Bandhan MF Launches Gold, Silver ETF Funds Amidst Investor Demand
Overview
Bandhan Mutual Fund introduces two open-ended Fund of Funds (FoFs) for gold and silver ETFs. The New Fund Offers (NFOs) run from January 12-20, 2026. These schemes aim to simplify precious metal investment, eliminating demat account requirements and offering SIP options starting at ₹100.
Bandhan MF Unveils Gold and Silver ETF Fund Offerings
Bandhan Mutual Fund has launched two new open-ended schemes, the Bandhan Gold ETF FoF and the Bandhan Silver ETF FoF. These funds provide investors a simplified route to invest in precious metals through the mutual fund structure.
The New Fund Offers (NFOs) for both schemes will be open for subscription starting Monday, January 12, 2026, and will close on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Investors can participate via mutual fund distributors, online platforms, or directly. A minimum investment of ₹1,000 is required.
Addressing Investor Concerns
Vishal Kapoor, CEO of Bandhan AMC, highlighted the advantages of this Fund of Fund (FoF) structure. He noted that while gold and silver offer portfolio diversification, physical metal presents challenges related to purity, making charges, and storage. Traditional gold and silver ETFs typically necessitate a demat account, which can be a barrier for some investors.
Kapoor explained that the FoF structure circumvents the demat account requirement. It lowers the entry barrier significantly, allowing investments to begin with just ₹1,000. Furthermore, the schemes facilitate Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs), enabling investors to start with as little as ₹100 per month.
