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ClearBridge Dividend Strategy Portfolios

  • Access to quality companies. Seeks to invest in high-quality stocks with an attractive or improving dividend profile
  • Emphasis on dividends. Seeks a combination of dividend income, dividend growth and long-term capital appreciation
  • Core portfolio holdings. Focusing on companies that have a long history of paying and raising dividends provides investors an income stream and risk mitigation.
Year to Date Returns (Net)
9.56%
As of 12/31/2025
Year to Date Returns (Pure Gross)
12.82%

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Overview

Product Facts

Strategy Description

ClearBridge Dividend Strategy Portfolios invest primarily in dividend-paying stocks that have the potential for income growth and capital appreciation over time. The investment team believes that companies that exhibit market leadership, coupled with solid balance sheets and strong dividend profiles, are attractive investment candidates for the long-term investor.

Benchmark
S&P 500 Index
Inception Date
05/31/2003
Asset Class
Equity
Number of IssuersAs of 03/31/2026 (Updated Quarterly)
54

Average Annual Total Returns

View performance section for additional info As of 02/28/2026
  • 13.08%1 Year
  • 13.91%3 Years
  • 10.67%5 Years
  • 10.13%10 Years
  • 7.35%Since Inception
    05/31/2003

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

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As of 03/31/2026 % of Total (Updated Quarterly)

Financials16.20%
Information Technology13.48%
Health Care11.98%
Industrials11.54%
Communication Services9.63%

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

December 31, 2025
  • Markets:  2025 marked the third consecutive year of this AI-driven cycle. The market-cap-weighted S&P 500 Index rose 17.9% in the year, while the equal-weighted S&P 500 Index gained just 11.4%. The Magnificent Seven, this market’s nucleus, rose 24.9% in 2025. While performance comparisons will vary based on the time period, cap-weighted and equal-weighted indexes have produced similar returns over long periods of time.
  • Contributors:  Stock selection in consumer staples, a health care overweight and IT underweight proved beneficial.
  • Detractors:  Quarterly underperformance was driven primarily by stock selection in the communication services, IT, materials and real estate sectors.
  • Outlook:  We anticipate the AI debate will carry over in 2026 and we will continue to participate in AI in a measured and disciplined way. Yet, as other investors continue to myopically focus on AI, we expect to find additional idiosyncratic opportunities in overlooked corners of the market. We believe these seeds will bear fruit in the years to come.
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Managed Strategy Since 2004

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Managed Strategy Since 2006

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Managed Strategy Since 2003

Portfolio Manager Profile
Years of Experience
Manager Location

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Composite Performance

Risk/Return Profile (%)

Based on a 10 year period ending Dec-31-2025

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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 02/28/2026 (Updated Monthly)

Number of Issuers
Portfolio
54
Benchmark
503

Portfolio Statistics

As of 02/28/2026 (Updated Monthly)

Price to Earnings (12-Month Forward)
Portfolio
19.53x
Benchmark
22.33x
Dividend Yield 1
Portfolio
2.11%
Benchmark
1.14%
Price to Book
Portfolio
7.00x
Benchmark
7.74x
Estimated 3-5 Year EPS Growth
Portfolio
8.67%
Benchmark
13.47%
Median Market Cap (USD)
Portfolio
$157.20 Billion
Benchmark
$358.95 Billion
Weighted Average Market Capitalization (USD)
Portfolio
$486.66 Billion
Benchmark
$1,211.23 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 03/31/2026 % of Total (Updated Quarterly)

Sector % of Total
Benchmark
Financials
16.20%12.60%
Information Technology
13.48%32.91%
Health Care
11.98%9.47%
Industrials
11.54%9.02%
Communication Services
9.63%10.29%
Energy
8.41%4.01%
Consumer Staples
8.22%5.25%
Materials
7.34%2.09%
Real Estate
4.29%1.95%
Utilities
3.86%2.54%
Consumer Discretionary
2.86%9.87%
Cash & Cash Equivalents
2.20%

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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 03/31/2026 (Updated Quarterly)

Holdings Portfolio
Williams Cos Inc/The
4.65%
Exxon Mobil Corp
3.76%
Microsoft Corp
3.63%
Texas Instruments Inc
2.93%
Alphabet Inc
2.91%
Broadcom Inc
2.88%
Nestle SA
2.87%
Air Products and Chemicals Inc
2.85%
Apollo Global Management Inc
2.70%
Public Storage
2.26%

 

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Documents

Product Documents
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Factsheet - ClearBridge Dividend Strategy PortfoliosDownload Document
Product Commentary - ClearBridge Dividend Strategy PortfoliosDownload Document
FTPPG Regulatory DisclosuresMailed hardcopies unavailable.Download Document
Flyer - Portfolios powered by dividends
Brochure - ClearBridge Dividend Strategy Portfolios: The power of dividendsDownload Document

Risks

All investments involve risks, including possible loss of principal. Small- and mid-cap stocks involve greater risks and volatility than large-cap stocks. Dividends may fluctuate and are not guaranteed, and a company may reduce or eliminate its dividend at any time. International investments are subject to special risks, including currency fluctuations and social, economic and political uncertainties, which could increase volatility. These risks are magnified in emerging markets

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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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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