Putnam Small Cap Growth Fund Class A (PNSAX)
| Fund Assets | 2.95B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.21% |
| Min. Investment | $500 |
| Turnover | 51.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.34 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.42% |
| Dividend Growth | n/a |
| Payout Frequency | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 75.75 |
| YTD Return | -0.28% |
| 1-Year Return | 21.27% |
| 5-Year Return | 30.63% |
| 52-Week Low | 59.82 |
| 52-Week High | 88.08 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 98 |
| Inception Date | Dec 31, 1997 |
About PNSAX
Putnam Small Cap Growth Fund Class A is an actively managed mutual fund focused on capital appreciation by investing primarily in the common stocks of small U.S. companies. The fund targets growth stocks—companies whose earnings are anticipated to expand at a rate faster than the market average—across sectors such as healthcare, technology, industrials, and financial services. Its portfolio typically invests at least 80% of assets in small-cap firms comparable to those in the Russell 2000 Growth Index, offering diversified exposure to businesses in the early stages of expansion. With a history dating back to 1997 and total assets around $2.8 billion, this fund plays a significant role in the small-cap growth segment, appealing to investors seeking opportunities in dynamic, rapidly developing U.S. companies. The fund’s approach provides a way to participate in the long-term growth potential of innovative enterprises that drive economic progress in emerging market segments.
Performance
PNSAX had a total return of 21.27% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 10.62%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FECGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Small Cap Growth Index Fund | 0.05% |
| FCIGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Growth Fund - Class I | 1.07% |
| FCPGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Small Cap Growth Fund | 1.05% |
| FCTGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Growth Fund - Class M | 1.58% |
| FCCGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Growth Fund - Class C | 2.08% |
Other Share Classes
These are alternative share classes of the same fund, from the same provider.
| Symbol | Share Class | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| PSGRX | Class R Shares | 1.46% |
Top 10 Holdings
26.07% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. | AEIS | 3.37% |
| Comfort Systems USA, Inc. | FIX | 3.17% |
| Nova Ltd. | NVMI | 2.99% |
| Carpenter Technology Corporation | CRS | 2.81% |
| RBC Bearings Incorporated | RBC | 2.81% |
| Bloom Energy Corporation | BE | 2.55% |
| The Ensign Group, Inc. | ENSG | 2.40% |
| Fabrinet | FN | 2.07% |
| VSE Corporation | VSEC | 1.98% |
| Huron Consulting Group Inc. | HURN | 1.92% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 2025 | $0.3388 | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Dec 6, 2021 | $10.337 | Dec 8, 2021 |
| Dec 4, 2020 | $3.340 | Dec 8, 2020 |
| Dec 5, 2019 | $0.945 | Dec 9, 2019 |
| Aug 22, 2018 | $0.680 | Aug 24, 2018 |
| Dec 7, 2016 | $0.001 | Dec 9, 2016 |