Singapore , JUNE 18, 2025 - Franklin Templeton today announced the introduction of Putnam Investments’ strategies in Asia, beginning with the launch of the FTGF Putnam US Research Fund in Singapore and Hong Kong. This milestone reflects Franklin Templeton’s ongoing commitment to expanding client access to differentiated investment opportunities. The firm plans to introduce a range of Putnam’s flagship strategies — known for their consistent performance and stock - driven approach — across the region. Putnam Investments joined Franklin Templeton’s group of specialist investment managers in 2024.
The FTGF Putnam US Research Fund1 has been registered as an authorised scheme for retail investors in Singapore and a uthorised by the Securities and Futures Commission in Hong Kong for retail investors2 . The Fund offers investors US large - cap equity exposure, focusing on stock selection as the primary driver of active return and maintains a sector - neutral portfolio backed by Putnam Investments’ extensive research capabilities, including analysts based in Boston, London, and Singapore .