A study on investors perception towards mutual fund – with special reference to coimbatore city

Mutual fund industry today is one of the most preferred investment options of all over the world. It plays a crucial role in the economic development of a country. Mutual fund active involvement can be seen by their dominant presence in the money market as well as capital market. They are also found very active in the stock market by way of ensuring stability as a supplier of large funds through steady absorption of floating stocks. An investor can invest directly in individual securities or indirectly through a financial intermediary. The study intends to identify the usage of schemes and level of risk on the basis of their income level. The findings of the study indicate that the majority of the selected respondents have used open ended scheme with moderate risk.