Sundaram Multi Factor NFO PDF
Sundaram Multi Factor NFO PDF
Multi-Factor Fund
An open-ended equity scheme that
follows multi-factor-based investment strategy
Table of Contents
Similarly, in investing, certain characteristics — called Factor investing is like that symphony — selecting stocks
Factors — influence how a stock performs. based on traits like Quality, Value, Growth, Size and
Momentum to create a harmonious portfolio.
What makes the difference in music - It’s not just one instrument, but orchestration of many.
In investing, it’s not just a single Factor — but an appropriate blend of many
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How is Factor Investing a smarter choice?
Time-tested Principles
Rule-based
Free from emotional bias Built on diversification
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A fresh take on investing: Traditional vs. Factor
Portfolio Managing by cap curve, sectoral allocation By leveraging historical evidence and
Construction and active stock picking. statistical analysis to deliver better risk-
adjusted return.
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Established factor-based strategies
Momentum Quality
Focuses on stocks showing strong recent
performance — based on the idea that winners 01 03 Targets financially sound companies — with low
debt, stable earnings, strong cash flows, and
often keep winning in the short-term. healthy return ratios.
Growth Value
Looks for companies delivering consistent
increases in sales, profits, or assets — reflecting
02 04 Identifies stocks trading below their intrinsic worth
— based on valuation metrics like Price-to-Earnings
strong business expansion. or Price-to-Book, Replacement cost, etc.
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Established factor-based strategies
Investor Bias What It Leads To Factor That Helps How the Factor Helps
Value Trap
Seek information that
supports our belief Selectively focus on information
Focuses on real earnings growth,
Confirmation Bias that supports belief resulting in Growth
not just convincing stories
buying high and selling low
Growth Trap
Focusing on the latest
experience and
Anchors decisions on long-term
forgetting the big Overemphasize recent strong
picture Recency Bias Quality company stability and
numbers, ignoring historical details
fundamentals
Quality Trap
Jumping off a cliff
with the crowd is
Chasing a stock by following others
easier than thinking Identifies undervalued stocks and
first Herd Mentality and expecting it to rise Value
avoids overhyped trends
Momentum Trap
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The term ‘Factors' may sound new, but the idea isn't
Size,
1960 Low 1980 Value,
Separation Volatility
Size,
Momentum 2000 2010
of beta and
alpha
1970 Value 1990
Skilled fund managers have long relied on these characteristics — like value, quality, or
momentum — to guide their investment decisions.
Source: Wikipedia
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Factor performance across market cycles
Each factor performs at different times — but none leads all the time. Combining them through
a multi-factor strategy helps deliver more stable returns across changing market conditions.
Source: Bloomberg, Sundaram Asset Management *Q = Quality G = Growth V = Value M = Momentum I = Index
Data as of December 31, 2024 BSE Enhanced Value TRI, BSE Quality TRI, BSE Momentum TRI, Internal Index of 50 top stocks for Growth 8
All returns are indicative and based on model assumptions and underlying indices; actual performance may vary
Using multi-factor helps performance across market cycles
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 BSE 200 TRI 22% 11% 67%
Rank2 M G Q I G G Q M V
Value 56% 11% 33%
Rank3 Q V G G I M M Q G
Momentum 56% 22% 22%
Rank5 I I V V M Q G I I
All factors have individually outperformed the Index: Momentum and Value topped
Relying on a single factor is risky—markets move in cycles. Multi factor can mitigate cyclicity.
Source: Bloomberg, Sundaram Asset Management *Q = Quality G = Growth V = Value M = Momentum I = Index
Data as of December 31, 2024 BSE Enhanced Value TRI, BSE Quality TRI, BSE Momentum TRI, Internal Index of 50 top stocks for Growth 9
Refer to Annexure B for calculation with model portfolio All returns are indicative and based on model assumptions and underlying indices; actual performance may vary
The Pillars of Factor-Based Investing
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Why Multi-Factor and not single factor approach?
