Sebi probes surge in thematic mutual fund schemes amid NFO arbitrage

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is investigating the surge in thematic mutual fund launches, which raised about ₹80,000 crore in 2024. Sebi chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch mentioned an incentive-driven arbitrage in the proliferation, with thematic funds now managing assets worth ₹4.63 lakh crore.