JioBlackRock Asset Management launches JioBlackRock Sector Rotation Fund, powered by Systematic Active Equities (SAE)

Hyderabad, January 23, 2026: Jio BlackRock Asset Management Private Limited (JioBlackRock Asset Management / The AMC a 50:50 joint venture between Jio Financial Services Limited (“JFSL”) [BSE, NSE: JIOFIN] and BlackRock Inc. [NYSE: BLK], announced today the launch of its latest equity offering: the JioBlackRock Sector Rotation Fund, powered by BlackRock’s Systematic Active Equities (SAE) approach.        

The JioBlackRock Sector Rotation Fund is designed to complement core equity allocations such as a flexicap strategy, by focusing on harnessing sector alpha rather than stock alpha, offering investors an additional lever to navigate changing market cycles. While flexicap funds are bottom-up, focusing on stock selection across market capitalisations, the JioBlackRock Sector Rotation Fund  systematically adjusts sector exposures dynamically as economic and market conditions evolve thereby focusing on a top-down sector-driven approach. Used together, the two funds can enhance diversification, improve risk-adjusted outcomes, and can help smooth portfolio returns over time—making the JioBlackRock Sector Rotation Fund a suitable incremental allocation for investors seeking to strengthen, rather than replace, their existing equity investments.

How is the JioBlackRock Sector Rotation Fund different?

·         Risk-controlled, benchmark-aware investing

Unlike traditional sector funds that usually rely on concentrated calls, the approach is to follow a risk-controlled, benchmark-aware systematic approach—seeking to outperform the Nifty 500 Index through active overweight/underweight positions across a diversified group of sectors thereby focusing on sector-driven alpha.

·         Systematic, data-led decision-making

The fund is powered by quantitative data and AI-driven analysis to evaluate sector opportunities in the Indian equity market. This systematic framework reduces reliance on subjective judgment and enables repeatable investment decisions based on market, macro, and earnings signals.

·         Built-in diversification across sectors and market caps

The portfolio is constructed to remain broadly diversified across sectors and market capitalisations, avoiding over-dependence on any single theme or cycle. This diversification enhances portfolio resilience and allows the fund to participate dynamically in shifting sector leadership over time.

The New Fund Offer (NFO) will commence from Tuesday, January 27, 2026, and will close on Monday, February 9,2026.

The JioBlackRock Sector Rotation Fund will be powered by BlackRock’s SAE approach that uses big data, advanced analytics, and human expertise with an aim to deliver differentiated investment outcomes. By applying AI and cutting-edge technology, the fund aims to transform traditional and alternative data — ranging from social media conversations to jobs data — into investable insights for the benefit of the Indian investors.

Rishi Kohli, Chief Investment Officer, JioBlackRock Asset Management said:

“Over the last decade, sector leadership has kept changing, often in ways that are hard to anticipate. With constant shifts in consumption, technological disruption, geo-politics as well as global supply chains, The JioBlackRock Sector Rotation Fund will allow investors to participate in these changes by dynamically changing sector weightages in the portfolio as leadership moves from one sector to another.”

Nation-wide access through leading digital platforms

JioBlackRock Sector Rotation Fund is now live and investment-ready on www.jioblackrockamc.com, the JioFinance app. The Sector Roation Fund also be available across major digital finance platforms in India, Groww, Zerodha (Coin), Paytm Money, Dhan, and IND Money, along with other SEBI Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs). This expansive presence empowers investors with greater choice and reach.

About Jio BlackRock Asset Management Private Limited:

Jio BlackRock Asset Management Private Limited (JBAMPL or JioBlackRock Asset Management) is a 50:50 joint venture between Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL) and BlackRock Inc. (‘the shareholders’). JioBlackRock Asset Management will seek to combine BlackRock's global investment expertise and leading risk management technology with JFSL’s digital reach and knowledge of the local market in India. The organisation aims to provide innovative, affordable and easily accessible investment solutions for the people of India.

For more updates, please visit https://www.jioblackrockamc.com/

About Jio Financial Services Limited:

Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL) is a Core Investment Company (CIC), registered with the Reserve Bank of India. JFSL is a new-age institution, which operates a full-stack financial services business through customer-facing entities, including Jio Credit Limited, Jio Insurance Broking Limited, Jio Payment Solutions Limited, Jio Leasing Services Limited, Jio Finance Platform and Service Limited, and Jio Payments Bank Limited.

Its digital-first model aims to ensure the holistic financial well-being of Indian citizens by enabling them to borrow, transact, save and invest seamlessly. Through the JioFinance app, customers can access a range of services including loans, savings accounts, UPI bill payments, recharges, digital insurance, financial tracking and management tools and more. JFSL has also entered into a joint venture with BlackRock, the world’s leading providers of investment solutions, to offer asset management, wealth management and broking services in India.

JFSL was originally incorporated as Reliance Strategic Investments Private Limited on July 22, 1999, under the Companies Act 1956. Subsequently, the name of the Company was changed to Reliance Strategic Investments Limited and a fresh certificate of incorporation was issued on January 14, 2002. Thereafter, pursuant to a scheme of demerger with Reliance Industries Limited, the name of the Company was further changed to ‘Jio Financial Services Limited’ and a fresh certificate of incorporation was issued on July 25, 2023. JFSL has been listed on the BSE and NSE since August 21, 2023.

About BlackRock:

BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a leading provider of financial technology, we help millions of people build savings that serve them throughout their lives by making investing easier and more affordable.