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How India's youngest pension fund gamed a falling market to outdo its older rivals

The article from LiveMint discusses the performance and investment strategy of the DSP NPS Equity Fund, managed by Ramneek Kundra. The fund, which is part of the National Pension System (NPS), has shown a remarkable performance with a 1-year return of 57.6% and a 3-year return of 22.5%, significantly outperforming its peers. Kundra's strategy involves a concentrated portfolio of 25-30 stocks, focusing on sectors like banking, finance, and consumer goods, with a notable emphasis on quality companies that can compound earnings over time. The fund's top holdings include major companies like HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank, reflecting a strong inclination towards financial stocks. Additionally, the fund has recently increased its exposure to consumer discretionary sectors, betting on the growth potential of these companies. The article also highlights the fund's approach to risk management, where despite the concentrated bets, the focus remains on companies with robust fundamentals and growth prospects, aiming to deliver superior long-term returns for pension investors.

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