Synopsis: This article highlights that in one year, Axis Mutual Fund’s international schemes have outperformed the international equity category with returns up to 62.7%.
International mutual funds have started to attract investor interest at this time due to global equity markets showing improvement in technology, innovation, and Chinese market sectors. Axis Mutual Fund’s overseas schemes have emerged among the better-performing international funds, as they outperformed the international equity category average. The substantial increase in global growth-oriented industries, which includes technology and innovation-based companies, enabled these funds to achieve better returns.
Why Did These Axis International Funds Deliver Strong Returns?
The international mutual funds achieved their strong performance because of two main factors. The recovery of Chinese and Hong Kong equities and the global technology rally together with AI-related stock surges. Semiconductor business expansion and innovation-driven company growth and rising global investor interest in international stocks and the recovery of growth sectors across international markets. The international trends that extended to multiple countries helped Axis’s international schemes to outperform the broader international equity mutual fund category
Top Axis International Mutual Funds
1. Axis Greater China Equity Fund of Fund
- NAV: ₹12.69
- AUM: ₹3,049.11 Cr
- Expense Ratio: 0.40%
- Exit Load: 1% (within 1 year)
- Performance Snapshot
- 1-Year Return: 62.7%
- 3-Year CAGR: 20.7%
- Category Comparison (1-Year)
- Fund 1-Year Return: 62.7%
- Equity international Category Average: 29.5%
- Outperformance: +33.2 percentage points
2. Axis Global Innovation Fund of Fund
- NAV: ₹18.92
- AUM: ₹656.06 Cr
- Expense Ratio: 0.74%
- Exit Load: 1% (within 1 year)
- Performance Snapshot
- 1-Year Return: 42.3%
- 3-Year CAGR: 26.0%
- Category Comparison (1-Year)
- Fund 1-Year Return: 42.3%
- Equity international Category Average: 29.5%
- Outperformance: +12.8 percentage points
3. Axis Global Equity Alpha Fund of Fund
- NAV: ₹24.46
- AUM: ₹1,859.19 Cr
- Expense Ratio: 0.69%
- Exit Load: 1% (within 1 year)
- Performance Snapshot
- 1-Year Return: 36.3%
- 3-Year CAGR: 24.7%
- Category Comparison (1-Year)
- Fund 1-Year Return: 36.3%
- Equity international Category Average: 29.5%
- Outperformance: +6.8 percentage points
Also read: 4 International Mutual Funds that Delivered Up to 90% Returns in One Year: US Tech, Energy & More
Comparison Table: Axis International Mutual Funds
Note: NAV, AUM, and expense ratios are sourced from Groww as of 6th May 2026.
Important Update: Fresh SIPs & STPs Temporarily Suspended: Axis Mutual Fund has temporarily suspended fresh SIPs, STPs, and lump-sum investments together with switch-ins for specific international schemes from May 6, 2026, due to the overseas investment limits. However, existing SIPs and STPs registered earlier will continue as usual.
Key Takeaways
- Axis international funds significantly outperformed the international equity category average
- China-focused and innovation-led funds delivered the strongest gains
- International funds continue to offer portfolio diversification opportunities
- Fresh SIPs and STPs are temporarily suspended due to regulatory overseas investment limits
- Investors should focus on long-term global diversification instead of short-term return chasing
Conclusion
The international investment schemes of Axis Mutual Fund achieved significant returns during the period when global technology, innovation sectors, and China-based stocks began to recover. The Axis Greater China Equity Fund of Funds achieved the highest performance by delivering a return of 62.7% over one year.
Written By Ameet S
Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as financial advice or investment recommendation. Returns mentioned are based on historical performance and may not be sustained in the future. Mutual fund investments are subject to market risks, including potential loss of capital. Investors are advised to assess their risk appetite and financial goals and to consult a certified financial advisor before investing.
