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Indian Equity Funds Attract Record Inflows Despite Economic Headwinds

Indian equity mutual funds extended their winning streak to 62 consecutive months of positive inflows in April 2026, though the pace of investor deposits moderated from March levels. The continued capital deployment underscores retail investor preference for professional fund management over direct stock ownership.

Domestic inflation pressures mounted for the sixth straight month, though price growth remained below forecaster expectations. Global asset managers reported robust fund performance. Invesco's assets under management increased 8.3% in April to $2.34 trillion, driven by net long-term inflows of $18.2 billion.

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East pose emerging risks to India's growth trajectory and cost pressures. Redemption pressures in private credit markets remain limited, according to Federal Reserve assessments.