# EDGAR Filing Document

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## Filing Content

## Filing Summary
**0001193125-26-233850.hdr.sgml**: 20260521

**ACCESSION NUMBER**: 0001193125-26-233850

**CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE**: N-CSR

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**CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT**: 20260331

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**DATE AS OF CHANGE**: 20260521

**EFFECTIVENESS DATE**: 20260521

**FILER**: 

**COMPANY DATA:**
- **COMPANY CONFORMED NAME:** John Hancock Funds III
- **CENTRAL INDEX KEY:** 0001329954

**ORGANIZATION NAME:**
- **EIN:** 000000000
- **STATE OF INCORPORATION:** MA
- **FISCAL YEAR END:** 0331

**FILING VALUES:**
- **FORM TYPE:** N-CSR
- **SEC ACT:** 1940 Act
- **SEC FILE NUMBER:** 811-21777
- **FILM NUMBER:** 261006507

**BUSINESS ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** C/O JOHN HANCOCK FUNDS
- **STREET 2:** 200 BERKELEY STREET
- **CITY:** BOSTON
- **STATE:** MA
- **ZIP:** 02116
- **BUSINESS PHONE:** 6176633000

**MAIL ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** C/O JOHN HANCOCK FUNDS
- **STREET 2:** 200 BERKELEY STREET
- **CITY:** BOSTON
- **STATE:** MA
- **ZIP:** 02116

## Series and Classes Contracts Data

### John Hancock International Growth Fund (Series ID: S000001412)

| Class ID   | Class Name   | Ticker Symbol   |
|:---|:---|:---|
| C000003785 | Class A      | GOIGX           |
| C000003787 | Class C      | GONCX           |
| C000003788 | Class I      | GOGIX           |
| C000003791 | Class 1      | GOIOX           |
| C000153988 | Class R2     | JHIGX           |
| C000153989 | Class R4     | JIGIX           |
| C000153990 | Class R6     | JIGTX           |
| C000156262 | Class NAV    | JIGHX           |

### John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund (Series ID: S000015906)

| Class ID   | Class Name   | Ticker Symbol   |
|:---|:---|:---|
| C000043686 | Class I      | JGYIX           |
| C000043689 | Class A      | JGYAX           |
| C000043691 | Class C      | JGYCX           |
| C000106446 | Class R6     | JGRSX           |
| C000113315 | Class R2     | JGSRX           |

### John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund (Series ID: S000023715)

| Class ID   | Class Name   | Ticker Symbol   |
|:---|:---|:---|
| C000069762 | Class A      | JVLAX           |
| C000069764 | Class C      | JVLCX           |
| C000069766 | Class I      | JVLIX           |
| C000076626 | Class R4     | JDVFX           |
| C000076627 | Class R5     | JDVVX           |
| C000078799 | Class NAV    | JDVNX           |
| C000104499 | Class R6     | JDVWX           |
| C000111293 | Class R2     | JDVPX           |

### John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (Series ID: S000028882)

| Class ID   | Class Name   | Ticker Symbol   |
|:---|:---|:---|
| C000088535 | Class A      | JVMAX           |
| C000088536 | Class I      | JVMIX           |
| C000105879 | Class C      | JVMCX           |
| C000106449 | Class R6     | JVMRX           |
| C000113318 | Class R2     | JVMSX           |
| C000128515 | Class R4     | JVMTX           |

### John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund (Series ID: S000035055)

| Class ID   | Class Name   | Ticker Symbol   |
|:---|:---|:---|
| C000107855 | Class A      | JSGAX           |
| C000107856 | Class I      | JSGIX           |
| C000107857 | Class NAV    | JSGBX           |
| C000145658 | Class C      | JSGCX           |
| C000153994 | Class R2     | JSGRX           |
| C000153995 | Class R4     | JHSGX           |
| C000153996 | Class R6     | JSGTX           |

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#### UNITED STATES

#### SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

#### Washington, D.C. 20549

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#### &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; FORM N-CSR

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#### CERTIFIED SHAREHOLDER REPORT OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES

#### Investment Company Act file number

#### 811-21777

#### JOHN HANCOCK FUNDS III
(Exact name of registrant as specified in charter)

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200 BERKELEY STREET, BOSTON, MA 02116

(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip code)

SALVATORE SCHIAVONE

TREASURER

200 BERKELEY STREET

BOSTON, MA 02116

(Name and address of agent for service)

#### Registrant's telephone number, including area code:
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(617) 543-9634

#### Date of fiscal year end:

#### March 31

#### Date of reporting period:

#### March 31, 2026
ITEM 1. REPORTS TO STOCKHOLDERS

The Registrant prepared the following annual reports to shareholders for the year ended March 31, 2026:

* John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund 

* John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund 

* John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund 

* John Hancock International Growth Fund 

* John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund 

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

Class A/JVLAX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| Disciplined Value Fund<br>(Class A/JVLAX) | $104 | 0.95% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Disciplined Value Fund (Class A/JVLAX) returned 19.22% (excluding sales charges) for the year ended March 31, 2026. Despite a sell-off in March 2026 caused by the start of the war in Iran, U.S. equities registered strong returns in the annual period. The combination of steady economic growth, robust corporate earnings, and accommodative U.S. Federal Reserve policy all helped support investors' appetite for risk. Value stocks, while outperforming in the first quarter of 2026, lagged the broader market over the full 12 months.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| The semiconductor stocks Micron Technology, Inc. and Applied Materials, Inc., which benefited from expectations for rising demand fueled by the artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure buildout, were the leading contributors to absolute returns in the sector. Flex, Ltd. and Oracle Corp. also produced strong gains.

