Recent performance benefited from receipt of an Enron Class Action Settlement pertaining to investments made prior to 2002.

The Russell 1000 Growth Index is an unmanaged index of those companies in the large-cap Russell 1000 Index chosen for their growth orientation. You cannot invest directly in an index.

Consider these risks before investing: The fund invests some or all of its assets in small and/or midsize companies. Such investments increase the risk of greater price fluctuations. Stocks with above-average earnings may be more volatile, especially if earnings do not continue to grow.

Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses of a fund before investing. For a prospectus, or a summary prospectus if available, containing this and other information for any Putnam fund or product, contact your financial representative, call Putnam at 1-888-4-PUTNAM (1-888-478-8626), or click on the prospectus section to view or download a prospectus. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing.

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