Core franchise steady, focus on opex to support earnings : HDFC AMC is among the largest and profitable mutual funds with closing AUM of 9.6 lakh crore+ as on Q2FY27. Higher presence in equityoriented schemes and stable yields enable it to maintain market share. Strong distribution network with 280 branches and over 1,13,000 empanelled distribution partners Q 2F Y2 7 performance : HDFC AMC reported healthy performance, with QAAUM growing 10% YoY (4% QoQ) to 9.69 lakh crore, with overall market share at 11.1%. Actively managed equity-oriented QAAUM grew 14% YoY (67.1% of QAAUM...