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Putnam U.S. Core Equity Concentrated SMA

  • Flexibility to invest across size and style - Seeks companies with durable growth potential across market capitalization and style spectrum
  • Disciplined research process - Pursues long-term, underappreciated growth potential driven by earnings growth, cash flow growth, and upward revaluation potential
  • Rigorous stock selection - Aims to benefit from long-term compounding of portfolio companies to drive superior long-term performance

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Year to Date Returns (Net)
17.53%
As of 12/31/2025
Year to Date Returns (Gross)
21.00%

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Putnam U.S. Core Equity Concentrated SMA

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Overview

See additional performance disclosures in the performance section.

Product Facts

Strategy Description

The Putnam U.S. Core Equity Concentrated SMA is a diversified core equity strategy that seeks the best opportunities across each sector of the benchmark.

Benchmark
Russell 3000 Index
Inception Date
08/31/2018
Asset Class
Equity
Number of IssuersAs of 02/28/2026 (Updated Quarterly)
61

Average Annual Total Returns As of 01/31/2026

View performance section for additional info As of 01/31/2026
  • 15.47%1 Year
  • 20.84%3 Years
  • 13.92%5 Years
  • —10 Years
  • 12.46%Since Inception
    08/31/2018

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

Portfolio breakdown percentages may not total 100% and may be negative due to rounding, use of any derivatives, unsettled trades or other factors.

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As of 02/28/2026 % of Total (Updated Monthly)

Top Sectors
Information Technology26.33%
Financials15.58%
Consumer Discretionary11.82%
Communication Services10.77%
Health Care10.27%

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Manager and Commentary

About the Team

Putnam Investments

Putnam Investments has been serving clients and shareholders for over 85 years. We manage a range of equity portfolios with a focus on stock-specific opportunities. Our approach — stock-driven rather than style-driven — is designed to offer consistent outperformance, regardless of the market environment. Our portfolios are fueled by a variety of independent views and perspectives, enhanced by fundamental research and ongoing dialogue and debate. We combine this with portfolio construction that aims to reduce broader macro exposures and manage downside risk.

Commentary Highlights

December 31, 2025
  • Markets:  US equity markets delivered gains in the fourth quarter, driven by strong earnings, Fed interest-rate cuts, and optimism around artificial intelligence.
  • Contributors:  Stock selection in financials, communication services and consumer discretionary
  • Detractors:  Stock selection in health care, industrials and real estate
  • Outlook:  We are disciplined and pragmatic about valuation and risk, and we will consistently work to remain balanced in our positioning relative to the benchmark.

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Managed Strategy Since 2018

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Managed Strategy Since 2025

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Composite Performance

Average Annual Total Returns

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Putnam U.S. Core Equity Concentrated SMA - Net (%)
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Putnam U.S. Core Equity Concentrated SMA - Gross (%)
Month End
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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.   

Information is based on the composite. Past performance is not an indicator or a guarantee of future performance. Returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. All performance is reported in US dollars.

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. Putnam Investments claims 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
61
Benchmark

Russell 3000 Index

2,937

Portfolio Statistics

As of 02/28/2026 (Updated Monthly)

Median Market Cap (USD)

The weighted median is calculated by first ranking all of the companies in the specified universe in ascending order based on the specified formula. All of the weights for the companies are summed. Then, the function steps through the sorted list while keeping a running total of the weights. The value returned by the function as the weighted median value is that belonging to the company straddling the 50% barrier.

Portfolio
$154.84 Billion
Benchmark

Russell 3000 Index

$2.49 Billion
Estimated 3-5 Year EPS Growth

An estimated measure of the growth of earnings per share over a forward-looking period. For a portfolio, the value represents a weighted average of the stocks it holds.

Portfolio
14.84%
Benchmark

Russell 3000 Index

14.50%
Price to Book

The price per share of a stock divided by its book value (i.e., net worth) per share. For a portfolio, the ratio is the weighted average price/book ratio of the stocks it holds.

Portfolio
4.75x
Benchmark

Russell 3000 Index

4.84x
Price to Earnings (12-Month Forward)

A measure of the price to earnings ratio for a stock using the forecasted earnings for the next 12 months. For a portfolio, the value represents a weighted average of the stocks it holds.

Portfolio
19.30x
Benchmark

Russell 3000 Index

21.82x
Dividend Yield 1
Portfolio
1.11%
Benchmark

Russell 3000 Index

1.18%
Weighted Average Market Capitalization (USD)

A determination of a company's value, calculated by multiplying the total number of company stock shares outstanding by the price per share. For a portfolio, the value represents a weighted average based on the stocks held.

Portfolio
$1,316.92 Billion
Benchmark

Russell 3000 Index

$1,123.41 Billion

Asset Allocation

As of 02/28/2026 (Updated Monthly)

Asset Allocation
Asset Type Portfolio
Common Stock
97.43%
Cash & Other Net Assets
2.57%

 

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Holdings

As of 02/28/2026 (Updated Monthly)

NVIDIA
Apple
Alphabet
Microsoft
Amazon
Meta Platforms
Lam Research
Bank of America
Eli Lilly
Broadcom
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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. The investment style may become out of favor, which may have a negative impact on performance. To the extent the portfolio invests in a concentration of certain securities, regions or industries, it is subject to increased volatility.  The portfolio is non-diversified and may invest in a relatively small number of issuers, which may negatively impact the performance and result in greater fluctuation in value. 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.

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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 3000 Index measures the performance of the 3,000 largest U.S. companies based on total market capitalization.
Source: FTSE.

Putnam Retail Separately Managed Accounts (SMAs): Putnam Investment Management, LLC acts as a discretionary investment manager or non-discretionary model provider in a variety of retail separately managed account programs and platforms (“SMA Programs”) sponsored by non-affiliated financial intermediaries (each, a “Sponsor Firm”). Through various Sponsor Firms, Putnam offers model-delivery SMAs as well as single- and dual-contract SMAs through a range of actively managed strategies. SMA Programs may require a minimum asset level and, depending on specific investment objectives and financial position, may not be appropriate for all investors. The information provided relates to Putnam Investments and its affiliates, which includes Putnam Investment Management, LLC.

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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