Managed Fund Since 2022
PFLRX Putnam Floating Rate Income Fund
- Floating-rate bank loans. The fund primarily invests in bank loans with yields that are set at a margin above short-term interest rates and adjust when rates change.
- Guard against rising interest rates. Bank loans have historically performed well amid rising interest rates because their yields adjust higher and become more attractive.
- Backed by team research. The fund's experienced managers select a diverse range of loans using careful credit research.
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Overview
Fund Facts
Fund description
The fund seeks high current income. Preservation of capital is a secondary goal. The fund primarily invests in bank loans with yields that are set at a margin above short-term interest rates and adjust when rates change.
- Benchmark
- Morningstar LSTA US Leveraged Loan Index
- Dividend Frequency, if any
- Monthly
- Fund Inception Date
- 08/04/2004
- Distribution Rate at NAV
4 As of 12/09/2025 (Updated Daily) - 6.41%
- Effective Duration
As of 11/30/2025 (Updated Monthly) - 0.18 Years
Identifiers
- Ticker
- PFLRX
- Fund Number
- 057
- CUSIP Code
- 746763481
Average Annual Total Returns As of 11/30/2025
Class A
- 1.95%1 Year
- 7.46%3 Years
- 4.81%5 Years
- 4.15%10 Years
- 3.70%Since Inception
08/03/2004
Performance data quoted represents past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when sold or redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the figures shown.
Top Sectors
As of 11/30/2025 - Notional Exposure % of Total (Updated Monthly)
Consumer Cyclicals25.12% | |
Technology14.79% | |
Basic Materials12.14% | |
Capital Goods9.47% | |
Financial8.26% |
Additional Fund Info
- Share Class Inception Date
- 08/04/2004
- Investment Style
- Bank Loans
- Lipper Classification
- Loan Participation Funds
- Morningstar Category
3 - Bank Loan
Manager and Commentary
About the Team
Franklin Templeton Fixed Income
Franklin Templeton Fixed Income is a fixed income specialist with a measured "no surprises" approach that is committed to the goal of delivering clients consistent, predictable fixed income results. We pursue dimensional sources of potential alpha across all global fixed income securities, sectors, and markets.
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Performance
Average Annual Total Returns
As of 11/30/2025
Performance data quoted represents past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher than the figures shown. Principal value and investment returns will fluctuate, and investors' shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. Performance would have been lower if fees had not been waived in various periods. Total returns assume the reinvestment of all distributions and the deduction of all Fund expenses. Returns with sales charge reflect a deduction of the stated maximum sales charge. Returns without sales charge would have been lower had sales charges been reflected. An investor cannot invest directly in an index, and unmanaged index returns do not reflect any fees, expenses or sales charges. Returns for periods of less than one year are not annualized.
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Portfolio
Assets
As of10/31/2025 (Updated Monthly)
- Total Net Assets
- $325.31 Million
Positions
As of 10/31/2025 (Updated Monthly)
- Fund
- 245
Portfolio Statistics
As of 10/31/2025 (Updated Monthly)
- Fund
- 4.60 Years
- Fund
- 0.21 Years
Sector Exposure
As of 11/30/2025 - Notional Exposure % of Total (Updated Monthly)
| Sector | % of Total | Benchmark |
|---|---|---|
Consumer Cyclicals | 25.12% | 22.66% |
Technology | 14.79% | 17.71% |
Basic Materials | 12.14% | 9.28% |
Capital Goods | 9.47% | 8.62% |
Financial | 8.26% | 11.34% |
Health Care | 7.64% | 10.06% |
Consumer Staples | 7.61% | 8.11% |
Transportation | 4.68% | 2.92% |
Energy | 3.84% | 2.44% |
Communication Services | 3.24% | 4.49% |
Utilities | 1.18% | 2.35% |
Non-Cash Investments | 4.88% | 0.03% |
Holdings
As of 10/31/2025 (Updated Monthly)
Portfolio holdings are based on the total portfolio and are subject to change at any time. Holdings are provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as a recommendation to purchase or sell any security.
Distributions & Tax
- Distribution Frequency
- MonthlyThis fund is an Accrual fund.
- Capital Gain Distributions
- December
Rates and Yields Read important information about results and other investment disclosures
Distribution Rate
Final composition of the current year’s distribution—income, capital gains and/or return of capital—are based on US tax rules and will be determined by February of the following year. For tax characterization of a distribution, such as return of capital and tax-exempt income, click on the “Tax Information” tab above.
Distributions Per Share Distributions with future dates are estimates and those figures are not final
Pricing
Documents
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| Factsheet - Putnam Floating Rate Income Fund |
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| Annual Report - Putnam Floating Rate Income Fund - Class A | |||
| Annual Financial Statements and Other Information - Putnam Floating Rate Income Fund | |||
| Semi-Annual Report - Putnam Floating Rate Income Fund - Class A | |||
| Semi-Annual Financial Statements and Other Information - Putnam Floating Rate Income Fund | |||
| Prospectus - Putnam Floating Rate Income Fund | |||
| Summary Prospectus - Putnam Floating Rate Income Fund | |||
| Statement Of Additional Information - Putnam Floating Rate Income Fund | |||
| Fiscal Q1 Holdings - Putnam Floating Rate Income Fund | |||
| Fiscal Q3 Holdings - Putnam Floating Rate Income Fund |
Risks
All investments involve risks, including possible loss of principal. Fixed income securities involve interest rate, credit, inflation and reinvestment risks, and possible loss of principal. As interest rates rise, the value of fixed income securities falls. Low-rated, high-yield bonds are subject to greater price volatility, illiquidity and possibility of default. Floating-rate loans and debt securities are typically rated below investment grade and are subject to greater risk of default, which could result in loss of principal. Derivative instruments can be illiquid, may disproportionately increase losses, and have a potentially large impact on performance. Active management does not ensure gains or protect against market declines. The manager may consider environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria in the research or investment process; however, ESG considerations may not be a determinative factor in security selection. In addition, the manager may not assess every investment for ESG criteria, and not every ESG factor may be identified or evaluated. These and other risks are discussed in the fund's prospectus. International investments are subject to special risks, including currency fluctuations and social, economic and political uncertainties, which could increase volatility.
Important Information
Most funds offer multiple share classes. Share classes are subject to different fees and expenses, which will affect their performance.
Certain share classes are only offered to eligible investors as stated in the prospectus. Different minimums may apply to clients of certain service agents. All classes of shares are not available through all distribution channels. See the Fund's prospectus for additional information.
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Performance data quoted represents past performance, which does not guarantee future results.
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Indexes are unmanaged and one cannot invest directly in an index. They do not reflect any fees, expenses or sales charges.
The Morningstar® LSTA® US Leveraged Loan Index is an unmanaged index of U.S. leveraged loans. Source: Morningstar®
Investors should carefully consider a fund's investment goals, risks, sales charges and expenses before investing. The prospectus contains this and other information. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing or sending money.
Putnam funds are not exchangeable for other funds distributed by Franklin Distributors, LLC.
Franklin Distributors, LLC. Member FINRA/SIPC. Putnam Investment is a Franklin Templeton company. Investment Products: NOT FDIC INSURED | NO BANK GUARANTEE | MAY LOSE VALUE.
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