Master Trust, a prominent name in India's financial services industry, has applied to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to establish a mutual fund business. The application, submitted through its flagship company, Master Capital Services Limited, marks a strategic expansion into the asset management space. With over four decades of industry experience and a clientele exceeding 4.2 lakh investors, Master Trust aims to offer innovative, accessible, and value-driven investment solutions.
Upon receiving regulatory approval, the company plans to launch a range of equity schemes across various market capitalisations, alongside a multi-asset fund. The proposed investment strategy will combine quantitative models with traditional bottom-up research to generate long-term value. Master Trust's digital infrastructure and extensive retail and institutional network will play a key role in driving adoption and scalability.
The move comes amid rapid growth in India's mutual fund industry, which has surpassed ₹70 lakh crore in assets under management. Master Trust’s foray into mutual funds aligns with its broader vision to meet evolving investor needs through simplicity, affordability, and consistent performance.
Master Trust has taken a major step to diversify its investment services by applying for SEBI approval to launch a mutual fund business via Master Capital Services Limited. The initiative aims to introduce innovative equity and multi-asset schemes, blending quantitative analysis with conventional research. This strategic move reflects the firm’s long-standing commitment to adapting to investor needs and expanding its presence in India's thriving ₹70 lakh crore mutual fund market.
