Putnam Core Equity Fund A (Putnam Multi-Cap Core Fd A Shs) Fonds

The fund invests mainly in common stocks (growth or value stocks or both) of U.S. companies of any size that the adviser believes have favorable investment potential. The adviser may also consider other factors the advisor believes will cause the stock price to rise. The adviser may consider, among other factors, a company's valuation, financial strength, growth potential, competitive position in its industry, projected future earnings, cash flows and dividends when deciding whether to buy or sell investments.