Putnam Emerging Markets Equity Fund Class C (PEMZX)
| Fund Assets | 688.03M |
| Expense Ratio | 2.04% |
| Min. Investment | $500 |
| Turnover | 96.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.12 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.72% |
| Dividend Growth | n/a |
| Payout Frequency | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | n/a |
| Previous Close | 19.37 |
| YTD Return | 12.98% |
| 1-Year Return | 44.69% |
| 5-Year Return | 15.38% |
| 52-Week Low | 12.01 |
| 52-Week High | 19.46 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 63 |
| Inception Date | Sep 29, 2008 |
About PEMZX
The Putnam Emerging Markets Equity Fund Class C is a mutual fund designed for investors seeking exposure to the dynamic and diverse landscape of emerging market equities. Its primary objective is long-term capital appreciation, achieved by investing predominantly in common stocks—both growth and value—of companies located in emerging market countries, with a focus on high-conviction names typically numbering between 40 and 60. The fund actively targets inefficiencies and opportunities across these fast-growing markets, often holding significant positions in companies of various sizes, including small and mid-cap stocks. Geographically, the portfolio typically features robust allocations to India, China, Taiwan, South Korea, and select other emerging economies. By concentrating on companies with favorable investment potential, the fund aims to capture the unique growth trajectories and diversification benefits offered by emerging markets. Through its disciplined approach and broad exposure, Putnam Emerging Markets Equity Fund Class C provides a specialized vehicle for gaining access to the vibrant economic environments characteristic of developing regions.
Performance
PEMZX had a total return of 44.69% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 10.25%.
Top 10 Holdings
44.89% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited | 2330 | 13.57% |
| Tencent Holdings Limited | 0700 | 8.30% |
| Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. | 005930 | 5.69% |
| Alibaba Group Holding Ltd Ordinary Shares | 09988 | 3.76% |
| Bank of China Limited | 3988 | 2.78% |
| ICICI Bank Limited | ICICIBANK | 2.24% |
| Bharti Airtel Limited | BHARTIARTL | 2.22% |
| Mahindra & Mahindra Limited | M&M | 2.18% |
| iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF | IEMG | 2.10% |
| PetroChina Company Limited | 0857 | 2.05% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 23, 2024 | $0.121 | Dec 26, 2024 |
| Dec 21, 2023 | $0.004 | Dec 26, 2023 |
| Dec 22, 2021 | $0.817 | Dec 27, 2021 |
| Dec 23, 2020 | $0.259 | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Dec 23, 2019 | $0.074 | Dec 26, 2019 |
| Dec 21, 2018 | $0.206 | Dec 26, 2018 |