Shaan Patel Becomes Youngest Fund Manager in India at 22

Shaan Patel has etched his name in history by becoming the youngest fund manager in India at just 22 years old. He has launched Shaan Patel Asset Management LLP, a SEBI-registered Asset Management Company (AMC), with the introduction of a Category III Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) that has already raised ₹31 crore.

Patel’s entry into fund management signals a generational shift in India’s financial industry. With academic credentials spanning Finance, Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence, he exemplifies the new-age investor who combines strong financial fundamentals with advanced technological insights.

The flagship Flexi-Cap Fund under Shaan Patel Asset Management focuses on high-growth sectors such as Artificial Intelligence, Fintech, and Renewable Energy. At its core lies Patel’s signature strategy “intelligent churning”, a quant-powered model designed to actively manage portfolios. Unlike traditional buy-and-hold strategies, this approach identifies temporary overvaluations, books profits, and re-enters stocks when valuations normalize. This dynamic model aims to maximize returns while minimizing risk exposure.

To further safeguard investors, the fund enforces strict risk management rules, including a cap of 10% exposure to any single stock, ensuring portfolio diversification and stability.

Speaking on the launch, Mr. Shaan Patel, Founder & CIO said, “Our goal is to merge the discipline of traditional investing with the power of data and artificial intelligence. With intelligent churning, we aim to deliver consistent, risk-adjusted returns while staying ahead of market cycles.”

Shaan Patel’s achievement as India’s youngest fund manager underscores the potential of a forward-thinking, technology-driven approach to transform wealth management in the country.