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Quant Small Cap Fund Portfolio Update: Stocks Bought & Sold
The Quant Small Cap Fund, one of the largest schemes managed by Quant Mutual Fund, made several portfolio changes in February 2026. The fund added new stocks, increased exposure to select companies, and reduced holdings in a few others as part of its regular portfolio rebalancing strategy.
During the month, the fund showed interest in sectors such as banking, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods, indicating a shift in allocation towards these segments.
Stocks Added by Quant Small Cap Fund (February)
| Company | Shares Purchased |
|---|---|
| Manappuram Finance | 73.85 lakh shares |
| ICICI Bank | 42.65 lakh shares |
| HDFC Bank | 13.95 lakh shares |
| Aurobindo Pharma | Added |
| Emami | Added |
| OneSource Specialty Pharma | Added |
| Sudeep Pharma | Added |
These additions highlight the fund’s increasing focus on financial services and healthcare companies, which are considered strong growth sectors in the current market environment.
Stocks Where Stake Was Reduced
| Company | Action |
|---|---|
| Jio Financial Services | Stake reduced significantly |
| Aegis Logistics | Stake trimmed |
| BASF India | Stake trimmed |
| Minda Corporation | Stake trimmed |
The biggest reduction was seen in Jio Financial Services, where the fund sold about 2.95 crore shares, lowering its total holding compared with the previous month.
Stocks Where Exposure Increased
| Company | Action |
|---|---|
| Black Box | Stake increased |
| Capri Global Capital | Stake increased |
| Marathon Nextgen Realty | Stake increased |
| Ventive Hospitality | Stake increased |
Among these, Capri Global Capital saw one of the largest additions as the fund increased its holdings by around 15.08 lakh shares.
Stocks Completely Exited
| Company | Action |
|---|---|
| Stanley Lifestyles | Full exit |
The fund completely exited Stanley Lifestyles by selling its entire stake during February.
Fund Portfolio Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Stocks in Portfolio | 100 |
| Previous Month Holdings | 94 |
| Assets Under Management (AUM) | ₹27,654 crore |
| Benchmark Index | NIFTY Smallcap 250 TRI |
The fund expanded its portfolio to 100 stocks in February from 94 in January, showing a broader diversification strategy.
Disclaimer – The fund’s investment objective, asset allocation, and risk profile are as described in the scheme offer documents, and investor shall read carefully before investing. All information has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable; however, no guarantee, warranty, or representation is made regarding its accuracy, completeness, or adequacy. Portfolio construction, execution strategies, and the use of permitted instruments are based on prevailing market conditions and subject to SEBI Mutual Funds regulations. Any income distributions are subject to applicable tax laws, which may change from time to time. Investors should consult their financial and tax advisors regarding applicable laws, investment horizon, and suitability of the Scheme.