Investors with surplus cash are often on the lookout for investment options to utilise it. However, a major challenge that investors face is to minimise risk, maintain liquidity, and also generate returns. Through an overnight mutual fund, investors can gain exposure to ultra-short-duration debt securities, which offer several benefits. In this blog, we will explore the best overnight mutual funds, how they work, and things that you should consider before investing in them.
An overnight mutual fund is an open-ended debt mutual fund that invests in debt securities that mature the very next day. Once the securities in the portfolio mature, the fund manager reinvests the proceeds to purchase other securities with a similar maturity.
The portfolio of an overnight mutual fund consists of securities that mature on the following day. This helps fund managers significantly reduce risk. Moreover, the portfolio duration shields the funds from interest rate fluctuations.
Overnight mutual funds can help individuals or businesses to park additional cash in a highly liquid debt fund for a short period. However, the lower risk also results in considerably lower returns.
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| Fund Name | Category | Risk | NAV | Expense Ratio | 1Y Returns | 3Y Returns | 5Y Returns | Rating | Fund Size (in Cr) | Exit Load |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bank of India Overnight Fund | Debt | Low | 1,340.46 | 0.08 | 6.1% | 6.5% | 5.4% | 5 | ₹54 | - |
Axis Overnight Fund | Debt | Low | 1,397.29 | 0.06 | 6.1% | 6.5% | 5.4% | 5 | ₹9,963 | - |
Quant Overnight Fund | Debt | Low | 12.08 | 0.14 | 5.9% | NA | NA | 5 | ₹65 | - |
Mirae Asset Overnight Fund | Debt | Low | 1,353.92 | 0.08 | 6.0% | 6.5% | 5.4% | 4 | ₹1,570 | - |
Tata Overnight Fund | Debt | Low | 1,393.47 | 0.05 | 6.0% | 6.5% | 5.4% | 4 | ₹4,302 | - |
Nippon India Overnight Fund | Debt | Low | 141.81 | 0.08 | 6.0% | 6.5% | 5.4% | 4 | ₹9,364 | - |
Aditya Birla Sun Life Overnight Fund | Debt | Low | 1,427.90 | 0.08 | 6.0% | 6.5% | 5.3% | 4 | ₹9,328 | - |
HSBC Overnight Fund | Debt | Low | 1,381.56 | 0.06 | 6.0% | 6.5% | 5.3% | 4 | ₹4,258 | - |
Kotak Overnight Fund | Debt | Low | 1,408.44 | 0.08 | 6.0% | 6.5% | 5.3% | 4 | ₹8,619 | - |
Union Overnight Fund | Debt | Low | 1,389.72 | 0.07 | 6.0% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 4 | ₹412 | - |
LIC MF Overnight Fund | Debt | Low | 1,368.50 | 0.07 | 6.0% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 4 | ₹856 | - |
Baroda BNP Paribas Overnight Fund | Debt | Low | 1,386.59 | 0.05 | 3.3% | 6.4% | 5.1% | 4 | ₹843 | - |
DSP Overnight Fund | Debt | Low to Moderate | 1,414.06 | 0.07 | 6.0% | 6.5% | 5.3% | 3 | ₹2,792 | - |
Bandhan Overnight Fund | Debt | Low | 1,408.04 | 0.05 | 6.0% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 3 | ₹1,348 | - |
UTI Overnight Fund | Debt | Low | 3,613.75 | 0.06 | 6.0% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 3 | ₹5,069 | - |
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Before deciding to invest in an overnight mutual fund, it is important to know if this investment avenue is appropriate for you.
Here are some key factors one should keep in mind before investing in an overnight mutual fund
Given the nature of an overnight mutual fund, it is important for an investor to assess the risk they are willing to take on and what returns they aim to achieve from the investment. Since overnight funds carry very low risk, their returns are low as well. Investors looking to generate higher returns and willing to take on more risk should consider other investment options.
