{"id":212,"date":"2024-09-21T10:05:58","date_gmt":"2024-09-21T10:05:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/?p=212"},"modified":"2024-09-21T10:05:59","modified_gmt":"2024-09-21T10:05:59","slug":"how-net-asset-value-nav-in-mutual-funds-is-calculated","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/how-net-asset-value-nav-in-mutual-funds-is-calculated\/","title":{"rendered":"NAV (Net Asset Value) in Mutual Funds| What Investors Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\"><\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/how-net-asset-value-nav-in-mutual-funds-is-calculated\/#What_is_Net_Asset_Value_NAV\" >What is Net Asset Value (NAV)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/how-net-asset-value-nav-in-mutual-funds-is-calculated\/#Why_is_NAV_in_Mutual_Funds_Important\" >Why is NAV in Mutual Funds Important?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/how-net-asset-value-nav-in-mutual-funds-is-calculated\/#NAV_Calculation\" >NAV Calculation<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/how-net-asset-value-nav-in-mutual-funds-is-calculated\/#Example_of_NAV_Calculation\" >Example of NAV Calculation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/how-net-asset-value-nav-in-mutual-funds-is-calculated\/#How_to_Use_Net_Asset_Value_in_Mutual_Funds\" >How to Use Net Asset Value in Mutual Funds<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/how-net-asset-value-nav-in-mutual-funds-is-calculated\/#How_is_the_Applicable_NAV_Calculated\" >How is the Applicable NAV Calculated?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/how-net-asset-value-nav-in-mutual-funds-is-calculated\/#Liquid_FundsOvernight_Funds\" >Liquid Funds\/Overnight Funds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/how-net-asset-value-nav-in-mutual-funds-is-calculated\/#All_Other_Schemes\" >All Other Schemes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/how-net-asset-value-nav-in-mutual-funds-is-calculated\/#What_is_the_Impact_of_NAV_on_Fund_Performance\" >What is the Impact of NAV on Fund Performance?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/how-net-asset-value-nav-in-mutual-funds-is-calculated\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/how-net-asset-value-nav-in-mutual-funds-is-calculated\/#FAQs_What_is_NAV_in_Mutual_Funds\" >FAQs| What is NAV in Mutual Funds<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div class=\"yoast-breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/\">Home<\/a><\/span> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/investing\/\">Investing<\/a><\/span> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/investing\/mutual-funds\/\">Mutual Funds<\/a><\/span> \u00bb <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\"><strong>NAV (Net Asset Value) in Mutual Funds| What Investors Need to Know<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Investing in mutual funds is a well-known way to grow your wealth and earn regular returns. A key element in managing these investments is understanding the NAV, or Net Asset Value, of your fund. What is NAV in Mutual Funds?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NAV value helps you decide the right time to buy, hold, or sell your mutual fund units. It also helps you align your investment strategy with current market trends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What\u2019s NAV, or net asset value, exactly, and what is the net asset value formula?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s explore!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-what-is-net-asset-value-nav\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Net_Asset_Value_NAV\"><\/span>What is Net Asset Value (NAV)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Net Asset Value is the per-unit price of a mutual fund. It\u2019s calculated by dividing the total value of the fund\u2019s assets minus its liabilities by the number of outstanding units. NAV represents the value of each share in the mutual fund and is updated daily based on the fund&#8217;s total assets and liabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In short, NAV tells you how much each share or unit of the mutual fund is worth at the end of each trading day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since the market value of investments changes daily, the NAV also changes every day. You can find the NAV of mutual fund schemes on the mutual funds&#8217; websites and AMFI\u2019s website every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike stocks, whose prices change every minute due to the stock market, NAVs of mutual fund schemes are updated only once at the end of each trading day after the market closes, as per SEBI Mutual Fund Regulations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/trading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#d79b30\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Invest in Mutual Funds with Zero Brokerage! Explore over 3,000 direct mutual funds today.<\/mark><\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The units of mutual fund schemes (except for Liquid &amp; Overnight funds) are given based on the NAV that will be declared at the end of the day, according to the closing market value of the investments in the fund.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A mutual fund might accept applications after the cut-off time, but you will receive the NAV for the next business day. The cut-off time rules also apply when redeeming units.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-why-is-nav-in-mutual-funds-important\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_NAV_in_Mutual_Funds_Important\"><\/span>Why is NAV in Mutual Funds Important?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NAV helps you understand how much each unit of the mutual fund is worth at a given time. It is a crucial metric for mutual fund investors for several reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>NAV reflects the fund&#8217;s current market value. It helps investors track their investments&#8217; performance over time. By comparing NAV at different points, investors can see how well the fund is doing.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.etmoney.com\/learn\/mutual-funds\/what-is-a-nav\/\">\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NAV value shows the fair value of the mutual fund&#8217;s holdings per share on a given date. This helps investors understand the intrinsic value of their investments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By comparing the NAV of mutual fund with the market price, you can easily understand if the fund is overvalued or undervalued.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NAV allows investors to compare different mutual funds. By looking at NAV alongside other factors like past performance, expense ratios, and fund manager strategies, investors can choose the best fund for their needs.