ALTPORT Investor Presentation: AIF & PMS Investment Guide
Explore professional investment strategies in India, covering AIF, PMS, and wealth creation for family offices and UHNI. Learn about the 3i selection framework.
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AIF & PMS Universe
Mutual Funds vs Alternates
Process-Driven Wealth Creation
Structured Products & Unlisted Investments
Gift City – International Investments
Exploring the Universe
<strong style='color:#E67E22'>Alternative Investment Fund (AIF):</strong> Pooled investment funds focusing on alternative asset classes beyond traditional stocks and bonds, such as real estate, private equity, hedge funds, and startups.<br><br><strong style='color:#2E4053'>Portfolio Management Service (PMS):</strong> Provides tailored investment portfolios comprising equity, fixed income instruments, and individual securities.
The Elite Club Analogy
Mutual Funds: Like hopping on a bus. You are one of many passengers on a collective journey.
PMS: Like a luxury personal chauffeur. A bespoke experience tailored just for your journey.
AIF: An exhilarating off-road adventure. Exploring uncharted terrain beyond the conventional.
Types of AIF & PMS
AIF Categories
PMS Types
• Category I: Startups, SMEs, Social Ventures<br>• Category II: Private Equity Debts, Fund of Funds<br>• Category III: Hedge Funds, PIPE Funds
• Discretionary: Manager has full authority<br>• Non-Discretionary: Manager advises, Client decides<br>• Advisory: Pure investment advice
Evolution History
<ul style='font-size:26px; line-height:1.8; color:#333;'><li><strong>1993:</strong> PMS regulated by SEBI.</li><li><strong>2000:</strong> First PMS launched.</li><li><strong>2012:</strong> AIF regulated by SEBI.</li><li><strong>2012-13:</strong> First AIF launched in India.</li><li><strong>Today:</strong> PMS has evolved over 30 years; AIF over 10 years.</li></ul>
Comparison Statistics
1085
AIF Funds (Oct 2023) - Caters to Family Offices & Institutions
250
PMS Funds (Mar 2023) - Caters to HNIs & Ultra HNIs
Why ALTPORT?
Over 350 Investors served
Over ₹500 Crores invested via our process
Trusted by investors across 10 Countries
15,000+ Investors use our tools
Investment Philosophy: SOUL
Our selection philosophy is based on SOUL:<br><br><strong>S - Skilled</strong><br><strong>O - Outperformance</strong><br><strong>U - Underperformance avoidance</strong><br><strong>L - Luck based investments avoidance</strong><br><br>We never compromise skill for luck. We focus on High Skill / High Luck positions and avoid High Luck / Low Skill traps.
Process-Driven Performance: AIF
Our curated AIF products demonstrate superior inception returns compared to benchmarks. We focus on consistency and long-term wealth creation. <br><br><i>*Data as of 31/05/2025</i>
Process-Driven Performance: PMS
PMS strategies selected via our 3I process show robust performance across varied market conditions.<br><br><strong>Top performer:</strong> Green Lantern Alpha with 34.82% inception returns.
Fund Selection Process
Risk Management: Emphasis on the risk process of the portfolio manager.
Qualitative Measures: Management quality, profile, and team retention.
Alpha Evaluation: Basis of market style and active share.
Consistency Check: Fund alpha over benchmarks for 5+ years.
Alignment: Ensuring alpha syncs with risks taken.
Utilizing his innovative investing process, 3I, Vikas crafted a personalized portfolio tailored to my specific requirements... My journey with ALTPORT has been nothing short of transformative.
Avinash Bhandari
Founder, Think North Management Consultants
Leadership Team
<strong>Vikas Agarwal (Founder & CEO):</strong> India's trusted voice on Alternative Investments. Frequently featured on Zee Business and ET Now. Attendee of Berkshire Hathaway AGM.
<strong>Samir Kumar (Chief Business Officer):</strong> 20+ years experience. Expert in revenue growth and client-centric strategies for Ultra HNIs. MBA in Marketing & HR.
Integrated Solutions
Family Office: Personalized financial management for generational wealth.
Estate Planning: Comprehensive plans to safeguard assets.
Trust Formation: Secure frameworks for wealth transfer.
Taxation Consultancy: Tailored strategies for optimal tax management.
The Inflation Challenge
<strong style='color:#E67E22'>Negative Real Returns:</strong> With inflation averaging ~6% and rising taxation, traditional Fixed Deposits often yield negative real returns.<br><br><strong style='color:#2E4053'>The Need for Alpha:</strong> To preserve purchasing power and grow wealth, investors must look beyond conventional debt instruments towards Alternate Assets that offer superior risk-adjusted returns.