Strategy Focuses on one factor (e.g., Value or Momentum) Combines multiple factors for holistic exposure
Risk High risk during factor underperformance Reduced risk through diversification
Consistency Cyclical, performance depends on market trends More stable returns over various cycles
Implementation
Investors/Advisors needs to constantly Switch in/out Buy and stay invested for the long-term
Complexity
Be implementable Protection
Be justified by Have exhibited
across time horizon history during
significant
research and on the entire bad times
return history
universe
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Sundaram Multi-Factor Portfolio creation
Investment Universe
Currently Top 250 companies by market cap
Stock Selection
Stocks are ranked within each factor — Momentum, Value, Quality,
Growth and Size—based on factor determinants
Portfolio Construction
The portfolio consists of the top 25 stocks selected within each factor. Additionally,
top stocks are included based on the Size. Total Stocks ~85 after overlap
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Benefits of Sundaram Multi-Factor Fund
Momentum
Captures return efficiently while
Quality offering superior risk-adjusted
return across market cycles
Growth
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Sundaram Multi-Factor Model Portfolio vs Single Factor
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Momentum Cumulative Amount(Lacs)
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Momentum
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50 50.8
50.1
Investment (Rs. Lakhs)
45 46.3
40 39.5
35 37.0
30 29.6
25
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Feb-22
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Feb-25
Investment Period
Sundaram Multi-Factor Model Portfolio closely trails the top-performing factor while outperforming momentum, quality,
growth, and the index — offering a well-balanced return with reduced concentration risk.
Source: Bloomberg, Sundaram Asset Management *Q = Quality G = Growth V = Value M = Momentum I = Index
Data as of March 31, 2025 BSE Enhanced Value TRI, BSE Quality TRI, BSE Momentum TRI, Internal Index of 50 top stocks for Growth 14
All returns are indicative and based on model assumptions and underlying indices; actual performance may vary
It’s not just Return, It’s Risk-Adjusted Return
M Momentum
Q Quality
G Growth
The Model Portfolio optimizes the trade-off between returns and volatility,
positioning it more favorably on the risk-return spectrum than individual factor strategies.
On a 3-year and 5-year basis the fund has outperformed benchmark at all times
Sundaram
Quality Growth Value Momentum Model
Portfolio
Down Capture
100.3 92.6 105.1 96.5 93.7
Sundaram Multi-Factor Model Portfolio has efficiently captured market upside opportunities and providing
downside protection
Correlation Analysis
Sundaram
Value Momentum Quality Growth Model
Portfolio
60.0
9.0 9.2 8.0
7.9 8.3 8.9 6.2
50.0 6.0 6.7 8.4 2.2 8.9
7.5 3.9 5.2 7.3
4.1 4.3 4.5 7.5 8.6 6.2
5.1 8.0 6.7 3.7 2.9
4.5 8.9 8.4 10.6 8.8 15.3 3.8 4.6
40.0 8.2 7.3 11.0
7.1 13.2 1.1 10.8
4.1 8.8 3.8 18.7 15.3 11.3 12.0
12.6 3.0 11.2 10.7 11.2
9.0
30.0 8.7 6.3 15.5
8.8
12.6
20.0
33.7 36.2 34.3
31.2 31.7 30.8 31.4 29.0 29.8
27.7 26.8 28.6 28.4 26.1 28.6 27.7
25.2 24.1
10.0 20.6 21.4
0.0
Model BM 2015 Model BM 2016 Model BM 2017 Model BM 2018 Model BM 2019 Model BM 2020 Model BM 2021 Model BM 2022 Model BM 2023 Model BM 2024
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Sundaram Model Portfolio exhibits dynamic sector rotation and diverges from the
benchmark in its top sector allocations, allowing for more responsive positioning across market cycles.
