5 Best Small Cap Mutual Funds to buy in December 2023

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Franklin India Smaller Companies Fund - Direct - Growth

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Quant Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth

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HDFC Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth

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ICICI Prudential Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth

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Nippon India Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth

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