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smallcase.com\/learn\/nav-net-asset-value\/\">\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For <strong>open-end mutual funds<\/strong>, NAV is typically declared daily. This provides a regular update on the fund&#8217;s value.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In summary<\/strong>, NAV is a comprehensive indicator of a mutual fund&#8217;s health and performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-nav-calculation\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NAV_Calculation\"><\/span>NAV Calculation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To calculate the NAV, you can use the below-mentioned formula:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NAV= Total Value of Assets\u2212Total Liabilities\/ Total Number of Outstanding Units\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Total Value of Assets<\/strong>: This is the combined value of all investments owned by the mutual fund. It includes stocks, bonds, and other securities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total Liabilities<\/strong>: These are the fund\u2019s debts or obligations, such as management fees or expenses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total Number of Outstanding Units<\/strong>: This refers to the total number of units or shares that investors hold in the mutual fund.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-example-of-nav-calculation-\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Example_of_NAV_Calculation\"><\/span><strong>Example of NAV Calculation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s say a mutual fund has the following details:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Total Value of Assets<\/strong>: \u20b91,000,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total Liabilities<\/strong>: \u20b9100,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total Number of Outstanding Units<\/strong>: 50,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, calculate the Net Assets:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Net Assets= &nbsp; Total Value of Assets\u2212Total Liabilities Net Assets=&nbsp; \u20b91,000,000\u2212\u20b9100,000=\u20b9900,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, calculate the NAV:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NAV Formula = Net Assets\/ Total Number of Outstanding Units<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">900000\/ 50000<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NAV= \u20b918<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, the NAV of the mutual fund is \u20b918 per unit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-how-to-use-net-asset-value-in-mutual-funds\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Use_Net_Asset_Value_in_Mutual_Funds\"><\/span>How to Use Net Asset Value in Mutual Funds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you buy units of a mutual fund, you pay the NAV price per unit. When you sell, you receive the NAV price per unit at that time. This means the price you pay or receive is based on the current NAV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most of the investors often use NAV to track the performance of a mutual fund.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A rising NAV indicates that the value of the fund\u2019s assets is increasing, which generally means good performance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the other hand, a falling NAV might suggest poor performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-how-is-the-applicable-nav-calculated-\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_the_Applicable_NAV_Calculated\"><\/span><strong>How is the Applicable NAV Calculated?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how the Applicable NAV is calculated for different scenarios:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Type of Scheme<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Time of Application<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Funds Available<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>NAV Applied<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Liquid Funds\/Overnight Funds<\/strong><\/td><td>Up to 1:30 p.m.<\/td><td>Before 1:30 p.m. without credit facility<\/td><td>Closing NAV of the day before the application received<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>After 1:30 p.m.<\/td><td>On the same day without credit facility<\/td><td>Closing NAV of the day before the next business day<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Any time<\/td><td>Not available before 1:30 p.m.<\/td><td>Closing NAV of the day before funds are available<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Redemption<\/strong><\/td><td>Up to 3:00 p.m.<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><td>Closing NAV of the day before the next business day<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>After 3:00 p.m.<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><td>Closing NAV of the next business day<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>All Other Schemes<\/strong><\/td><td>Up to 3:00 p.m.<\/td><td>Available before 3:00 p.m.<\/td><td>Closing NAV of the day on which the application was received<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>After 3:00 p.m.<\/td><td>Available<\/td><td>Closing NAV of the next business day<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>Any time<\/td><td>Not available before 3:00 p.m.<\/td><td>Closing NAV of the day when funds become available<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Redemption<\/strong><\/td><td>Up to 3:00 p.m.<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><td>Closing NAV of the day on which the application was received<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>After 3:00 p.m.<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><td>Closing NAV of the next business day<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-liquid-fundsovernight-funds\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Liquid_FundsOvernight_Funds\"><\/span>Liquid Funds\/Overnight Funds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Here are the details of the subscription:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Applications Received Up to 1:30 p.m.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the application is received by 1:30 p.m. and the funds are available for use before 1:30 p.m. without using any credit facility, you will get the closing NAV of the day before the application was received.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Applications Received After 1:30 p.m.