Our goal1
Long-term capital growth
What we invest in
The Fund invests primarily in the stocks of companies in emerging market nations that the manager identifies as offering better-than-average earnings growth and can be purchased at attractive or reasonable valuation levels.
Our approach
The Fund's manager uses fundamental analysis to find companies with strong growth profiles, taking into account factors such as country location, industry, products, competitive position and management strength. To avoid over-concentration in any one area, the Fund invests in a range of industries, in companies of all market capitalizations, in a minimum of eight different markets and, lastly, does not invest more than 25% of assets in any single country.
What should I know before investing?
Equity securities are subject to price fluctuation and possible loss of principal. Fixed-income securities involve interest rate, credit, inflation and reinvestment risks; and possible loss of principal. An increase in interest rates will reduce the value of fixed-income securities. Small- and mid-cap stocks involve greater risks and volatility than large-cap stocks. International investments are subject to special risks, including currency fluctuations and social, economic and political uncertainties, which could increase volatility. These risks are magnified in emerging markets.
Meet your Esemplia manager
Aquico Wen, CFA and CPA, is your Fund's portfolio manager, and he has over 16 years of investment industry experience.
He leads the investment team at Esemplia Emerging Markets, an investment management firm that has been dedicated to emerging markets equities for over two decades.
Legg Mason's unique structure provides you with access to this specialized expertise, offering a powerful portfolio of solutions through our independent investment management firms.
Category: Emerging Markets Funds
Rankings Details >
| CLASS | NASDAQ | CUSIP |
| A | SMKAX | 52469H677 |
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| B | SBKBX | 52469H669 |
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| C | SBKCX | 52469H651 |
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| I | SBEYX | 52469H644 |
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Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Each fund is ranked based on average annual total returns assuming reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, distributions, at net asset value and the deduction of all fund expenses. Each fund is ranked within a universe of funds similar in portfolio characteristics and capitalizations as defined by Lipper Inc. Rankings do not include the effect of the fund's sales charges. Results would have been less favorable had sales charges been included. A high Lipper ranking does not necessarily imply that a fund achieved positive results for the period. Lipper Inc. is a nationally recognized organization that ranks the performance of mutual funds.
Prior to October 5, 2009, the Fund was known as Legg Mason Partners Emerging Markets Equity Fund. The Fund's investment objective, portfolio managers and investment strategy have not changed. Please see the prospectus for details.
Morningstar ratings are only shown for those funds that have achieved a 4 or 5 star rating.Lipper Top Quartile rankings are shown for those funds that are ranked in the top 25% of their Lipper category.
1There is no guarantee that the Fund’s objective will be met.
*Esemplia Emerging Markets is the trading name of Legg Mason International Equities Limited
Information on Sales Charges, Breakpoints, Sales Charge Waivers and Exchanges
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Class A shares:
- what are the front-end sales loads charged on the purchase of Class A shares
- how to qualify for reduced sales charges or breakpoints
- what kinds of accounts can be combined to qualify for reduced sales charges
- what waivers of front-end sales charges are available
Class B shares:
- what are the contingent deferred sales charges payable upon redemption
- what waivers of deferred sales charges are available
Class C shares:
- what are the contingent deferred sales charges payable upon redemption
- what waivers of deferred sales charges are available
Exchange privileges:
- which funds are exchangeable
- what conditions are applicable
Other share classes may be available for which sales charges, breakpoints, sales charge waivers and exchanges may differ. Please speak to a financial professional or click on the link above.
Exchange Privileges: Many mutual funds that charge front-end sales loads offer a discount on the sales loads for a large investment. The investment levels required to obtain a reduced sales load are commonly referred to as "breakpoints." Typically, you may be entitled to a lower front-end load based on a single transaction if the dollar amount exceeds one or more breakpoints. In addition, some funds offer discounts based on purchases made over time, under a right of accumulation or letter of intent. The criteria for breakpoints for each mutual fund are set out in the fund prospectus and statements of additional information. FINRA issued an Investor Alert to ensure that investors better understand how breakpoints work and what you may need to know to make sure that, should you purchase shares eligible for breakpoints, you are charged the lowest possible front-end sales charge. Visit the
FINRA Website to read the FINRA Investor Alert.
Diversification does not assure a profit or protect against market loss.
INVESTMENT PRODUCTS: NOT FDIC INSURED | NO BANK GUARANTEE | MAY LOSE VALUE
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