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In our last blog, we have explained the basic characteristics and benefits of “Portfolio Management Services”. In this blog, let’s understand the PMS in more detail and its Returns part.

As mentioned in our previous blog, PMS i.e. portfolio management service is nothing but an investment option that offers customized and tailor-made investment solutions to investors as per client’s investment objective and risk appetite. 

Basically, an investment in PMS is suitable for high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) as it requires minimum Rs. 50.00 Lakhs. 

When we talk about higher or lower returns, it is always in comparison with some other product. If we want to know whether PMS is the key to generate Higher Returns for Investors, then we should compare it with other investment. And the most common alternative Equity Investment is “Mutual Funds”.

There are various types of Equity Mutual Funds, such as “Large-Cap”, “Mid-Cap”, “Small-Cap”, “Multi-Cap” etc.

These types are also available in PMS, however, there are mainly two types of PMS:

  • Discretionary PMS: You can figure out by name that in Discretionary PMS, the portfolio manager can make investment decisions at his discretion. In this case the approval from the client is not required.
  • Non-discretionary PMS: On the contrary, here the role of portfolio manager is to advise the client, however, the client makes the final decision regarding his investments.

Comparison: Mutual Funds vs PMS:

Here’s a comparison of Mutual Funds vs PMS. The table highlights key differences in approach, risk, investment types, portfolio size, and suitability for different types of investors, helping you choose the right option.

Mutual Funds

PMS

Standardized Approach

Personalized & Customized Approach

Diversified Portfolio (can consists of 50-60 or more stocks)

Concentrated Portfolio (generally invests in 25-30 stocks only)

Mutual Funds in general most of the money in invest in Stocks, bonds, debentures, and commodities.

PMS can invest money in Stocks, bonds, debentures, commodities, startups, private equity, or hedge funds

Cannot invest in Unlisted companies/ securities

Can invest in Unlisted companies/ securities

Minimum Investment can be as low as Rs 100 per month 

Rs 50.00 lakhs

Suitable for all types of investors especially, for small investors

Suitable for high-net-worth individuals 

Less Risky

Riskier than Mutual Funds

 

Comparison of Returns: Mutual Funds vs PMS:

As stated in the above table, PMS is riskier than Mutual Funds due to high investments and concentrated portfolio. It means PMS has a potential to deliver higher returns than Mutual Funds but with a higher risk. Volatility in PMS is higher.

Let’s see some Returns Comparison:

PMS (Portfolio Management Service) & Mutual Funds (Regular & Excl. IDCW-P Option)

       

Large-Cap Oriented

Top 3 PMS

Returns % 10 Years

Large-Cap Oriented

Top 3 Mutual Fund

Returns % 10 Years

 

as of 31.01.2025

 

as of 31.01.2025

Narnolia Financial Services Ltd

13.93%

Nippon India Large Cap Fund - Growth

12.70%

ICICI Prudential AMC Ltd

13.11%

Invesco India large cap Fund Growth

11.45%

Standard Chartered Securities India Ltd

12.43%

PGIM India Large Cap Fund Growth

9.26%

 

Mid-Cap Oriented

Top 3 PMS

Returns % 10 Years

Mid-Cap Oriented

Top 3 Mutual Fund

Returns % 10 Years

 

as of 31.01.2025

 

as of 31.01.2025

Master Portfolio Services Ltd- Master Trust India Growth

21.27%

Sundaram Mid Cap Institutional Growth

19.68%

Right Horizons - Super Value

15.02%

Motilal Oswal Midcap Regular Growth

17.30%

Emkay Investment Managers Ltd – Pearls

14.40%

HDFC Mid-Cap Opportunities Fund Growth

16.65%

 

Small Cap & Mid/Small Cap Oriented Top PMS

Returns % 10 Years

Small-Cap Oriented Top 3 Mutual Fund

Returns % 10 Years

 

as of 31.01.2025

 

as of 31.01.2025

Aequitas Investment Consultancy - India Opportunities Products

26.30%

Nippon India Small Cap Fund - Growth

19.81%

Accuracap – Picopower

17.71%

Quant Small Cap Fund Growth

18.70%

Nine Rivers Capital Holdings - Aurum Small Cap Opportunities

17.30%

SBI Small Cap Fund Regular Plan Growth

18.04%

Care Portfolio Managers - Growth plus Value

15.36%

HSBC Small Cap Fund Regular Growth

17.80%

Source: https://morningstar.com/

Source: https://pmsbazaar.com/
 

You can clearly see that PMS has delivered higher returns in various cases. However, please remember that PMS can be a suitable option for investors with a high net-worth, longer time horizon and a greater risk appetite.

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