TESGX : Templeton Global Smaller Companies Fund Class C

Fund Summary

The investment seeks long-term capital growth. The fund normally invests at least 80% of its net assets in securities of smaller companies located anywhere in the world. The securities in which the fund invests are primarily or predominantly common stocks. The fund may invest a significant amount of its assets in the securities of companies located in emerging markets. It will invest its assets in issuers located in at least three different countries (including the United States) and will invest at least 40% of its net assets in foreign securities.