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the application is received after 1:30 p.m. and the funds are available for use on the same day without using any credit facility, you will get the closing NAV of the day before the next business day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Funds Not Available Before 1:30 p.m.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the application is received (whether before or after 1:30 p.m.) and the funds are not available for use before 1:30 p.m. without using any credit facility, you will get the closing NAV of the day before the day when the funds become available for use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Redemption:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Applications Received Up to 3:00 p.m.:<\/strong> If the application is received by 3:00 p.m., you will get the closing NAV of the day before the next business day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Applications Received After 3:00 p.m.:<\/strong> If the application is received after 3:00 p.m., you will get the closing NAV of the next business day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-all-other-schemes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"All_Other_Schemes\"><\/span>All Other Schemes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Here are the details of the subscription:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Applications Received Up to 3:00 p.m.:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the application is received by 3:00 p.m. and the funds are available for use before 3:00 p.m., you will get the closing NAV of the day on which the application was received.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Applications Received After 3:00 p.m.:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the application is received after 3:00 p.m. and the funds are available for use, you will get the closing NAV of the next business day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Funds Not Available Before 3:00 p.m.:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the application is received (whether before or after 3:00 p.m.) and the funds are not available for use before 3:00 p.m., you will get the closing NAV of the day when the funds become available for use before the cut-off time of 3:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Redemption:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Applications Received Up to 3:00 p.m.:<\/strong> If the application is received by 3:00 p.m., you will get the closing NAV of the day on which the application was received.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Applications Received After 3:00 p.m.:<\/strong> If the application is received after 3:00 p.m., you will get the closing NAV of the next business day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-what-is-the-impact-of-nav-on-fund-performance-\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Impact_of_NAV_on_Fund_Performance\"><\/span><strong>What is the Impact of NAV on Fund Performance?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Until now, we read that NAV in Mutual Funds shows the daily performance level after the closing hours. So now, let\u2019s see how it is relevant to investors\u2019 decision-making and whether the lower NAV in Mutual Funds is good or bad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the value of NAV is lesser, then it should not be interpreted as a cheaper investment option because NAV alone is not an indicator of the performance of funds, as it shows just the past performances. So, when making a decision, consider other factors that affect investments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-conclusion-\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The NAV(Net Asset Value) in a Mutual Fund fund is helpful in determining how the fund performs consistently. Before investing, you must consider the fund\u2019s current cost and historical performance, among other factors.\u00a0 Once you&#8217;re familiar with these factors, you can start investing with a<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/onelink.to\/aw8e9m\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#d79b30\" class=\"has-inline-color\">free demat account.<\/mark><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-faqs-what-is-nav-in-mutual-funds\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_What_is_NAV_in_Mutual_Funds\"><\/span>FAQs| What is NAV in Mutual Funds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1726912330176\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>1. What is the Net Asset Value (NAV) of Mutual Funds?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The Net Asset Value (NAV) of mutual funds is the per-unit price of the fund. It represents the value of each share or unit of the mutual fund.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1726912337064\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>2. What is NAV in Mutual Funds?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">NAV, or Net Asset Value, in mutual funds represents the value per share of the fund. It is updated daily based on the fund\u2019s total assets and liabilities. NAV value shows you how much each share is worth at the end of each trading day.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1726912356809\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>3. Is a higher or lower NAV better?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A higher or lower NAV doesn\u2019t necessarily mean a fund is better or worse. It\u2019s just the price per unit. What really matters is how the fund performs and grows over time.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1726912357295\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">4. <strong>What does NAV tell you?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">NAV tells you the value of each share in a mutual fund. It\u2019s calculated by deducting the fund\u2019s liabilities from its assets and dividing by the number of shares.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1726912384353\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">5. <strong>What happens if NAV increases?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">When NAV goes up, it usually means the fund is doing well. This often leads to higher profits for investors as the value of the fund\u2019s assets grows.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1726912395841\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">6. What is a good NAV in mutual fund?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A good NAV for a mutual fund isn&#8217;t about a specific number. It should rather aligns with your investment goals and strategy. 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