Invest With Integrity: Quantum Ethical Fund Launches
Quantum AMC has launched the Quantum Ethical Fund, an open-ended equity fund focusing on companies adhering to ethical principles for long-term capital growth. Managed by Chirag Mehta, the fund promotes ethical investment decisions aligning with diverse ideologies such as Shariah and Jainism, while excluding harmful sectors.
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Quantum AMC has unveiled the Quantum Ethical Fund, a new venture designed for conscientious investors. This open-ended equity fund primarily targets companies that adhere to ethical principles, with aims of achieving long-term capital appreciation. Spearheaded by Chirag Mehta, the Chief Investment Officer, the fund promises significant alignment with investor values.
The Quantum Ethical Fund aims to invest between 80-100% in equity and related instruments of ethically principled companies, and up to 20% in debt and money market instruments. The fund observes guidelines inspired by Shariah and Jainism, excluding sectors deemed harmful, such as gambling, alcohol, and industries linked with animal testing.
In a statement, Mr. Chirag Mehta emphasized that the fund offers a strategic option for investors to align their investments with their personal beliefs, while delivering risk-adjusted, high-quality returns. Additionally, Mr. I. V. Subramaniam noted the fund's utility for socially conscientious investors in seeking sound investment opportunities.
(With inputs from agencies.)