New Delhi, Oct. 14 -- Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) contributions are expected to remain the key driver of equity mutual fund inflows, with investors likely to favour mid-cap, small-cap and multi-asset strategies, however, valuation concerns may keep overall equity inflows range-bound, according to a report by Capital 360 One.

As per the report, SIP flows reached an all-time high of Rs 324.90 billion in September. Additionally, the equity-oriented schemes recorded net inflows of Rs 383 billion with large-cap funds witnessing a revival after two consecutive months of outflows.

"The headline equity inflows improved along with the continued strength in SIP contributions suggest that retail investors remain constructive on the equity mar...