NFO Alert: JioBlackRock Mutual Fund launches balanced advantage fund

JioBlackRock Asset Management today announced the launch of the JioBlackRock Balanced Advantage Fund, an open-ended dynamic asset allocation fund that seeks to generate long-term capital appreciation with income generation by investing in a dynamically managed portfolio of equity and debt instruments.

The new fund offer or NFO of the fund will open for subscription on September 11 and will close on September 25.

The performance will be benchmarked against Nifty 50 Hybrid Composite Debt 50:50 Index (TRI) and will be managed by anvi Kacheria, Sahil Chaudhary, Virendra Kumar, Arun Ramachandran, Vikrant Mehta, and Siddharth Deb.


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How will JioBlackRock Balanced Advantage Fund manage debt & equity exposure

The fund is designed to address one of the most persistent challenges faced by investors: determining when to increase market exposure and when to become more cautious. By dynamically managing allocations between equity and debt and employing a disciplined, data-driven investment approach, the fund seeks to help investors participate in long-term market opportunities while navigating changing market conditions.

The scheme combines three key investment capabilities: a dynamic asset allocation framework that adjusts exposures based on multiple market indicators, a systematic equity portfolio construction process, and a disciplined fixed income strategy. The fund may also use derivatives, as permitted under applicable regulations and the Scheme Information Document, to manage market exposure and maintain equity-oriented taxation.

“The launch of the JioBlackRock Balanced Advantage Fund reflects our commitment to bringing innovative, technology-enabled investment solutions to investors. For many investors, the biggest challenge is not choosing where to invest, but deciding when to invest, when to stay invested and how to navigate periods of market uncertainty,” said Sid Swaminathan, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, JioBlackRock AMC

“As markets move through cycles, they often test both conviction and discipline. This fund is designed to help simplify that journey through a dynamic, data-driven approach that adjusts to changing market conditions,” Swaminathan.

The minimum amount for switch-in to the scheme will be Rs 500 and any amount thereafter and the minimum amount for additional purchase will be Rs 500 and any amount thereafter.

The fund will allocate 65-90% in equity and equity-related instruments and 10-35% in debt and money market instruments.

"Markets rarely move in straight lines. A dynamic asset allocation strategy seeks to adapt to market conditions by adjusting exposures across equity and debt combined with systematic active stock selection. The JioBlackRock Balanced Advantage Fund seeks to leverage diversified research inputs, systematic portfolio construction and risk management capabilities to build a portfolio that can evolve with changing market environments,” said Rishi Kohli, Chief Investment Officer, JioBlackRock AMC

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The fund will be suitable for investors seeking long-term capital appreciation with income generation and investment in a dynamically managed portfolio of equity and debt instruments.

The principal invested in the fund will be at “very high risk” according to the riskometer of the scheme whereas the principal invested in the benchmark will be at “high risk”, according to the riskometer.

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