Multi-asset funds score big as gold, REITs and InvITs boost returns

Multi-asset funds have outperformed the Nifty over recent one and three-year periods. Strong returns from precious metals and REITs aided this category's performance. These funds offer flexibility to shift allocations based on market conditions. Retail investor interest has surged, making them a fast-growing mutual fund category. Fund managers' track record in rebalancing assets is crucial for investors.