Our Funds / Debt Funds

Bandhan Long Duration Fund - Direct Plan

An open ended long term debt scheme investing in instruments such that the Macaulay duration of the portfolio is greater than 7 years with Relatively High Interest Rate Risk and Relatively Low Credit Risk.

DebtInception Date:20/03/2024
Ask an Advisor

What is a Long Duration Fund?

Planning for long-term goals, such as your child’s education or a major financial milestone? A long-duration fund aims to help by investing in debt and money market securities with maturities exceeding seven years.

A long duration fund is a debt scheme that invests in debt and money market securities with a Macaulay duration of over seven years. These debt securities may include G-Secs, securitized debt, and instruments like commercial papers and treasury bills, offering relatively high interest rate risk but low credit risk.

The Bandhan Long Duration Fund primarily invests in debt and money market securities, with limited diversification across asset classes. This focus increases the fund’s exposure to interest rate risk and makes it sensitive to interest rate fluctuations.

Long duration mutual funds may be exposed to reinvestment risk, as interest rates at maturity may differ from the original bond coupon. Additionally, long duration debt funds face risks such as basis risk, spread risk, and liquidity risk.

  • Min Investment 1,000
  • Min SIP Amount 100
  • Exit Load

    Nil

Select

This scheme has not completed one year.

NAV 10.6450 as on 30/11/20241 Day Change: 0.00(0.02%)

Scheme is suitable for a minimum investment horizon of more than 3 years

Tier 1 Benchmark : NIFTY Long Duration Debt Index A-IIIAlternate Benchmark :

This is a new scheme and required performance data is not yet available.

This fund is managed by Mr. Gautam Kaul (w.e.f 20/03/2024)

View fund performance of other funds managed by Mr. Gautam Kaul

Past performance may or may not be sustained in future.
Regular and Direct Plans have different expense structure. Direct Plan shall have a lower expense ratio excluding distribution expenses, commission expenses etc.

Taxation:

For taxation, please refer the link :  https://bit.ly/46xQzi1

Bandhan Long Duration Fund

(Scheme Risk-o-meter)

Investors understand that their principal will be at Moderate Risk.

NIFTY Long Duration Debt Index A-III

(Tier 1 Benchmark Risk-o-meter)

This product is suitable for investors who are seeking*: 

▪ To generate wealth over long term. 

▪ Investment across  Debt & Money Market Securities such that the macaulay duration of the portfolio is greater than 7 years

Who Should Invest in Long Duration Debt Funds?

Long duration funds, with their Macaulay duration of over seven years, are ideal for investors with a long-term investment horizon.

The Bandhan Long Duration Fund, which carries interest rate, spread, and reinvestment risks, is moderately risky and suitable for investors with a moderate risk appetite.

This fund may not suit investors seeking broad diversification, as it primarily invests in debt and money market securities.

This long-term debt fund is suitable for investors aiming for wealth creation over an extended period, but it may not be ideal for those with short-term goals.

FAQs on Long Duration Funds

What is the meaning of Long Duration Funds?

A Long Duration Fund is a debt scheme that invests in debt and money market securities with a Macaulay duration of over 7 years. These securities have a high interest rate risk and low credit risk.

Are debt funds for the long term a risky investment?

Long Duration debt funds are categorised as moderately risky investments. They may be vulnerable to interest rate risk, re-investment risk, liquidity risk, spread risk, basis risk etc.

Are the returns of a Long Duration Mutual Funds high?

The returns of a long duration fund depend on several factors including, the performance of the benchmark index, interest rates, market factors etc. While long duration debt funds aim to aid long-term wealth creation, returns are not guaranteed.

What is the asset allocation of Long Duration Funds?

Long duration debt funds are mandated to allocate the majority of their assets to debt and money market securities with a high-interest rate risk and low credit risk. These securities must have a Macaulay duration of over 7 years and may include G-Sec securities, securitized debt, commercial papers, commercial bills, treasury bills, etc.

How long should you stay invested in Long Duration Funds?

Long Duration debt funds invest in securities with a Macaulay duration of over 7 years. It is recommended to stay invested in these funds for at least 7 years. Investors should consult a financial advisor for personalized financial advice.

What are the benefits of Long Duration Funds?

Long Duration debt funds may aid long-term wealth creation for investors with an investment horizon of over 7 years. Moreover, these funds invest in fixed-income securities and may be suitable for investors with a moderate risk tolerance.

*Investors should consult their financial advisers if in doubt about whether the product is suitable for them.