Royce Investment Partners
US small caps roll on amid increased volatility
March 18, 2026
Royce Investment Partners: Co-CIO Francis Gannon discusses how US small caps remain market leaders even as volatility and uncertainty are on the rise.
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PEIYX
Putnam Large Cap Value Fund - Class Y
The fund seeks capital growth and current income by investing mainly in common stocks of U.S. companies, with a focus on value stocks that offer the potential for capital growth, current income, or both.
- Total Net Assets
As of 02/28/2026 - $49.21 bn
- Inception Date
- 10/01/1998
- Dividend Frequency
- Quarterly
- NAV
As of 03/17/2026 - $39.92
LMGNX
ClearBridge International Growth Fund - Class I
Seeks to invest in non-U.S. companies with above-average growth prospects in developed and emerging markets. Looks for secular and cyclical growth stories, with a smaller allocation to companies in a transformative stage. Employs a research process centered on valuation, high active share, and a long-term investment horizon.
- Total Net Assets
As of 02/28/2026 - $7.45 bn
- Inception Date
- 03/04/2004
- Dividend Frequency
- Annually
- NAV
As of 03/17/2026 - $72.97
TDADX
Templeton Developing Markets Trust - Advisor Class
The fund seeks long-term capital appreciation by investing at least 80% of its net assets in securities of developing- or emerging market issuers.
- Total Net Assets
As of 02/28/2026 - $2.35 bn
- Inception Date
- 01/02/1997
- Dividend Frequency
- Annually, in October, if necessary, December
- NAV
As of 03/17/2026 - $29.08
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