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When a mutual fund house launches a new scheme, investors get a limited period to subscribe before the scheme begins regular operations. This initial offering is called an NFO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, investing during the launch does not necessarily mean you are getting the fund at a lower value. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this blog, understand how NFO works, what it offers, and the risks involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>What is NFO in Mutual Funds?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

NFO’s full form is New Fund Offer.<\/strong> It is the initial subscription period during which an Asset Management Company (AMC) offers units of a new mutual fund scheme to investors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The AMC collects money from investors during this period and invests it according to the scheme\u2019s stated investment objective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>How Does an NFO Work?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An NFO follows a simple process from launch to investment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. The fund is announced:<\/strong> An AMC launches a new mutual fund scheme with a defined investment objective and strategy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. The NFO opens:<\/strong> Investors can apply for the scheme during a fixed subscription period.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Units are offered:<\/strong> During this period, units are generally available at \u20b910 each.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Money is invested:<\/strong> Once the NFO closes, the AMC uses the collected money to build the portfolio according to the scheme\u2019s objective.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. The fund becomes operational:<\/strong> After launch, the value of each unit is reflected through its NAV, which changes based on the value of the underlying investments.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    <\/span>What Is the NFO Price?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The NFO price<\/strong> is generally set at a face value of \u20b910 per unit<\/strong> during the subscription period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For example, if you invest \u20b910,000 in an NFO priced at \u20b910 per unit, you would receive 1,000 units, subject to the applicable scheme terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    However, a \u20b910 NFO price does not mean the fund is cheaper than an existing mutual fund with a higher NAV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For example, an existing mutual fund with an NAV of \u20b950 is not necessarily more expensive than an NFO available at \u20b910. The future value of both depends on the performance of their underlying investments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    <\/span>What are the Types of NFOs?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The types of NFOs can differ depending on the structure of the mutual fund scheme being launched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Open-Ended Funds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Open-ended funds allow investors to purchase or redeem units at the applicable NAV after the scheme opens for ongoing transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. Close-Ended Funds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Close-ended funds are available for subscription during the NFO period and operate for a defined tenure. Redemption and liquidity depend on the terms of the scheme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    3. Interval Funds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Interval funds combine features of open-ended and close-ended schemes. They allow investors to purchase or redeem units during specified transaction periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    <\/span>What are the Benefits of Investing in an NFO?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    An NFO investment can provide access to a newly launched strategy, theme or category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Some potential NFO benefits include the following –<\/p>\n\n\n\n