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Equity Funds Surge: Up to 94% Gains Since October

10/2/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Equity mutual funds show strong medium- to long-term gains, 32%–94% since October 2024.
DSP World Gold Mining Overseas Equity Omni FoF rose to 94.30%; Mirae Asset NYSE FANG+ ETF FoF to 76.54%.
These funds emphasize gold mining, technology, and Asian growth, but carry higher sector-concentration risks.
Investors should align choices to risk appetite and goals; diversify and monitor risks.

History

Historical Context

The 2008 global financial crisis triggered a shift in investment strategies, leading to a 32% increase in equity mutual funds by 2010 as investors sought safer assets. The U.S. Federal Reserve's quantitative easing policies contributed to this trend. Today, funds like DSP World Gold Mining and Mirae Asset NYSE FANG+ ETF highlight a continued focus on diversification and sector concentration during economic uncertainty.

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Story summary

Equity mutual funds show strong medium- to long-term gains, 32%–94% since October 2024.
DSP World Gold Mining Overseas Equity Omni FoF rose to 94.30%; Mirae Asset NYSE FANG+ ETF FoF to 76.54%.
These funds emphasize gold mining, technology, and Asian growth, but carry higher sector-concentration risks.
Investors should align choices to risk appetite and goals; diversify and monitor risks.

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