A key factor to consider while investing in an overnight mutual fund is the investment horizon. An overnight mutual fund is suitable for investors looking to invest their money for a short period of time and have easy access to the funds.
Unlike other debt mutual funds, an overnight mutual fund invests in overnight debt securities that mature the next day. The shorter maturity enhances the fund's liquidity and lowers risk. Upon maturity, the fund manager reinvests the proceeds into securities that mature the following day, creating a cycle of maturity and reinvestment.
When choosing an overnight mutual fund to invest in, one should consider the fund's expense ratio and compare it with peers. Since the money is invested for a short duration, factors such as the expense ratio are of great significance. It is also advisable to compare the fund’s performance with that of other overnight funds to maximise returns.
An overnight mutual fund is usually held for a short period, ranging from a few days to a few weeks. Irrespective of the holding period of the mutual fund, the gains on the units sold are added to the investor’s income and taxed at the applicable tax rate.
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Fund Performance: The Bank of India Overnight Fund has given 6.53% annualized returns in the past three years and 5.44% in the last 5 years. The Bank of India Overnight Fund comes under the Debt category of Bank of India Mutual Funds.
| Min Investment Amt | ₹5,000 |
|---|---|
| AUM | ₹54Cr |
| 1Y Returns | 6.1% |
Fund Performance: The Axis Overnight Fund has given 6.48% annualized returns in the past three years and 5.37% in the last 5 years. The Axis Overnight Fund comes under the Debt category of Axis Mutual Funds.
| Min Investment Amt | ₹100 |
|---|---|
| AUM | ₹9,963Cr |
| 1Y Returns | 6.1% |
Fund Performance: The Quant Overnight Fund comes under the Debt category of Quant Mutual Funds.
Minimum Investment Amount: The minimum amount required to invest in Quant Overnight Fund via lump sum is ₹5,000 and via SIP is ₹1,000.
| Min Investment Amt | ₹5,000 |
|---|---|
| AUM | ₹65Cr |
| 1Y Returns | 5.9% |
Fund Performance: The Mirae Asset Overnight Fund has given 6.46% annualized returns in the past three years and 5.37% in the last 5 years. The Mirae Asset Overnight Fund comes under the Debt category of Mirae Asset Mutual Funds.
Minimum Investment Amount: The minimum amount required to invest in Mirae Asset Overnight Fund via lump sum is ₹5,000 and via SIP is ₹99.
| Min Investment Amt | ₹5,000 |
|---|---|
| AUM | ₹1,570Cr |
| 1Y Returns | 6.0% |
Fund Performance: The Tata Overnight Fund has given 6.46% annualized returns in the past three years and 5.36% in the last 5 years. The Tata Overnight Fund comes under the Debt category of Tata Mutual Funds.
Minimum Investment Amount: The minimum amount required to invest in Tata Overnight Fund via lump sum is ₹5,000 and via SIP is ₹500.
| Min Investment Amt | ₹5,000 |
|---|---|
| AUM | ₹4,302Cr |
| 1Y Returns | 6.0% |
Fund Performance: The Nippon India Overnight Fund has given 6.46% annualized returns in the past three years and 5.36% in the last 5 years. The Nippon India Overnight Fund comes under the Debt category of Nippon India Mutual Funds.
Minimum Investment Amount: The minimum amount required to invest in Nippon India Overnight Fund via lump sum is ₹100 and via SIP is ₹100.
| Min Investment Amt | ₹100 |
|---|---|
| AUM | ₹9,364Cr |
| 1Y Returns | 6.0% |
Fund Performance: The Aditya Birla Sun Life Overnight Fund has given 6.45% annualized returns in the past three years and 5.35% in the last 5 years. The Aditya Birla Sun Life Overnight Fund comes under the Debt category of Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Funds.
| Min Investment Amt | ₹500 |
|---|---|
| AUM | ₹9,328Cr |
| 1Y Returns | 6.0% |
Fund Performance: The HSBC Overnight Fund has given 6.45% annualized returns in the past three years and 5.35% in the last 5 years. The HSBC Overnight Fund comes under the Debt category of HSBC Mutual Funds.
