Equity mutual funds post mixed returns in Oct. 26-31 week
In short
Equity mutual funds had mixed results in the week of October 26 to 31, 2026. The summary says 572 of 628 schemes rose, while 56 fell.
Healthcare funds led the gains, and US technology funds were among the weakest. The report does not give all the fund numbers or explain why the moves happened.
What the reporting says
Equity mutual funds delivered mixed returns during October 26–31, 2026, with 572 of 628 schemes ending higher and 56 posting losses, according to an Economic Times Mutual Funds summary. Healthcare funds led gains, with Invesco India Pharma and Healthcare Fund cited among the winners, while international schemes, especially US technology funds, fell the most. The reporting does not provide fund-level performance figures beyond that ranking.
Why it matters
Equity mutual funds were reported to have mixed performance in the October 26–31, 2026 period, with 572 of 628 schemes closing higher and 56 ending lower. Healthcare funds led the week, while international schemes, especially US technology funds, saw the steepest declines. The source does not explain the drivers behind the moves or provide a broader market catalyst.