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Glossary
A benchmark index is a standard reference (like Nifty 50 or Sensex) against which a mutual fund’s or portfolio’s performance is measured.
The yardstick a fund compares itself against to show if it’s beating the market.
SEBI mandates every scheme to disclose its benchmark; alpha is the excess return generated over this benchmark after adjusting for risk.
A large-cap fund benchmarked to Nifty 50 is judged successful if it consistently beats the index’s returns.
The yardstick a fund compares itself against to show if it’s beating the market.
Benchmark Index helps you evaluate products, compare options, and make informed decisions aligned with goals, tax rules, and risk tolerance in the Indian financial system.