Minimum Investment Amount: The minimum amount required to invest in HSBC Overnight Fund via lump sum is ₹5,000 and via SIP is ₹1,000.
| Min Investment Amt | ₹5,000 |
|---|---|
| AUM | ₹4,258Cr |
| 1Y Returns | 6.0% |
Fund Performance: The Kotak Overnight Fund has given 6.45% annualized returns in the past three years and 5.34% in the last 5 years. The Kotak Overnight Fund comes under the Debt category of Kotak Mahindra Mutual Funds.
| Min Investment Amt | ₹100 |
|---|---|
| AUM | ₹8,619Cr |
| 1Y Returns | 6.0% |
Fund Performance: The Union Overnight Fund has given 6.44% annualized returns in the past three years and 5.34% in the last 5 years. The Union Overnight Fund comes under the Debt category of Union Mutual Funds.
Minimum Investment Amount: The minimum amount required to invest in Union Overnight Fund via lump sum is ₹5,000 and via SIP is ₹500.
| Min Investment Amt | ₹5,000 |
|---|---|
| AUM | ₹412Cr |
| 1Y Returns | 6.0% |
Fund Performance: The LIC MF Overnight Fund has given 6.44% annualized returns in the past three years and 5.35% in the last 5 years. The LIC MF Overnight Fund comes under the Debt category of LIC Mutual Funds.
Minimum Investment Amount: The minimum amount required to invest in LIC MF Overnight Fund via lump sum is ₹5,000 and via SIP is ₹200.
| Min Investment Amt | ₹5,000 |
|---|---|
| AUM | ₹856Cr |
| 1Y Returns | 6.0% |
Fund Performance: The Baroda BNP Paribas Overnight Fund has given 6.41% annualized returns in the past three years and 5.13% in the last 5 years. The Baroda BNP Paribas Overnight Fund comes under the Debt category of Baroda Mutual Funds.
Minimum Investment Amount: The minimum amount required to invest in Baroda BNP Paribas Overnight Fund via lump sum is ₹5,000 and via SIP is ₹500.
| Min Investment Amt | ₹5,000 |
|---|---|
| AUM | ₹843Cr |
| 1Y Returns | 3.3% |
Fund Performance: The DSP Overnight Fund has given 6.45% annualized returns in the past three years and 5.35% in the last 5 years. The DSP Overnight Fund comes under the Debt category of DSP Mutual Funds.
Minimum Investment Amount: The minimum amount required to invest in DSP Overnight Fund via lump sum is ₹100 and via SIP is ₹100.
| Min Investment Amt | ₹100 |
|---|---|
| AUM | ₹2,792Cr |
| 1Y Returns | 6.0% |
Fund Performance: The Bandhan Overnight Fund has given 6.44% annualized returns in the past three years and 5.34% in the last 5 years. The Bandhan Overnight Fund comes under the Debt category of IDFC Mutual Funds.
Minimum Investment Amount: The minimum amount required to invest in Bandhan Overnight Fund via lump sum is ₹1,000 and via SIP is ₹100.
| Min Investment Amt | ₹1,000 |
|---|---|
| AUM | ₹1,348Cr |
| 1Y Returns | 6.0% |
Fund Performance: The UTI Overnight Fund has given 6.44% annualized returns in the past three years and 5.34% in the last 5 years. The UTI Overnight Fund comes under the Debt category of UTI Mutual Funds.
Minimum Investment Amount: The minimum amount required to invest in UTI Overnight Fund via lump sum is ₹500 and via SIP is ₹500.
| Min Investment Amt | ₹500 |
|---|---|
| AUM | ₹5,069Cr |
| 1Y Returns | 6.0% |
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