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ClearBridge Appreciation Portfolios

Year to Date Returns (Net)
-4.36%
As of 03/31/2026
Year to Date Returns (Pure Gross)
-3.64%

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Overview

Product Facts

Strategy Description

ClearBridge Appreciation Portfolios were designed for investors seeking long-term capital appreciation through investments primarily in a core portfolio of high-quality, largecapitalization companies. By investing in a diversified portfolio of growth and value stocks, the managers believe that they are able to position the portfolios to take advantage of changes in economic and market cycles.

Benchmark
S&P 500 Index
Inception Date
02/28/2003
Asset Class
Equity
Number of IssuersAs of 06/30/2026 (Updated Quarterly)
59

Average Annual Total Returns

View performance section for additional info As of 05/31/2026
  • 15.68%1 Year
  • 14.88%3 Years
  • 7.33%5 Years
  • 8.95%10 Years
  • 7.83%Since Inception
    02/28/2003

The strategy returns shown are preliminary composite returns, subject to future revision (downward or upward). Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. An investment in this strategy can lose value.  

Performance data represents past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance data quoted. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate with market conditions, and you may have a gain or loss when you sell your shares. Periods less than one year are not annualized. Performance results are for the composite which includes all actual, fully discretionary accounts with substantially similar investment policies and objectives managed to the composite's investment strategy. Composite returns are stated in U.S. dollars and assume reinvestment of any dividends, interest income, capital gains, or other earnings. The composite may include account(s) that are gross of fees and pure gross of fees. “Pure” gross-of-fee returns do not reflect the deduction of any expenses, including transaction costs. A traditional (or "true") gross-of-fee return reflects performance after the reduction of transaction costs but before the reduction of the investment advisory fee. The gross-of-fee return may include a blend of "true" gross-of-fee returns for non-wrap accounts and "pure” gross-of-fee returns for wrap accounts. Net-of-fee returns is reduced by a model “wrap fee” (3.0% is the maximum anticipated wrap fee for equity and balanced portfolios) which includes trading expenses as well as investment management, administrative and custodial fees. The model wrap fee used represents the highest anticipated wrap fee applicable to the strategy. Actual fees and account minimums may vary.  

For fee schedules, contact your financial professional, or if you enter into an agreement directly with Franklin Templeton Private Portfolio Group, LLC (“FTPPG”), refer to FTPPG’s Form ADV Part 2A disclosure document. Management and performance of individual accounts may vary for reasons that include the existence of different implementation practices and model requirements in different investment programs.   

To obtain specific information on available products and services or a GIPS® Report, contact your Franklin Templeton separately managed account sales team at (800) DIAL BEN/342-5236. ClearBridge Investments, LLC, Martin Currie, Royce Investment Partners, and Western Asset Management Company, LLC claim compliance with the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS®). GIPS® is a registered trademark of CFA Institute. CFA Institute does not endorse or promote this organization, nor does it warrant the accuracy or quality of the content contained herein. 

Top Sectors

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As of 06/30/2026 % of Total (Updated Quarterly)

Information Technology32.35%
Communication Services12.29%
Financials11.23%
Industrials10.36%
Health Care7.68%

Manager and Commentary

About the Team

ClearBridge Investments

ClearBridge Investments is an active equity manager offering a broad range of strategies across global developed and emerging markets, local markets, and income. ClearBridge manages diversified, high-conviction portfolios through collaborative fundamental research to meet the needs of some of the world's largest asset owners and financial intermediary platforms. We invest as long-term, risk-aware business owners and seek to deliver consistency of process and performance for our clients through market cycles. A focus on durability drives everything we do; from the business models of the companies we own, to the holding periods of our portfolios, to the stability and longevity of our investment professionals.

