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SIF Framework – A structured approach to 7 strategies

SEBI permits seven distinct strategy types
12 May 2026
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    SIF Framework A Structured Approach to 7 Strategies

    SEBI permits seven distinct strategy types, grouped into three broad categories, each designed to cater to different investment approaches and risk appetites.

    Equity-Oriented Strategies

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    1 Equity Long-Short Fund 2 Equity Ex-Top 100 Long-Short Fund 3 Sector Rotation Long-Short Fund
    Minimum 80 per cent allocation to equity and equity related instruments Minimum 65 per cent in stocks beyond the top 100 companies Minimum 80 per cent in up to 4 sectors
    Up to 25 per cent unhedged short exposure via derivative position in equity and equity related instruments Up to 25 per cent short exposure through unhedged derivative positions in equity and equity related instruments of other than large cap stocks Up to 25 per cent short exposure through unhedged derivative positions in equity and equity related instruments at sector level
    Flexibility to explore opportunities across market caps Focus on broader market opportunities beyond large caps Actively allocate to sectors based on market outlook

    Debt-Oriented Strategies

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    1 Debt Long-Short Fund 2 Sectoral Debt Long-Short Fund
    Invests primarily in debt instruments across Exposure to at least 2 debt sectors
    Can take short positions through unhedged using debt derivatives up to 25 per cent Maximum 75 per cent allocation per sector
    Seeks to benefit from interest rate movements and credit trends Up to 25 per cent short exposure through unhedged derivative positions in debt instruments
    Enables tactical positioning across fixed income segments

    Hybrid Strategies

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    1 Active Asset Allocator Long-Short Fund 2 Hybrid Long-Short Fund
    Dynamically allocates across equity and debt derivatives, REITs/InVITs and commodity derivative Minimum 25 per cent allocation each to equity and debt
    Up to 25 per cent short exposure through unhedged derivative positions in equity and debt instruments Up to 25 per cent short exposure through unhedged derivative positions in equity and debt instruments
    Designed for flexible, all-weather positioning Balanced approach with enhanced return potential

    Source: HSBC Asset Management India (HSBC Asset Management (India) Private Limited)
    Past performance may or may not be sustained in future and is not a guarantee of any future returns.
    Document intended for distribution in Indian jurisdiction only and not for outside India or to NRIs. HSBC AMC will not be liable for any breach if accessed by anyone outside India. For more details, click here.
    Investments in Specialized Investment Fund involves relatively higher risk including potential loss of capital, liquidity risk and market volatility. Please read all investment strategy related documents carefully before making the investment decision.