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International mutual funds deliver strong returns, but overseas investment limits restrict access
ET Bureau | May 26, 2026 3:38 AM CST

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Yet, investment restrictions imposed on overseas exposure limits continue to constrain fresh inflows. While SIPs remain largely open, lump-sum investments are still restricted in many schemes.

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Over the past year, international mutual funds have delivered stellar returns, with China, emerging markets, technology and global thematic strategies leading the charge. Yet, investment restrictions imposed on overseas exposure limits continue to constrain fresh inflows. While SIPs remain largely open, lump-sum investments are still restricted in many schemes.

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Note: Fund investment status as on 21 May 2026. For Edelweiss Mutual Fund schemes, maximum systematic investment plan (SIP/)systematic transfer plan (STP) of Rs.5,000; for PGIM Mutual Fund schemes: maximum SIP/STP of Rs.2,00,000; for Franklin Mutual Fund schemes, maximum Rs.5,00,000 lump sum and maximum Rs.50,000 SIP/STP.

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