Commentary Highlights

March 31, 2026
  • Markets:  Most major equity indexes declined in the first quarter as concerns over rising AI capex at hyperscalers, inklings of AI disruption in software, stress in private credit and a shock to energy prices from the war in the Middle East outweighed a nascent rally for cyclical stocks. The S&P 500 Index returned -4.3%.
  • Contributors:  Stock selection in financials proved beneficial; overweights to materials and industrials and underweights to IT and consumer discretionary also helped.
  • Detractors:  Stock selection in the consumer staples, IT and materials sectors detracted from relative results.
  • Outlook:  Current conditions argue for a more cautious stance. The continued strength in high-beta AI and quantum computer stocks during the March market decline indicates that animal spirits remain high. In our view, the “buy the dip” mindset that was so successful over the past decade looks less reliable in an environment where inflation risk, policy uncertainty and labor market softening are all rising simultaneously.
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Managed Strategy Since 2003

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Managed Strategy Since 2016

Portfolio Manager Profile
Years of Experience
Manager Location

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Composite Performance

Calendar Year Returns

As of 05/31/2026

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ClearBridge Appreciation Portfolios - Net (%)
ClearBridge Appreciation Portfolios - Pure Gross (%)
S&P 500 Index (%)

The strategy returns shown are preliminary composite returns, subject to future revision (downward or upward). Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. An investment in this strategy can lose value.  

Performance data represents past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance data quoted. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate with market conditions, and you may have a gain or loss when you sell your shares. Periods less than one year are not annualized. Performance results are for the composite which includes all actual, fully discretionary accounts with substantially similar investment policies and objectives managed to the composite's investment strategy. Composite returns are stated in U.S. dollars and assume reinvestment of any dividends, interest income, capital gains, or other earnings. The composite may include account(s) that are gross of fees and pure gross of fees. “Pure” gross-of-fee returns do not reflect the deduction of any expenses, including transaction costs. A traditional (or "true") gross-of-fee return reflects performance after the reduction of transaction costs but before the reduction of the investment advisory fee. The gross-of-fee return may include a blend of "true" gross-of-fee returns for non-wrap accounts and "pure” gross-of-fee returns for wrap accounts. Net-of-fee returns is reduced by a model “wrap fee” (3.0% is the maximum anticipated wrap fee for equity and balanced portfolios) which includes trading expenses as well as investment management, administrative and custodial fees. The model wrap fee used represents the highest anticipated wrap fee applicable to the strategy. Actual fees and account minimums may vary.  

For fee schedules, contact your financial professional, or if you enter into an agreement directly with Franklin Templeton Private Portfolio Group, LLC (“FTPPG”), refer to FTPPG’s Form ADV Part 2A disclosure document. Management and performance of individual accounts may vary for reasons that include the existence of different implementation practices and model requirements in different investment programs.   

To obtain specific information on available products and services or a GIPS® Report, contact your Franklin Templeton separately managed account sales team at (800) DIAL BEN/342-5236. ClearBridge Investments, LLC, Martin Currie, Royce Investment Partners, and Western Asset Management Company, LLC claim compliance with the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS®). GIPS® is a registered trademark of CFA Institute. CFA Institute does not endorse or promote this organization, nor does it warrant the accuracy or quality of the content contained herein. 

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Portfolio

Positions

As of 03/31/2026 (Updated Quarterly)

Number of Issuers
Portfolio
57
Benchmark
503

Portfolio Statistics

As of 03/31/2026 (Updated Quarterly)

Estimated 3-5 Year EPS Growth
Portfolio
13.38%
Benchmark
13.87%
Price to Earnings (12-Month Forward)
Portfolio
23.07x
Benchmark
20.81x
Price to Book
Portfolio
8.03x
Benchmark
7.24x
Dividend Yield 1
Portfolio
1.04%
Benchmark
1.21%
Median Market Cap (USD)
Portfolio
$588.60 Billion
Benchmark
$331.59 Billion
Weighted Average Market Capitalization (USD)
Portfolio
$1,207.47 Billion
Benchmark
$1,169.54 Billion

Portfolio characteristics are based on a model portfolio, not an actual client account. The model portfolio is a hypothetical portfolio whereby the portfolio characteristics are based on simulated trading and account activity of a client account invested in this strategy. The model portfolio assumes no withdrawals, contributions or client-imposed restrictions. Portfolio characteristics of individual client accounts may differ from those of the model portfolio as a result of account size, client-imposed restrictions, the timing of client investments, market conditions, contributions, withdrawals and other factors.

