Equity

Royce Premier Portfolios

  • Multi-dimensional disciplined approach. The Fund combines multiple investment approaches (High Quality, Traditional Value, Special Situations)that have historically tended to perform well in different market environments.
  • Broad access to small-cap equities. A focus on stocks with above-average profitability, below-average leverage and attractive valuations.
  • A recognized pioneer of small-cap investing. One of the first open-end small-cap funds, managed for more than 40 years by the same portfolio manager—a recognized pioneer of small-cap investing. Flagship offering, one of the first open-end small-cap funds, whose history under Royce Investment Partner’s management dates back to November 1972.
Year to Date Returns (Net)
1.90%
As of 09/30/2025
Year to Date Returns (Pure Gross)
4.24%

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Overview

Product Facts

Strategy description

Royce Premier Portfolios seek long-term capital appreciation by investing in what Royce considers to be “premier” small-cap companies — those with market caps that are less than the largest stock in the Russell 2000® Index and exhibit what Royce believes are discernible competitive advantages, high returns on capital, and a sustainable, moat-like franchise.

Benchmark
Russell 2000 Index
Inception Date
12/31/1991
Asset Class
Equity
Number of IssuersAs of 10/31/2025 (Updated Monthly)
50

Average Annual Total Returns

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  • 1.92%1 Year
  • 6.88%3 Years
  • 7.39%5 Years
  • 7.82%10 Years
  • 8.90%Since Inception
    12/31/1991

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 09/30/2025 % of Total (Updated Quarterly)

Industrials38.58%
Information Technology15.26%
Consumer Discretionary13.22%
Financials8.25%
Real Estate7.82%

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Manager and Commentary

About the Team

Royce Investment

Royce Investment Partners specializes in small-cap investing, managing both U.S. and international portfolios for individual investors, financial advisors, and institutions. The firm is generally regarded as a pioneer in small-cap investing. Focusing on this distinctive asset class for more than 45 years has given Royce an unparalleled domain knowledge of the small-company investment universe.

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Managed Strategy Since 2004

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Managed Strategy Since 2007

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Managed Strategy Since 2015

Portfolio Manager Profile
Years of Experience
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Composite Performance

Calendar Year Returns

As of 09/30/2025

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Royce Premier Portfolios - Net (%)
Royce Premier Portfolios - Pure Gross (%)
Russell 2000 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 10/31/2025 (Updated Monthly)

Number of Issuers
Portfolio
50
Benchmark
1,957

Portfolio Statistics

As of 10/31/2025 (Updated Monthly)

Median Market Cap (USD)
Portfolio
$6.74 Billion
Benchmark
$3.38 Billion
Price to Earnings (12-Month Forward)
Portfolio
21.83x
Benchmark
16.91x
Estimated 3-5 Year EPS Growth
Portfolio
12.93%
Benchmark
10.64%
Dividend Yield 1
Portfolio
0.95%
Benchmark
1.26%
Price to Book
Portfolio
4.32x
Benchmark
3.02x
Weighted Average Market Capitalization (USD)
Portfolio
$7.46 Billion
Benchmark
$4.77 Billion

Portfolio characteristics, holdings, sector and market capitalization allocations are subject to change at any time and are based on a model portfolio. Individual client portfolios in the program may differ, sometimes significantly, from those shown. This information does not constitute, and should not be construed as, investment advice or recommendations with respect to the securities and sectors listed.

Sector Allocation

As of 09/30/2025 % of Total (Updated Quarterly)

Sector % of Total
Benchmark
Industrials
38.58%17.71%
Information Technology
15.26%15.50%
Consumer Discretionary
13.22%9.90%
Financials
8.25%18.00%
Real Estate
7.82%5.80%
Materials
7.42%4.24%
Health Care
1.93%15.97%
Consumer Staples
1.61%1.99%
Energy
4.83%
Utilities
3.27%
Communication Services
2.78%
Cash & Cash Equivalents
5.89%

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Portfolio characteristics, holdings, sector and market capitalization allocations are subject to change at any time and are based on a model portfolio. Individual client portfolios in the program may differ, sometimes significantly, from those shown. This information does not constitute, and should not be construed as, investment advice or recommendations with respect to the securities and sectors listed.

Top Equity Issuers

As of 09/30/2025 (Updated Quarterly)

Holdings Portfolio
MKS Inc
4.12%
JBT Marel Corp
3.63%
Arcosa Inc
3.54%
FirstService Corp
3.51%
Colliers International Group Inc
3.34%
Cirrus Logic Inc
3.24%
Quaker Chemical Corp
3.08%
RB Global Inc
3.07%
ESCO Technologies Inc
3.04%
Valmont Industries Inc
2.89%

 

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Documents

Product Documents
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Factsheet - Royce Premier Portfolios SMADownload Document
FTPPG Regulatory DisclosuresMailed hardcopies unavailable.Download Document
Pitchbook - Royce Premier Portfolios

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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. To the extent the portfolio invests in a concentration of certain securities, regions or industries, it is subject to increased volatility. Equity securities are subject to price fluctuation and possible loss of principal. Liquidity risk exists when securities or other investments become more difficult to sell, or are unable to be sold, at the price at which they have been valued. The investment style may become out of favor, which may have a negative impact on performance.

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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: Royce Investment Partners. 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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Franklin Templeton (FT) is not undertaking to provide impartial advice. Nothing herein is intended to provide fiduciary advice. FT has a financial interest.

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CFA® and Chartered Financial Analyst® are trademarks owned by CFA Institute.

Indexes are unmanaged and one cannot invest directly in an index. They do not reflect any fees, expenses or sales charges. 

The Russell 2000 Index measures the performance of the small-cap segment of the U.S. equity universe.
Source: FTSE.

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.