Mumbai: Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund in India on Thursday announced shutting down of six of its yield oriented managed credit funds owing to the severe illiquidity and redemption pressures caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. "We explored all the possibilities to save the interest of investors after careful analysis we have arrived at this decision.
This is to ensure orderly and equitable exit of investors without having to sell in the illiquid market," said Sanjay Sapre, President, Franklin Templeton - India in a select media call.
The funds include -- Franklin India Low Duration Fund, Dynamic Accrual Fund, Credit Risk Fund, Short Term Income Plan, Ultra Short Term Bond Plan and Income Opportunities Fund.