Source: Bloomberg, Sundaram Asset Management *BM (Benchmark) = BSE 200 TRI
Data as of December 31, 2024 20
Dynamic rotation of Model portfolio Vs BM (Jan ’24 to Mar ’25)
Banks 25.1 Banks 20.4 Banks 21.7 Banks 23.5 Banks 24.6 Banks 22.5
IT-Software 10.8 Petroleum Prod 10.3 IT-Software 8.9 IT-Software 9.5 IT-Software 12.0 IT-Software 11.2
Petroleum Prod 7.3 IT-Software 7.0 Finance 7.1 Petroleum Prod 6.1 Pharmaceutical 8.6 Petroleum Prod 6.2
Finance 6.4 Power 5.9 Petroleum Prod 6.8 Pharmaceuticals 5.9 Petroleum Prod 6.2 Automobiles 5.4
Power 5.2 Automobiles 4.7 Electrical Equip 5.3 Capital Market 4.1 Finance 5.2 Finance 5.2
Electrical Equip 4.1 Finance 4.7 Auto Component 4.7 Electrical Equip 4.1 Telecom 4.8 Pharmaceuticals 4.6
Automobiles 3.5 Constuction 3.6 Aerospace & Def 4.7 Finance 3.5 Capital Markets 4.6 Diversified 4.2
Ferrous Metals 2.9 Realty 3.5 Power 4.1 Auto Component 3.5 Insurance 2.9 Power 3.5
Pharmaceuticals 2.9 Consumer Dur 3.5 Automobiles 3.6 Insurance 2.9 Healthcare Serv 2.9 Telecom 3.2
Minerals & Mini 2.3 Electrical Equip 2.9 Diversified FMCG 2.9 Diversified FMCG 2.8 Consumer Dur 2.3 Retailing 3.1
Top ten sectors and color-coded top five based on Jan-Mar 2025 - Model Portfolio
2015 2018
8.0
5.6
6.0 6.0 4.8 4.7
3.1 5.0 3.8
4.0 4.0
2.0 1.8 2.7
2.0 3.0
2.0 0.9
0.0 1.0 0.5
-2.0 -0.8 0.0
-0.9 -0.9 -1.4 -1.0
-1.8
-4.0 -2.0 -1.3
-4.0 -3.0 -2.0 -2.2
-6.0 -4.0
-5.0 -4.0
Consumer Durables
Retailing
Finance
IT - Software
Power
Banks
Pharmaceuticals &
Diversified FMCG
Auto Components
Petroleum Products
Biotechnology
Pharmaceuticals &
Petroleum Products
Banks
Consumer Durables
Power
Finance
IT - Software
Diversified FMCG
Petrochemicals
Industrial Products
Chemicals &
Biotechnology
Through multi-factor selection, the model portfolio adapts differently across various cycles,
positioning itself uniquely compared to conventional indices and other diversified funds.
30.0
3.5
3.2
3.0 25.0
2.5 20.0
17.7
2.0
1.6 15.0
1.5
1.5
1.1 10.0
0.8 8.0
1.0
0.5 5.0
Sundaram Model Portfolio exhibits dynamic sector rotation and diverges from the
benchmark in its top sector allocations, allowing for more responsive positioning across market cycles.
60%
50%
40%
10%
0%
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Large Cap Mid Cap Small Cap
6.50
5.41
6.00
5.50 5.41
4.9
5.00
4.50
4.00 3.14
3.50
3.00 3.14
2.50 ₹1 crore grew to approximately
2.00
1.50
₹5.5 crore in Sundaram Multi-
1.00 Factor Model Portfolio,
0.50 compared to ₹3 crore in BSE 200
-
since 2015.
Jun-16
Jun-17
Jun-18
Jun-19
Jun-20
Jun-21
Jun-22
Jun-23
Jun-24
Feb-23
Oct-19
Aug-15
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Oct-20
Feb-21
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Oct-23
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Feb-25
Dec-15
Dec-16
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Dec-19
Dec-20
Dec-21
Dec-22
Dec-23
Dec-24
Apr-16
Apr-17
Apr-18
Apr-19
Apr-20
Apr-21
Apr-22
Apr-23
Apr-25
BSE 200 TRI Sundaram Multi Factor Model Portfolio
35.0%
30.0%
25.0% 23.9%
-5.8%
-5.7%
20.0% -5.7%
16.6%
15.0%
10.0%
5.0%
0.0%
Jul-24
Dec-24
Jan-24
Mar-24
Jun-24
Apr-24
Aug-24
Sep-24
Jan-25
Mar-25
Apr-25
Feb-24
May-24
Nov-24
Feb-25
May-25
Jun-25
Oct-24
Model BSE200
BSE 200 TRI
Sundaram Multi-Factor Fund Model Portfolio outperformed benchmark during volatility in recent history.
