About Sundaram Focused Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Focused Multicap Fund)
Sundaram Focused Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Focused Multicap Fund) is a focused fund managed by Sundaram Mutual Fund. Hold a concentrated portfolio of at most 30 stocks, so returns depend heavily on a few picks.
The Investment Objective of the scheme would be to provide capital appreciation and /or dividend distribution by investing in companies across market capitalization.
The scheme's stated objective, as published by Sundaram Mutual Fund.
The NAV (net asset value) is the price of one unit of the fund. It is published by the fund house every business day and changes with the value of the fund's holdings. The Growth option reinvests all gains, so its NAV reflects the fund's total return.
Tax on your gains
Gains are taxed as equity: sell within 12 months and the gain is short-term, taxed at 20%. Hold longer and it is long-term, taxed at 12.5% on gains above ₹1.25 lakh in a financial year, across all your equity investments.
Work out what you would owe with the capital gains tax calculator.
Every plan and option, with scheme codes
| Plan | Option | NAV | Scheme code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct | GROWTH | ₹184.5812 | 149533 |
| Direct | IDCW (Income Distribution CUM Capital Withdrawal) | ₹43.2583 | 149534 |
| Regular | GROWTH | ₹164.7679 | 149532 |
| Regular | IDCW (Income Distribution CUM Capital Withdrawal) | ₹39.2968 | 149531 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the NAV of Sundaram Focused Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Focused Multicap Fund) today?
The NAV of Sundaram Focused Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Focused Multicap Fund) (Direct plan, Growth) is ₹184.5812 and the Regular plan NAV is ₹164.7679, as of 18 Sept 2026.
What returns has Sundaram Focused Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Focused Multicap Fund) given?
Over the last year the Direct plan returned 2.25%, and 10.05% a year over 3 years. That places it 20 of 27 funds in its category over 3 years. Past returns do not guarantee future returns.
What is the expense ratio of Sundaram Focused Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Focused Multicap Fund)?
The Direct plan charges 1.05% a year, as disclosed on 31 Jul 2026. The fee is already taken out of the NAV, so the returns above are what you keep.
What is the minimum SIP amount in Sundaram Focused Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Focused Multicap Fund)?
You can start a monthly SIP with ₹100, or invest a lump sum of ₹300 or more.
How much has Sundaram Focused Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Focused Multicap Fund) fallen in the past?
Its deepest fall was 20.1% from 17 Jan 2022 to 20 Jun 2022. Of every one-year stretch in its history, 83% ended in a gain.
Which category does Sundaram Focused Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Focused Multicap Fund) belong to?
It is a Focused Fund from Sundaram Mutual Fund. Hold a concentrated portfolio of at most 30 stocks, so returns depend heavily on a few picks.
What is the difference between the Direct and Regular plan?
Both invest in the same portfolio. The Direct plan is bought straight from the fund house or a direct platform and has a lower expense ratio because no distributor commission is paid, so its NAV grows slightly faster over time.
How are gains from Sundaram Focused Fund (Formerly Known as Principal Focused Multicap Fund) taxed?
Gains are taxed as equity: sell within 12 months and the gain is short-term, taxed at 20%. Hold longer and it is long-term, taxed at 12.5% on gains above ₹1.25 lakh in a financial year, across all your equity investments.
Source: NAVs published by the fund house through AMFI. Mutual fund investments are subject to market risks; read all scheme-related documents carefully. Past performance does not guarantee future returns. This page is for information only and is not a recommendation to buy or sell.