About Company
Quant Mutual Fund
Quant Mutual Fund is an Indian asset management company that rose to prominence after acquiring Escorts Mutual Fund in 2018, led by its founder and CIO, Sandeep Tandon. The firm is built on a "quantamental" foundation, blending quantitative data with human judgment through its proprietary VLRT framework (Valuation, Liquidity, Risk Appetite, and Timing). Unlike traditional "buy-and-hold" fund houses, Quant follows a highly active, sector-agnostic strategy that relies on predictive analytics to capture momentum and manage risk. This dynamic approach has allowed the AMC to grow its assets to nearly ₹89,000 crore, driven by top-tier performance in its Small Cap and Multi-Asset schemes.
Fund Snapshot
| Category | Hybrid Long-Short Fund |
|---|---|
| Benchmark | NIFTY 50 Hybrid Composite Debt 50:50 Index |
| Subscription | Daily (Business Days Only) |
| Inception Date | 25 October 2025 |
| SIF ID | SIF-7 |
| Type | Interval Strategy |
Strategy Overview
This fund follows a hybrid long-short approach, combining equity, debt, and selective derivative exposure.
Here’s how it works:
- Maintains balanced allocation between equity and debt (minimum 25% each)
- Uses short derivative positions (up to 25%) for:
- Enhancing returns
- Managing downside risks
It’s designed to stay flexible—capturing growth when markets rise and managing risk when they don’t.
Objective
The fund aims to strike a balance between growth and income, without going all-in on one side.
- Generate capital appreciation through equity exposure
- Earn regular income via debt instruments
- Use derivatives to optimize returns and control volatility
Redemption Details
This is an interval strategy, so liquidity follows a fixed schedule:
- Redemption available: Every Tuesday & Wednesday
- If either day is a non-business day → next business day applies
This structure allows the fund to manage positions efficiently without disrupting the overall strategy.
Portfolio Allocation
| Asset Class | Instrument Type | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Equity | Nifty 50 | 25% |
| Debt | Government Bonds | 25% |
| Commodity | Gold Futures | 0% |
| REITs / InvITs | Real Estate & Infrastructure Trusts | 15% |
| Equity (Short) | Banking Sector Futures | 10% |
| Debt (Short) | Pharma Sector Futures | 15% |
| Cash | Liquid / Cash Equivalents | 10% |
| Total | — | 100% |
Investments Made for You, Not Just the Market
Most investors either chase returns or play it too safe. This fund tries to sit right in the middle—with intent.
At AltPort Funds, the focus stays on:
- What you’re investing for
- How long you’re staying invested
- How much risk you’re actually comfortable taking
Not just market noise.
The idea is straightforward—your portfolio should evolve with your life, not just market cycles.
Because reacting to every market move rarely builds long-term wealth.
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Sandeep Tandon
Sandeep Tandon is the Founder and Chief Investment Officer (CIO) of Quant Mutual Fund, with over 27 years of experience in the Indian capital markets. An MBA in Finance, he began his career in 1992 at the Economic Times Research Bureau before holding pivotal roles at GIC Mutual Fund, ICICI Securities, and Kotak Securities, where he was instrumental in setting up equity derivatives desks. Tandon is widely recognised for pioneering the VLRT investment framework—a proprietary model focusing on Valuation, Liquidity, Risk Appetite, and Timing—which moves away from traditional "buy-and-hold" strategies toward dynamic, predictive analytics. Under his leadership, the AMC has grown its assets to nearly ₹89,000 crore by early 2026
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QSIF aims to deliver a balance of capital appreciation and income by investing across equities, debt instruments, and derivative strategies. The fund seeks to generate growth through equity exposure while using debt and derivatives to support income generation and risk management.
The strategy maintains exposure to both equity and debt markets while using short derivative positions of up to 25% to hedge risks and capitalize on market opportunities. This flexible approach allows the fund to adapt to changing market conditions.
The portfolio is allocated across 25% equities, 25% government bonds, 15% REITs/InvITs, 10% short equity positions, 15% short debt-related positions, and 10% cash and liquid instruments. This diversified structure aims to create multiple return drivers.
As an interval strategy, QSIF offers redemption opportunities every Tuesday and Wednesday. If either redemption day falls on a non-business day, redemption requests are processed on the next business day.
QSIF may be suitable for investors seeking a diversified investment approach that combines growth, income, and active risk management. The fund's blend of equity, debt, and derivative strategies can help reduce reliance on a single asset class for returns.
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