
Samco Special Opportunities Fund Direct-Growth
Equity: Thematic-Other - Growth (Open ended) Factsheet
NAV: ₹8.64-0.23%
24 Jul 2026
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Side-by-side comparison of Samco Special Opportunities Fund Direct-Growth with similar funds — trailing returns, risk metrics, AUM and expense ratio.
| Period | This Fund | Category Avg | Category Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1Y Return | -5.05% | 2.83% | 31 / 39 |
| 3Y Return | — | 16.20% | — |
| 5Y Return | — | 14.65% | — |
| 10Y Return | — | 14.31% | — |
Trailing annualised returns (%). Category rank: lower is better. Green = top third of category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which funds are similar to Samco Special Opportunities Fund Direct-Growth?
Funds similar to Samco Special Opportunities Fund Direct-Growth in the Equity: Thematic-Other category include ICICI Prudential India Opportunities Fund Direct-Growth, HDFC Defence Fund Direct-Growth, and Franklin India Opportunities Direct Fund-Growth. These funds follow a comparable investment mandate and are benchmarked against similar indices. You can compare them in detail — across returns, risk metrics, expense ratio, and portfolio composition — using the fund comparison tool on sharpely.
What is the rank of Samco Special Opportunities Fund Direct-Growth in its category?
The category rank of Samco Special Opportunities Fund Direct-Growth is shown in the Trailing Returns section above.
How does Samco Special Opportunities Fund Direct-Growth's expense ratio compare to similar funds?
Samco Special Opportunities Fund Direct-Growth has an expense ratio of 1.73%. The peers ICICI Prudential India Opportunities Fund Direct-Growth has an expense ratio of 0.92% and HDFC Defence Fund Direct-Growth has 0.90%. Over the long term, a higher expense ratio can meaningfully drag on returns, so it is worth evaluating whether the fund's performance justifies the additional cost.
How does Samco Special Opportunities Fund Direct-Growth's AUM compare to similar funds?
Samco Special Opportunities Fund Direct-Growth has an AUM of ₹131.99 crore. The peers ICICI Prudential India Opportunities Fund Direct-Growth has an AUM of ₹37,256.8 crore and HDFC Defence Fund Direct-Growth has ₹10,529.2 crore. A large AUM can sometimes limit a fund's ability to take meaningful positions in mid and small-cap stocks, as larger trades can move prices. This is particularly relevant for funds that invest outside large caps.
Which fund has the best 3-year returns in the Equity: Thematic-Other?
The top performing fund in the Equity: Thematic-Other category on a 3-year basis is HDFC Defence Fund Direct-Growth with a CAGR of 40.95% as of 23 Jul 2026. Samco Special Opportunities Fund Direct-Growth has delivered - CAGR over the same period. You can view and compare the full category ranking on sharpely.
How does Samco Special Opportunities Fund Direct-Growth rank in risk-adjusted returns vs peers?
The Sharpe ratio of Samco Special Opportunities Fund Direct-Growth is shown in the Alpha, Beta & Sharpe section on the Performance tab.