Inflows into equity funds drop in Oct even as markets rally

Summary: Equity inflows slowed to Rs 24,690 crore in October despite a 4.5 per cent rise in the BSE Sensex, signalling profit booking after recent gains. SIP contributions, though, hit a record Rs 29,529 crore, while hybrid and gold ETFs added balance to overall flows. Mutual fund inflows softened further in October 2025, even as the broader equity markets gained around 4.5 per cent during the month, suggesting that some investors may have booked profits after the recent rally. Equity schemes saw moderation in inflows for the fourth consecutive month, though hybrid funds showed signs of recovery. According to data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI), equity-oriented schemes logged net inflows of Rs 24,690 crore in October, down from Rs 30,421 crore in September. That said, SIP contributions climbed to Rs 29,529 crore, the highest mont