Bandhan AMC’s fund manager Kirthi Jain emphasized selective small-cap investing amid elevated valuations. She highlighted the importance of earnings visibility, strong balance sheets and governance quality when identifying opportunities. While small caps offer long-term growth potential, risks remain the higher during volatile cycles. Investors are encouraged to adopt staggered investments and maintain realistic return the expectations in the current market environment.

Financial planners recommend disciplined investing in mutual funds amid volatile global conditions. Investors are advised to diversify across large-cap, hybrid and short-duration debt schemes while maintaining long-term horizons. Systematic investment plans remain preferred for managing market swings. Experts caution against timing the market and instead emphasize asset allocation and risk profiling and portfolio rebalancing to navigate today’s evolving investment landscape effectively.