Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund
The fund is heavily positioned for financial sector strength, with banks representing nearly a quarter of the portfolio and the top holding—Clearing Corporation of India—suggesting conviction in market infrastructure plays tied to ESG credentials. Recent trimming of ICICI Bank and exits from underperformers like Tech Mahindra signal disciplined rebalancing, while new additions including TCS and NTPC indicate a shift toward quality large-caps with stronger sustainability profiles. The 13.8% cash buffer and concentrated top-10 weighting of 53% reflect a tactical, conviction-driven approach rather than diversified thematic exposure.
Portfolio analysis · April 2026
NAV & Returns
| Plan | NAV | 1M | 1Y | 3Y CAGR | 5Y CAGR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Growth | ₹21.8600 | — | — | — | — |
| Regular Growth | ₹20.2200 | -0.83% | -4.76% | +10.00% | +8.16% |
| Direct IDCW | ₹14.2900 | — | — | — | — |
| Regular IDCW | ₹13.2000 | — | — | — | — |
Portfolio Metrics(latest month)
vs Category Peers
Active Stock PickerActive Share = ½Σ|wfund − wpeer|, computed using leave-one-out peer portfolio within SEBI category.
Similar Funds in Category
What Changed2026-03-31 → 2026-04-30
| Stock | Weight |
|---|---|
| NTPC Limited | 2.23% |
| Tata Consultancy Services Limited | 1.91% |
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited | 1.69% |
| BSE Limited | 1.65% |
| The Indian Hotels Company Limited | 1.48% |
| Cummins India Limited | 1.47% |
| Mahindra & Mahindra Limited | 1.44% |
| TBO Tek Limited | 1.17% |
| Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited | 0.84% |
| IPCA Laboratories Limited | 0.54% |
Full Holdings
| # | Holding | % to NAV |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clearing Corporation of India Ltd | 13.70% |
| 2 | State Bank of India INE062A01020 | 6.78% |
| 3 | HDFC Bank Limited INE040A01034 | 6.44% |
| 4 | Bajaj Finance Limited INE296A01032 | 4.07% |
| 5 | Infosys Limited INE009A01021 | 4.06% |
| 6 | Reliance Industries Limited INE002A01018 | 3.88% |
| 7 | ICICI Bank Limited INE090A01021 | 3.65% |
| 8 | Axis Bank Limited INE238A01034 | 3.55% |
| 9 | JB Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Limited INE572A01036 | 3.31% |
| 10 | Titan Company Limited INE280A01028 | 3.27% |
| 11 | Maruti Suzuki India Limited INE585B01010 | 2.85% |
| 12 | Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited INE437A01024 | 2.64% |
| 13 | REC Limited INE020B01018 | 2.55% |
| 14 | Varun Beverages Limited INE200M01039 | 2.52% |
| 15 | Tata Consumer Products Limited INE192A01025 | 2.32% |
| 16 | CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited INE067A01029 | 2.28% |
| 17 | NTPC Limited INE733E01010 | 2.23% |
| 18 | Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited INE237A01036 | 1.95% |
| 19 | Tata Consultancy Services Limited INE467B01029 | 1.91% |
| 20 | Amber Enterprises India Limited INE371P01015 | 1.87% |
Sector Allocation
Top 10 sectors by % to NAV. Excludes derivatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many stocks does Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund hold?
Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund holds 42 stocks as per the latest AMFI portfolio disclosure. The top 5 positions account for 35.05% of NAV.
What is the largest holding in Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund?
The largest position in Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund is Clearing Corporation of India Ltd, accounting for 13.70% of NAV.
Is Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund a concentrated or diversified fund?
With a Gini coefficient of 0.416, Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund is well-diversified. The HHI concentration index is 45,531 bps, which is above the 2500 bps threshold for high concentration. The top 5 holdings together make up 35.05% of the portfolio.
What is the market cap allocation of Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund?
Based on SEBI's AMFI classification, Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund's equity portfolio is split as: Large Cap: 62.64%, Mid Cap: 9.01%, Small Cap: 12.65%. This reflects the fund's positioning within the market cap spectrum.
Which sectors does Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund invest in most?
Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund has the highest allocation to Banks (22.37%), IT - Software (7.44%), Finance (6.62%). The fund is invested across 21 sectors in total.
How actively managed is Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund compared to other Sectoral / Thematic funds?
Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund has an Active Share of 67.36%, classifying it as "Active Stock Picker" among 237 Sectoral / Thematic peers. This indicates a moderate level of differentiation from category peers.
What changed in Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund's portfolio in the latest month?
Between 2026-03-31 and 2026-04-30, Axis ESG Integration Strategy Fund added 10 new stocks (including NTPC Limited) and exited 7 stocks (including Gland Pharma Limited). Total holding count increased from 40 to 43 stocks.