Anthony J. Daigle
Portfolio Manager
Mr. Daigle is a Portfolio Manager of Putnam Convertible Securities Fund. He specializes in analyzing equities, performing fundamental research, and selecting securities for Putnam’s convertible securities strategies. Previously at Putnam, Mr. Daigle served as an Investment Associate and an Analyst in the Equity Research group. In these roles, he was responsible for conducting fundamental analysis, assessing company valuations, and making buy/sell recommendations across multiple sectors. He has been in the investment industry since he joined Putnam in 2004.
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