Fund HouseSEBI Registered PMS · IA · AIF

Carnelian Asset Management & Advisors

"Investing in the best risk-reward opportunities"Est. 2019AUM: INR 20,650 crore (USD 2.2 billion)
Institutional Profile

Quick Facts & Credentials

Founded2019
Track Record16+ Years
Team Experience110+ Years
Business LinesPMS · AIF · IA
OfficesMumbai, Maharashtra, India
Conflict PolicyPure Play Only
Founded in 2019. 100% founder-owned. Supported by 130+ professionals across multiple locations. Focused on Indian equities, PMS and AIF offerings.
Value Proposition

Why Carnelian Asset Management & Advisors

01

Experienced Founders

Founded by capital market professionals with extensive experience in investment management, equity research and financial services.

02

Quality Growth Investing

Focus on quality growth companies at a reasonable price (QGARP), with attention to business quality and management.

03

Proprietary Forensic Research

CLEAR framework covering cash flows, liabilities, earnings quality, asset quality and related-party and governance issues.

04

Disciplined Investment Process

Structured research and valuation approach designed to identify opportunities while assessing portfolio risks.

05

Founder Ownership

100% founder-owned business with a focus on long-term alignment and capital management.

06

Multi-Strategy Offerings

PMS and AIF offerings across domestic and offshore investment platforms.

Carnelian follows a differentiated investment approach focused on quality growth companies at reasonable valuations. Its investment philosophy combines business and management quality, growth analysis, proprietary forensic research and disciplined valuation. The firm emphasizes risk management, governance and long-term investment opportunities.
Core Principles

Investment Philosophy

Carnelian's investment philosophy focuses on Quality Growth at a Reasonable Price (QGARP), supported by growth analysis, forensic research and valuation discipline.

3M — Quality Selection
1
Quality

Assessment of business profitability, free cash flow, return on capital, opportunity size, sustainable moat, management integrity, governance and capital allocation.

2
Growth

Identification of Magic (accelerated growth) and Compounder (stable growth) opportunities.

3
Valuation

Reasonable valuation relative to growth prospects using P/E, P/B, EV/EBITDA and DCF approaches.

3D — Agile Construction
1
CLEAR Forensic Analysis

Cash flow analysis, Liability analysis, Earnings quality analysis, Asset quality analysis, and Related-party and governance issues.

2
CONNECT Framework

Connecting information from channel checks, industry feedback, factory visits, management and employee interactions, board quality, auditors and governance-related factors.

3
Risk Management

Risk classification covering capital loss risk, volatility risk and opportunity cost risk.

The framework combines quality business and management assessment, accelerated and sustainable growth identification, CLEAR forensic analysis and multi-faceted valuation.
Product Suite

Strategies Offered (1)

Direct & Regular Mandates
PMSMulti-Cap Equity

Carnelian Capital Compounder Strategy

To generate superior risk-adjusted returns by investing in quality growth companies at reasonable valuations, combining accelerated growth and sustainable growth opportunities across sectors.

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Industry Accolades

Awards & Recognition

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2021
Awards and recognition

Accolades mentioned in the firm overview; exact award details require verification.

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2023
Awards and recognition

Accolades mentioned in the firm overview; exact award details require verification.

The September 2026 strategy presentation mentions accolades for theme identification and absolute returns in 2021 and 2023. Specific award names and categories should be verified before publication.

SEBI Compliance

Regulatory Information

Registration information displayed on Carnelian's official website. Verify current regulatory records before publishing.

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Consult on Carnelian Asset Management & Advisors's Strategies

Interested in allocating to Carnelian Asset Management & Advisors's PMS or AIF portfolios? Connect with our senior advisory desk for comparative analysis, drawdown risk audits, and onboarding guidance.

Platformpmsaifpartners.com
Direct Desk+91 99165 58822
LocationsBangalore · Mumbai · Bilaspur

Investments are subject to market risk. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. The information provided is for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered investment advice or a recommendation. Investors should review the applicable offering documents and consult an appropriately qualified investment advisor.

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