Russell Kinnel
Russell Kinnel
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If you thought you were the only one having a hard time finding a good small-cap fund, foreign or domestic, that was still open and not too bloated from assets, think again.
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Putnam is in the early stages of a restructuring effort aimed at providing better, more reliable performance. It may be years before Putnam funds have a lot of appeal. Stock-picking skill and experience aren't changed overnight. Even if Haldeman and (head of research Josh) Brooks succeed, it will be years before their changes can markedly improve investment results.