Markets shake, money slows: Equity mutual funds see sharp dip in inflows

Investor caution gripped the Indian mutual fund market in May, with equity fund inflows plummeting to a one-year low. Geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices dampened sentiment, leading to a significant drop in net inflows. While SIPs offered stability, the broader industry saw substantial outflows, primarily from debt schemes, as investors adopted a wait-and-watch approach.