Alchemy Alpha Smallcap is a rule-based, algorithm-assisted strategy that invests predominantly in small-cap companies with the objective of generating long-term risk-adjusted returns. The strategy follows a structured, data-driven process to identify and manage positions, reducing reliance on subjective judgement through systematic portfolio construction and defined investment rules.
Strategy Snapshot
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Category
Equity Diversified
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Investment Universe
Small Cap
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Management Style
Quant
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Structure
Separate Managed Account
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Benchmark - Primary
BSE 500 TRI
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Benchmark - Secondary
NIFTY Small Cap 250
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Launch Date
6th December, 2023
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Indicative Tenure
3-5 Years
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Minimum Investment
INR 50 Lakhs
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Risk Appetite
High Risk
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Portfolio Allocation
Upto 100% in Equity
All product/investment approaches attract various kinds of risks. Please read the relevant Disclosure Document/Client Agreement carefully before investing.
Why Alchemy Alpha Smallcap ?
Aims to deliver long-term outperformance through a structured, rule-based investment approach.
Back-tested models remove emotional biases and ensure disciplined, objective decision-making.
Algorithm-based quant investment approach.
Invests across sectors to capture opportunities wherever they arise.
Fund Managers
Alok Agarwal
Deputy Chief Investment Officer (CIO)
Alok Agarwal has over two decades of experience in Indian equities and public markets, with a strong focus on equity research and fund management. He joined Alchemy in 2022 and brings a process-driven approach anchored in the eQGP (Environment–Quality–Growth–Price) framework. Prior to this, he managed flagship domestic and offshore mandates at PGIM India AMC and has also worked with Deutsche Asset Management, KR Choksey Shares & Securities, and E-nxt Financials Ltd. An avid marathoner, Alok is a CA, CFA, and CMT charterholder, and holds master’s degrees in commerce and finance.
Deven Ved
Co-Fund Manager, Quant
Deven has nearly two decades of diverse business experience in financial programming and modelling, program management, shareholder reporting, and consulting. In his previous role at HDFC Ergo General Insurance, he spearheaded the launch of an automated underwriting rule engine, enabling instantaneous policy issuance. Deven’s professional experience also includes working with financial institutions like Bharti AXA, Tata AIA Life and Deloitte Consulting. He is highly analytical in his approach and holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Actuarial Science and a Bachelor of Science degree in Statistics from St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai.
What is Alchemy Alpha Smallcap?
Alchemy Alpha Smallcap is a rule-based, algorithm-driven strategy that is sector agnostic, based on data and researched processes. A High-Risk High Return oriented strategy which aims at generating long term alpha consistently by investing in small-cap companies.
How do I sign up for a PMS account with Alchemy Capital?
You can fill out the form on www.alchemycapital.com. Our representatives will connect with you and guide you through the process.
How do I access my PMS account?
You can access your PMS account by logging into Alchemy's client portal on our website, or through Alchemy's Mobile Application, 'Alchemy Capital Management', available on Android Play Store and Apple App Store.
Is Portfolio Management Services (PMS) regulated?
Yes. Portfolio Management Services (PMS) in India are regulated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) under the SEBI (Portfolio Managers) Regulations, 2020, as amended from time to time.
Only entities registered with SEBI as Portfolio Managers are permitted to offer PMS in India.
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