Sector Allocation

As of 06/30/2026 % of Total (Updated Quarterly)

Sector % of Total
Benchmark
Information Technology
32.35%38.03%
Communication Services
12.29%9.68%
Financials
11.23%11.76%
Industrials
10.36%8.93%
Health Care
7.68%8.89%
Consumer Discretionary
6.72%9.31%
Consumer Staples
5.21%4.57%
Materials
5.11%1.83%
Energy
4.57%2.98%
Utilities
1.97%2.20%
Real Estate
0.76%1.83%
Cash & Cash Equivalents
1.74%
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Portfolio characteristics are based on a model portfolio, not an actual client account. The model portfolio is a hypothetical portfolio whereby the portfolio characteristics are based on simulated trading and account activity of a client account invested in this strategy. The model portfolio assumes no withdrawals, contributions or client-imposed restrictions. Portfolio characteristics of individual client accounts may differ from those of the model portfolio as a result of account size, client-imposed restrictions, the timing of client investments, market conditions, contributions, withdrawals and other factors.

Top Equity Issuers

As of 06/30/2026 (Updated Quarterly)

Holdings Portfolio
NVIDIA Corp
8.57%
Alphabet Inc
7.81%
Apple Inc
6.93%
Amazon.com Inc
4.00%
ASML Holding NV
3.50%
Microsoft Corp
3.50%
Eli Lilly & Co
2.93%
Broadcom Inc
2.78%
JPMorgan Chase & Co
2.75%
Johnson & Johnson
2.27%
Created with Highcharts 12.6.00%2%4%6%8%10%NVIDIA CorpAlphabet IncApple IncAmazon.com IncASML Holding NVMicrosoft CorpEli Lilly & CoBroadcom IncJPMorgan Chase &CoJohnson & Johnson
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Documents

Product Documents

Factsheet - ClearBridge Appreciation Portfolios
Product Commentary - ClearBridge Appreciation Portfolios
FTPPG Regulatory Disclosures
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Risks

All investments involve risks, including possible loss of principal. Small- and mid-cap stocks involve greater risks and volatility than large-cap stocks.

Separately Managed Accounts (SMAs) are investment services provided by Franklin Templeton Private Portfolio Group, LLC (FTPPG), a federally registered investment adviser. Client portfolios are managed based on investment instructions or advice provided by one or more of the following Franklin Templeton affiliated sub-advisers: ClearBridge Investments, LLC. Management is implemented by FTPPG, the designated sub-adviser or, in the case of certain programs, the program sponsor or its designee. 

Performance data quoted represents past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Current performance may differ from figures shown. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate with market conditions, and you may have a gain or a loss when you sell your shares. Returns reflect reinvestment of dividends and capital gains. Performance figures for periods shorter than one year represent cumulative figures and are not annualized. All performance is reported in US dollars.

ClearBridge Investments, LLC, Franklin Templeton Investment Solutions, Martin Currie, Royce Investment Partners, Western Asset Management Company, LLC, and Franklin Templeton claim compliance with the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS®). GIPS® is a registered trademark of CFA Institute. CFA Institute does not endorse or promote this organization, nor does it warrant the accuracy or quality of the content contained herein.

Professional money management may not be suitable for all investors. Factual information relating to the securities discussed was obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but there can be no guarantee as to its accuracy. It should not be assumed that investments made in the future will be profitable or will equal the performance of the securities discussed in the material.

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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 S&P 500 Index features 500 leading U.S. publicly traded companies, with a primary emphasis on market capitalization.
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All entities mentioned are Franklin Templeton affiliated companies. Investment Products: NOT FDIC INSURED | NO BANK GUARANTEE | MAY LOSE VALUE.

Footnotes

  1. Dividend yield is calculated without the deduction of fees and expenses. 

  2. Capitalization Rate is calculated without the deduction of fees and expenses.

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