Long-Running Mutual Funds Celebrate 25 Years of Double-Digit Growth

A new Economic Times analysis showed that 50 Indian mutual-fund schemes completed 25 years in 2025, posting average compound annual growth between 11.5% and 18.3%. Eight ELSS tax-saving funds achieved returns above 23% per year since inception. Experts said disciplined SIP contributions and equity-heavy allocations drove long-term wealth creation. Among top performers were HDFC Equity Fund, ICICI Value Discovery, and Franklin India Bluechip. The findings reaffirm mutual funds’ role in sustained retail wealth generation despite market volatility.