Author :
T. VIJAYALAKSHMI Lecturer (Sr.G), Department of MOP, Periyar Centenary Polytechnic College, Periyar Nagar, Vallam, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu 613 403. T. MALATHI Lecturer (Sr.G), Department of MOP, Periyar Centenary Polytechnic College, Periyar Nagar, Vallam, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu 613 403. R. LALITHA Lecturer Department of MOP, Periyar Centenary Polytechnic College, Periyar Nagar, Vallam, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu 613 403.
Volume :
4
Issue :
7
Abstract :
Abstract
A Mutual fund is the ideal investment vehicle for today’s sophisticated and modern financial scenario; there has been growing importance of
mutual fund investment in India when compared with other financial instruments. Investments in mutual funds are safer and also yields more returns on the portfolio investment. The mutual fund is said to be the best channels for mobilizing the funds of the small investors and contribute significantly to the capital markets. The present study explains briefly about the mutual fund industry; the study also helps to understand the role of investment pattern and preferences of investors behind investing in mutual fund.
Keyword :
Mutual fund, Investor’s perception, Investment pattern, Portfolio, Capital