Investing 101
June 5, 2026
Factor Investing: A Complete Guide to Building Smarter Portfolios
In FY24, smart-beta indices outpaced the Nifty 50 — with low-volatility strategies pulling ahead by as much as 6–12%. Over ₹16,000 crore is now invested in factor-based funds. This approach is no longer fringe — it's a disciplined, research-backed alternative to both active stock-picking and passive indexing. Here is what it is, how it works, and where it honestly belongs in your portfolio.