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'SIFs will evolve into absolute return-oriented products'

An exclusive conversation with Kalpen Parekh, MD & CEO, DSP Mutual Fund

‘SIFs will evolve into absolute return-oriented products’

Model-driven vs human-led portfolios? At DSP, we approach investing through first principles—helping investors stay invested and grow their capital. We don’t see a sharp divide between rule-based and human-led approaches. A disciplined fund manager with a clear process often mirrors what rule-based systems aim to achieve. When that discipline translates into rules with nuance, it becomes powerful. There is room for both—human judgment and robust rule-based frameworks. As India’s investing culture matures, both will grow together, complementing each other. Early SIF launch: Aim and strategy? We already manage India’s largest hedge fund and have filed for our SIF business under the Endurance p

This article was originally published on October 21, 2025.

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