Market Growth: The Rise of AIFs
The Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) industry in India has witnessed explosive growth. Commitments have grown over 40% annually as investors seek diversification.<br><br><i>*Source: SEBI Data</i>
OUR EDGE
Proprietary 3i Selection Framework
Access to Exclusive/Niche Strategies
Active Risk Management & Monitoring
Technology-First Reporting
Zero Conflict of Interest Model
Who We Serve
<ul style='font-size:30px; line-height:1.8; color:#333; list-style-type: square;'><li><strong>Family Offices:</strong> Structuring multi-generational wealth with a focus on preservation and growth.</li><li><strong>Ultra HNIs:</strong> Curated portfolio mandates starting from ₹5 Cr+.</li><li><strong>Actionable Treasury:</strong> Helping corporates optimize idle cash with better-than-FD returns.</li></ul>
Investment Process
<strong>1. Discovery & Diagnosis:</strong> We begin by effectively understanding your financial health, liquidity requirements, and risk tolerance.
<strong>2. Strategy Formulation:</strong> Allocating capital across Debt, Public Equity (PMS), and Alternates (AIF) based on the 3i framework.
<strong>3. Execution & Monitoring:</strong> Seamless digital onboarding followed by quarterly rebalancing and performance reviews.
Strategy Focus: Long Only Equity
We identify and invest in high-quality businesses with sustainable moats and clean management. <br><br><strong>Focus:</strong> Compounding wealth over a 3-5 year horizon through concentrated high-conviction bets.
Strategy Focus: Long Short Funds
Designed to generate absolute returns regardless of market direction.<br><br><strong>Mechanism:</strong> taking long positions in winners and short positions in weaker stocks to hedge beta and reduce drawdown.
Strategy Focus: Private Credit
Access to high-yield structured debt opportunities in mid-market companies that are often inaccessible to public market investors.<br><br><strong>Yield Target:</strong> 12-14% Pre-Tax with collateral backing.
Strategy Focus: Real Estate AIF
Participation in early-stage development of residential and commercial assets.<br><br><strong>Advantage:</strong> Partnering with Grade A developers to capture development margins while mitigating approval risks.
Strategy Focus: Venture Capital
Backing the next generation of disruptors in Fintech, Consumer Tech, and SaaS.<br><br><strong>Approach:</strong> Diversified exposure through fund-of-funds or direct co-investment in Series A/B rounds.
RISK FACTORS
Market Volatility & Drawdowns
Sector Concentration Risk
Liquidity Constraints in Unlisted
Regulatory & Policy Changes
Company Specific Credit Events
TAXATION VIEW
LTCG: 12.5% (Above 1 Year)
STCG: 20% (Below 1 Year)
Business Income Classification Check
Applicable Surcharges for UHNI
Specific Rules for NRI Investors
GOVERNANCE
SEBI Registered Intermediaries
Independent Trustee Oversight
Custodian: HDFC / Kotak
Quarterly Regulatory Reporting
Third-Party Valuation Agencies
KEY TERMS
Hurdle Rate: Minimum Return
Carry: Performance Fee on Alpha
High Water Mark: No Double Dip
Commitment Period: 1-2 Years
Lock-in Period: Strategy Dependent
Case Study: Manufacturing Turnaround
<strong>Opportunity:</strong> Undervalued auto-ancillary company pivoting to EV components.<br><br><strong>Outcome:</strong> Stock rerated 5x in 3 years as margins expanded and order book doubled. Value buy with high safety margin.
Case Study: Tech IPO Win
<strong>Opportunity:</strong> Pre-IPO entry into a market-leading drone surveillance manufacturer.<br><br><strong>Outcome:</strong> Listing gains of ~80% on day one. Capitalized on the defence modernization theme early.
Case Study: Consumer Scale-Up
<strong>Opportunity:</strong> Identified a regional QSR brand ready for national expansion.<br><br><strong>Outcome:</strong> Revenue grew at 30% CAGR over 4 years. Successful exit to a larger PE fund at 3.5x MOIC.
Case Study: Specialty Chemicals
<strong>Opportunity:</strong> Company benefiting from the China+1 global supply chain shift.<br><br><strong>Outcome:</strong> Export volumes doubled in 2 years. Stock outperformance of 150% vs Nifty Smallcap Index.
Our Ecosystem Partners
We work with the best in the industry to ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency for our investors.<br><br><strong>Custodians:</strong> HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank<br><strong>Legal:</strong> Khaitan & Co, AZB Partners<br><strong>Trustees:</strong> Axis Trustee
Thank You
vikas@altportfunds.com | +91 95616 10108
www.altportfunds.com
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