Prior returns are adjusted to reflect applicable sales charge (but were not adjusted for other expenses). (funds.eatonvance.com)
Performance for class B, C, M, R, and Y shares prior to their inception is derived from the historical performance of class A shares, adjusted for the applicable sales charge (or CDSC) and, except for class Y shares, the higher operating expenses for such shares (with the exception of Putnam Tax - Free High Yield Fund and Putnam AMT - Free Municipal Fund, which are based on the historical performance of class B shares). (putnam.com)
Performance for class B, C, M, R, T, and Y shares prior to their inception is derived from the historical performance of class A shares, adjusted for the applicable sales charge (or CDSC) and, except for class Y shares, the higher operating expenses for such shares (with the exception of Putnam Tax - Free High Yield Fund and Putnam AMT - Free Municipal Fund, which are based on the historical performance of class B shares). (putnam.com)