Learn how to easily check your SIP status through online portals, mobile apps, or customer support. Track your investment performance and stay on top of your financial goals.
A Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) allows you to invest fixed amounts in mutual funds regularly, enhancing savings and wealth creation. SIPs are a popular choice in the UAE for their flexibility and potential to build a diversified portfolio.
In many scenarios, investors may want to stop their SIPs or even switch to another one. This may happen for several reasons, such as due to underperformance, changing financial goals, or better opportunities. Let’s see how to switch SIP from one fund to another.
When investing in mutual funds, you typically choose between lump sum or SIPs. For lump sum investments, switching is not a concern. You simply sell your units and reinvest in a differents fund..
Let’s see how switching mutual funds works for SIPs.
For SIPs, while you cannot switch between SIPs directly, you can switch between mutual funds within the same mutual fund houseHere is how you can do it:
Fill out the mutual fund switch form and provide all the necessary information.
To get a new mutual fund, you must sell the existing fund. Further, invest the total amount in the new mutual fund you wish to invest in. Once you redeem and receive the funds from the existing fund, complete the application process for the new fund.
Total Value
(Invested Amount + Est. returns)
Given below are the different ways to switch mutual funds in the UAE:
Note: You can get this process done through an agent, broker, or a distributor.
Here are some points you must take into account when planning to switch your mutual funds:
Before switching mutual funds, it is important to identify the reason for the change. Whether it is due to underperformance, changes in financial goals, or market conditions, understanding the underlying cause ensures that the decision aligns with your investment strategy. This helps avoid impulsive decisions that could affect your financial growth.
Exit loads are charges incurred when redeeming or switching mutual funds before a specific time. Evaluating these fees is essential as they can impact your returns. Consider the associated costs carefully to ensure switching doesn’t result in unnecessary financial loss or reduced investment value.
Ensure the new mutual fund aligns with your financial goals, risk appetite, and other necessary factors. A thorough analysis of its past performance, fund manager expertise, and portfolio composition is crucial to confirm it suits your needs better than the existing fund.