Managed Fund Since 2011
PSDYX Putnam Ultra Short Duration Income Fund
- A broader opportunity set. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio composed of short duration, investment-grade money market and other fixed income securities.
- Active risk management. In today's complex bond market, the fund's experienced managers actively manage risk with the goal of superior risk-adjusted performance over time.
- Higher income potential. Access to a wider range of income opportunities means the fund may offer higher income potential than other short-term investments.
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Overview
Fund Facts
Fund description
The fund seeks as high a rate of current income as the portfolio managers believe is consistent with preservation of capital and maintenance of liquidity by investing in a diversified portfolio composed of short-duration, investment-grade money market and other fixed income securities.
- Benchmark
- ICE BofA U.S. Treasury Bill Index
- Dividend Frequency, if any
- Monthly
- Fund Inception Date
- 10/17/2011
- Distribution Rate at NAV
4 As of 11/14/2025 (Updated Daily) - 4.35%
- Effective Duration
As of 10/31/2025 (Updated Monthly) - 0.51 Years
Identifiers
- Ticker
- PSDYX
- Fund Number
- 1878
- CUSIP Code
- 74676P698
Average Annual Total Returns As of 10/31/2025
Class Y
- 5.09%1 Year
- 5.62%3 Years
- 3.42%5 Years
- 2.58%10 Years
- 2.03%Since Inception
10/17/2011
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 10/31/2025 % of Total (Updated Monthly)
Additional Fund Info
- Share Class Inception Date
- 10/17/2011
- Investment Style
- Multi-Sector
- Lipper Classification
- Ultra-Short Obligations Funds
- Morningstar Category
- Ultrashort Bond
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.
Commentary Highlights
June 30, 2025- Markets: There were large swings in financial market sentiment across the second quarter of 2025. In April, US President Donald Trump announced significant increases in US tariff rates as part of his “Liberation Day” measures. Spreads across fixed income sectors widened as fears grew that tariffs could lead to a drop in growth and a new round of inflationary pressures, which could damage the US economy. Subsequently, a temporary pause (in many cases, 90 days) in increased levies helped calm some of the market nerves. The passage of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” spending package after quarter-end further helped reduce the uncertainties that had been a strong headwind to fixed income markets.
- Contributors: Investment-grade (IG) exposures within corporate credit.
- Detractors: There were no notable detractors from relative fund performance for the quarter.
- Outlook: We believe the macroeconomic outlook remains resilient despite ongoing policy uncertainty, supported by strong consumption, a tight labor market and reaffirmed low tax rates. While tariffs have introduced volatility, the overall balance of risks and steady growth suggest the US Federal Reserve is likely to limit itself to at most one more rate cut this year. With resilient growth and large fiscal deficits keeping pressure on yields, we continue to expect 10-year US Treasury yields to end the year in a 4.50%–5.00% range.
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Performance
Average Annual Total Returns
As of 10/31/2025
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
- $11.83 Billion
Positions
As of 10/31/2025 (Updated Monthly)
- Fund
- 546
- Fund
- 251
Portfolio Statistics
As of 10/31/2025 (Updated Monthly)
Asset Allocation
As of 10/31/2025 % of Total (Updated Monthly)
| Holdings | Fund |
|---|---|
Investment-Grade Corporate Bonds | 80.48% |
Commercial Paper | 8.55% |
Short-Term Asset-Backed Securities | 2.50% |
Asset-Backed Securities | 2.14% |
Residential MBS (non-Agency) | 0.98% |
U.S. Treasury/Agency | 0.41% |
Agency CMO | 0.00% |
Net Cash | 3.76% |
Top Fixed Income Issuers
As of 10/31/2025 (Updated Monthly)
| Holdings | Fund |
|---|---|
Morgan Stanley | 1.49% |
Scotiabank | 1.44% |
TD Bank | 1.34% |
Apollo Global Management | 1.29% |
Bank of America | 1.28% |
UBS | 1.26% |
JPMorgan Chase | 1.25% |
Lloyds Banking Group | 1.24% |
Wells Fargo | 1.23% |
ING | 1.22% |
Portfolio holdings are based on the total portfolio and are subject to change at any time. Holdings are provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as a recommendation to purchase or sell any security.
Distributions & Tax
Federal ID Number 45-3213109
For information on tax years prior to 2008, please contact usThese amounts represent distributions paid by the fund, foreign taxes passed through (if any), and other distribution characteristics for the calendar year selected. These amounts are reported to shareholders on Form 1099-DIV.
Distributions per Share ($)
Supplemental Tax Information
- Foreign Source Income
- —
- Foreign Source Qualified Dividends
- —
- Direct U.S. Government Obligations
- 0.81%
- Specified Private Activity Bond Interest
- —
- Dividends Received Deduction
- —
- Section 163(j)
- —
- Indiana Resident Taxable Income
- —
- Utah Resident Taxable Income
- —
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| Factsheet - Putnam Ultra Short Duration Income Fund | |||
| Portfolio Holdings - Putnam Ultra Short Duration Income Fund | |||
| Product Commentary - Putnam Ultra Short Duration Income Fund | |||
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| Annual Report - Putnam Ultra Short Duration Income Fund - Class Y | |||
| Annual Financial Statements and Other Information - Putnam Ultra Short Duration Income Fund | |||
| Semi-Annual Report - Putnam Ultra Short Duration Income Fund - Class Y | |||
| Semi-Annual Financial Statements and Other Information - Putnam Ultra Short Duration Income Fund | |||
| Prospectus - Putnam Ultra Short Duration Income Fund | |||
| Summary Prospectus - Putnam Ultra Short Duration Income Fund | |||
| Statement Of Additional Information - Putnam Ultra Short Duration Income Fund | |||
| Fiscal Q1 Holdings - Putnam Ultra Short Duration Income Fund | |||
| Fiscal Q3 Holdings - Putnam Ultra Short Duration 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. Asset-backed, mortgage-backed or mortgage-related securities are subject to prepayment and extension risks. 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.
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 ICE BofA U.S. Treasury Bill Index is an unmanaged index that tracks the performance of U.S. dollar-denominated U.S. Treasury bills publicly issued in the U.S. domestic market. Source: The index data referenced herein is the property of Intercontinental Exchange ("ICE") and/or its licensors and has been licensed for use by Franklin Templeton. ICE and its licensors accept no liability in connection with this use.
The ICE BofA U.S. Treasury Bill Index is an unmanaged index that tracks the performance of U.S. dollar denominated U.S. Treasury Bills publicly issued in the U.S. domestic market. Qualifying securities must have a remaining term of at least one month to final maturity and a minimum amount outstanding of $1 billion. You cannot invest directly in an index.
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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