55.00
Overlap vs BSE 200
50.00
45.00
40.00
35.00
30.00
25.00
20.00
15.00
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Higher stock active share in Sundaram Multi-Factor Fund, it will have around 50% unique stock vs
Benchmark
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Fund Facts
Objective An open ended equity scheme that follows a multi-factor based investment strategy
Lumpsum: First Investment: INR 100 and any amount thereafter; Subsequent Purchase: INR 100 and any amount thereafter
Minimum Subscription
SIP: INR 1000 per week, INR 100 per month, INR 750 per quarter,
Amount
Weekly SIP will be processed on Wednesdays
• 1% of the applicable NAV - Any redemptions, switch or withdrawals by way of SWP would be subject to an exit load within 365
days from the date of allotment.
• NIL - if the units are redeemed after 365 days from the date of allotment of units.
Load Structure • Further, exit load will be waived on Intra-scheme Switch-outs/STP. Generally, the exit load will be calculated on First in First
out (FIFO) basis. Investors/Unit holders should note that the AMC/Trustee has the right to modify existing Load structure and
to introduce Loads subject to a maximum limits prescribed under the Regulations. Any change in Load structure will be
effective on a prospective basis and will not affect the existing Unit holder in any manner.
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Annexure A
Sundaram Sundaram
1 Year Q G V M BSE 200 Model 3 Year Q G V M BSE 200 Model
Average Return 19.5% 20.5% 28.7% 23.5% 15.9% 24.0% Average Return 15.7% 16.4% 18.6% 17.7% 13.5% 20.2%
Maximum Return 70.9% 77.6% 139.5% 90.2% 81.7% 107.5% Maximum Return 27.9% 27.9% 53.7% 34.4% 27.6% 37.5%
Minimum Return -20.8% -19.4% -46.4% -16.2% -28.5% -23.6% Minimum Return -2.7% -1.3% -22.2% 0.7% -4.1% -2.9%
< 0% return 16.0% 23.0% 33.0% 16.0% 18.0% 15.0% < 0% return 2.0% 1.0% 22.0% 0.0% 5.0% 1.0%
> 0% return 84.0% 77.0% 67.0% 84.0% 82.0% 85.0% > 0% return 98.0% 99.0% 78.0% 100.0% 95.0% 99.0%
> 10% return 63.0% 61.0% 59.0% 66.0% 57.0% 67.0% > 10% return 76.0% 84.0% 65.0% 84.0% 77.0% 85.0%
> 15% return 55.0% 52.0% 56.0% 56.0% 40.0% 55.0% > 15% return 59.0% 71.0% 56.0% 67.0% 44.0% 70.0%
> 20% return 37.0% 45.0% 54.0% 48.0% 33.0% 45.0% > 20% return 32.0% 24.0% 48.0% 32.0% 11.0% 55.0%
Total Observation 106 106 106 106 106 106 Total Observation 82 82 82 82 82 82
Sundaram
5 Year Q G V M BSE 200 Model
Total Observation 58 58 58 58 58 58
Sundaram Multi Factor ranked in the top half in 78% of calendar years vs. other factors and the
benchmark
Source: Bloomberg, Sundaram Asset Management *Q = Quality G = Growth V = Value M = Momentum I = Index
Data as of December 31, 2024 BSE Enhanced Value TRI, BSE Quality TRI, BSE Momentum TRI, Internal Index of 50 top stocks for Growth 32
All returns are indicative and based on model assumptions and underlying indices; actual performance may vary
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