Amount Rs. 500 (Plus multiples of Re. 1)
Minimum Additional Application
Rs. 100 (Plus multiples of Re. 1)
Amount
Entry Load Nil
Particulars Upto 10% of units held Remaining 90% of units held
Exit Load If units redeemed/switched out within 6 months from allotment date Nil 1% of applicable NAV
Fund Manager Mr. Nimesh Chandan and Mr. Sorbh Gupta (Equity Portion) | Mr. Siddharth Chaudhary (Debt Portion)
Benchmark Index BSE 250 SmallCap TRI
SIP/ SWP/ STP Available
Product label
This product is suitable for investors who are seeking*:
wealth creation over long term
to invest predominantly in equity and equity related instruments of small cap companies.
*Investors should consult their financial advisers if in doubt about whether the product is suitable for them
The risk of the scheme is very high The risk of the benchmark i.e.
BSE 250 SmallCap TRI is Very High
#The above product labelling assigned during the New Fund Offer is based on internal assessment of the Scheme Characteristics or model portfolio and the same may
vary post NFO when actual investments are made.
DISCLAIMER
This document should not be treated as endorsement of the views/opinions or as an investment advice. This
document should not be construed as a research report or a recommendation to buy or sell any security.
This document alone is not sufficient and should not be used for the development or implementation of an
investment strategy. The recipient should note and understand that the information provided above may
not contain all the material aspects relevant for making an investment decision. The decision of the
Investment Manager may not always be profitable; as such decisions are based on the prevailing market
conditions and the understanding of the Investment Manager. Actual market movements may vary from the
anticipated trends. Neither Bajaj Finserv Mutual Fund / Bajaj Finserv Mutual Fund Trustee Limited / Bajaj
Finserv Asset Management Limited nor its Directors or employees shall be liable for any damages whether
direct or indirect, incidental, punitive special or consequential including lost revenue or lost profits that
may arise from or in connection with the use of the information. Investors are advised to consult their own
investment advisor before making any investment decision in light of their risk appetite, investment goals
and horizon. This information is subject to change without any prior notice.
MUTUAL FUND INVESTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO MARKET RISKS, READ ALL SCHEME RELATED DOCUMENTS CAREFULLY.
ANNEXURE
QUALITY SMALL CAPS OUTPERFORM BROADER
INDICES OVER TIME
Nifty 100 Nifty Midcap 150 Nifty Smallcap 250 Nifty Smallcap250 Quality 50
Date
TRI TRI TRI TRI
FY 07 13.54% -1.06% 11.85% -0.6%
FY 08 23.86% 21.47% 31.33% 13.0%
FY 09 -36.65% -48.52% -54.90% -49.2%
FY 10 84.87% 135.77% 141.42% 177.6%
FY 11 11.40% 4.74% 0.91% 15.6% Outperformance
FY 12 -7.80% -4.61% -8.60% -2.9%
FY 13 8.80% 4.47% -5.26% 5.6%
FY 14 19.94% 18.01% 22.90% 36.1%
FY 15 30.76% 59.73% 62.76% 66.5%
FY 16 -6.89% -1.67% -5.95% 0.8%
Outperformance
FY 17 22.59% 37.21% 40.56% 43.9%
FY 18 12.22% 16.66% 12.87% 11.6%
FY 19 13.96% -0.65% -12.44% -5.1%
FY 20 -24.94% -30.09% -40.22% -34.4%
FY 21 71.18% 101.57% 118.68% 109.0%
FY 22 20.63% 25.05% 37.02% 40.0%
FY 23 -1.58% 2.77% -6.03% 1.0%
FY 24 34.79% 57.54% 64.15% 55.6%
Outperformance
FY 25 6.18% 8.21% 6.05% 6.2%
SOURCE: NSE; DATA AS ON MAR’29, 2025 | PAST PERFORMANCE MAY OR MAY NOT BE SUSTAINED IN FUTURE.
ROLLING RETURNS OF QUALITY SMALL CAPS
85%
80%
Nifty 50 TRI Nifty Midcap 150 TRI Nifty Smallcap 250 TRI Nifty 50 TRI Nifty Midcap 150 TRI Nifty Smallcap 250 TRI
SOURCE: NSE; DATA FROM 1 APR 2005 TO MAY 29 2025 | PAST PERFORMANCE MAY OR MAY NOT BE SUSTAINED IN FUTURE.
QUALITY WITHSTANDS VOLATILITY
Standard deviation
Nifty 100 Nifty Midcap 150 Nifty Smallcap250 Quality 50
Date Nifty Smallcap 250 TRI
TRI TRI TRI
FY 07 29% 28% 28% 27%
FY 08 32% 34% 31% 27%
FY 09 42% 34% 35% 29%
FY 10 30% 29% 33% 26%
FY 11 17% 18% 20% 17%
FY 12 20% 19% 21% 15%
FY 13 13% 13% 14% 10%
Small cap Quality index has
FY 14 18% 15% 15% 11%
FY 15 14% 17% 19% 16%
shown lesser standard deviation
FY 16 17% 19% 21% 20% than large caps in some years
FY 17 13% 14% 15% 14%
FY 18 10% 14% 16% 14%
FY 19 12% 15% 17% 16%
FY 20 27% 25% 25% 25%
FY 21 22% 19% 20% 19%
FY 22 16% 18% 20% 18%
FY 23 15% 16% 17% 16%
FY 24 10% 13% 14% 16%
FY 25 15% 19% 21% 22%
SOURCE: NSE; DATA AS ON MAR’29, 2025 | PAST PERFORMANCE MAY OR MAY NOT BE SUSTAINED IN FUTURE.
WEALTH CREATION IN QUALITY SMALL CAPS
₹ 38,37,489
Growth of ₹ 1 lakh invested in May 2005
Nifty 100 TRI CAGR 15%
Nifty Midcap 150 TRI CAGR 18% ₹ 26,80,912
₹ 1 Lakh
Invested
₹ 16,07,380
May-05
May-06
May-07
May-08
May-09
May-10
May-11
May-12
May-13
May-14
May-15
May-16
May-17
May-18
May-19
May-20
May-21
May-22
May-23
May-24
May-25
SOURCE: NSE; DATA FROM 1 APR 2005 TO MAY 29 2025 | PAST PERFORMANCE MAY OR MAY NOT BE SUSTAINED IN FUTURE.
QUALITY SMALL CAPS OUTSHINE BROADER INDICES
IN SIP PERFORMANCE
Assuming Monthly SIP installment of ₹ 10000 at start of every month between May 2005 to May 2025.
Nifty Small Cap 250 TRI XIRR since Inception ~ 15.58% 2,57,47,417
Nifty Small Cap 250 Quality 50 TRI XIRR since Inception ~ 20.06%
Nifty 50 TRI XIRR Since Inception ~ 13.15%
1,46,34,482
1,08,20,054
May-18
May-06
May-05
May-09
May-13
May-16
May-12
May-08
May-15
May-07
May-11
May-19
May-14
May-10
May-17
May-24
May-20
May-23
May-22
May-25
May-21
SOURCE : MFI 360: DATA FROM 1 APR 2005 TO MAY 29 2025 | PAST PERFORMANCE MAY OR MAY NOT BE SUSTAINED IN FUTURE.
RISK-O-METER AND PRODUCT LABEL
Bajaj Finserv Flexi Cap Fund
BENCHMARK
SCHEME
BENCHMARK
SCHEME
SCHEME BENCHMARK