Do Mid-cap SIPs Really Achieve 17.4% XIRR Over 10 Years?

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Key Takeaways
- Mid-cap SIPs have proven to be a reliable investment choice over the long term.
- 17.4% XIRR is achievable with mid-cap investments.
- Investing consistently, even in small amounts, can lead to significant returns.
- Switching strategies may yield lower returns compared to remaining invested in mid-caps.
- Frequency of SIPs does not significantly impact overall returns.
New Delhi, Oct 23 (NationPress) Mid-cap equity stands out as the preferred segment for long-term Systematic Investment Plans (SIP), showcasing a strong potential to yield between 8 to 10 percent returns over extended periods, according to a report released on Thursday.
A comprehensive analysis of 10-year monthly rolling returns for large-cap, mid-cap, and small-cap SIP investments revealed that mid-cap investments consistently outperformed, as indicated by a report from asset management firm WhiteOak Capital.
The Nifty Midcap 150 TRI exhibited remarkable performance, achieving average and median returns of 17.4 percent and 17.9 percent, respectively.
This index recorded 100 percent positive outcomes over a decade, delivering returns exceeding 10 percent in 98 percent of instances, more than 12 percent in 95 percent, and above 15 percent in 79 percent of periods, as reported.
The analysis noted that an investor initiating a SIP in the mid-cap index and annually transitioning to the top-performing index from the previous year could achieve an XIRR (Extended Internal Rate of Return) of 15.24 percent by September 30, 2025. Conversely, staying invested in the mid-cap index would yield an XIRR of 17.30 percent within the same timeframe.
WhiteOak highlighted that over a decade, the consistent mid-cap strategy averaged a 17.43 percent XIRR, compared to 15.62 percent from the switching strategy.
While large-cap stocks tend to show lower volatility and offer portfolio stability, mid-cap stocks have outshone their peers in terms of returns across various durations.
The asset management firm found that the frequency of SIPs—whether daily, weekly, or monthly—had minimal long-term impact on returns.
“The primary takeaway from this analysis is to concentrate on making small, regular investments for the long haul,” it emphasized.