**Industrials** \| Positions in aerospace/defense stocks were key contributors, led by L3Harris Technologies, Inc. The trucking companies C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. and Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. also performed well, as did FedEx Corp.

**Other areas of strength** \| Holdings in materials, energy, and financials made meaningful contributions, as well. Kinross Gold Corp., Marathon Petroleum Corp., and JPMorgan Chase & Co. were the leading contributors in the three sectors, respectively.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Health care** \| UnitedHealth Group, Inc., which was hurt by questions about its billing practices, a management change, and weaker profit margins, accounted for the majority of the shortfall.

**Consumer discretionary** \| This was the only other sector in which the fund's holdings posted a negative absolute return. Amazon.com, Inc., and lululemon athletica, Inc., both of which were added during the course of the period, were the primary detractors.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464677.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Disciplined Value Fund (Class A/JVLAX) | 13.24% | 9.75% | 10.77% |
| Disciplined Value Fund (Class A/JVLAX)—excluding sales charge | 19.22% | 10.89% | 11.34% |
| Russell 1000 Index | 17.74% | 11.34% | 13.97% |
| Russell 1000 Value Index | 15.87% | 9.43% | 10.58% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Figures reflect maximum sales charge on Class A shares of 5.00%. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$16992910855 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;81 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$99503860 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | 4.1% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | 2.7% |
| Philip Morris International, Inc. | 2.3% |
| Kinross Gold Corp. | 2.2% |
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 2.1% |
| U.S. Foods Holding Corp. | 2.0% |
| Micron Technology, Inc. | 2.0% |
| Applied Materials, Inc. | 2.0% |
| CRH PLC | 2.0% |
| Cencora, Inc. | 1.9% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Financials | 20.6% |
| Industrials | 16.2% |
| Information technology | 12.7% |
| Health care | 10.3% |
| Energy | 8.0% |
| Materials | 7.9% |
| Consumer staples | 7.1% |
| Utilities | 5.4% |
| Consumer discretionary | 4.9% |
| Communication services | 3.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 3.2% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346148

340A-A

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

Class C/JVLCX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

 **What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

 *(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br> of a $10,000 investment** |
| Disciplined Value Fund<br> (Class C/JVLCX) | $186 | 1.70% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Disciplined Value Fund (Class C/JVLCX) returned 18.32% (excluding sales charges) for the year ended March 31, 2026. Despite a sell-off in March 2026 caused by the start of the war in Iran, U.S. equities registered strong returns in the annual period. The combination of steady economic growth, robust corporate earnings, and accommodative U.S. Federal Reserve policy all helped support investors' appetite for risk. Value stocks, while outperforming in the first quarter of 2026, lagged the broader market over the full 12 months.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
 **Information technology** \| The semiconductor stocks Micron Technology, Inc. and Applied Materials, Inc., which benefited from expectations for rising demand fueled by the artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure buildout, were the leading contributors to absolute returns in the sector. Flex, Ltd. and Oracle Corp. also produced strong gains.

 **Industrials** \| Positions in aerospace/defense stocks were key contributors, led by L3Harris Technologies, Inc. The trucking companies C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. and Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. also performed well, as did FedEx Corp.

 **Other areas of strength** \| Holdings in materials, energy, and financials made meaningful contributions, as well. Kinross Gold Corp., Marathon Petroleum Corp., and JPMorgan Chase & Co. were the leading contributors in the three sectors, respectively.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
 **Health care** \| UnitedHealth Group, Inc., which was hurt by questions about its billing practices, a management change, and weaker profit margins, accounted for the majority of the shortfall.

 **Consumer discretionary** \| This was the only other sector in which the fund's holdings posted a negative absolute return. Amazon.com, Inc., and lululemon athletica, Inc., both of which were added during the course of the period, were the primary detractors.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464646.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Disciplined Value Fund (Class C/JVLCX) | 17.32% | 10.05% | 10.51% |
| Disciplined Value Fund (Class C/JVLCX)—excluding sales charge | 18.32% | 10.05% | 10.51% |
| Russell 1000 Index | 17.74% | 11.34% | 13.97% |
| Russell 1000 Value Index | 15.87% | 9.43% | 10.58% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Class C shares sold within one year of purchase are subject to a 1.00% contingent deferred sales charge. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$16992910855 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;81 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$99503860 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

 **Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | 4.1% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | 2.7% |
| Philip Morris International, Inc. | 2.3% |
| Kinross Gold Corp. | 2.2% |
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 2.1% |
| U.S. Foods Holding Corp. | 2.0% |
| Micron Technology, Inc. | 2.0% |
| Applied Materials, Inc. | 2.0% |
| CRH PLC | 2.0% |
| Cencora, Inc. | 1.9% |

---

 **Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Financials | 20.6% |
| Industrials | 16.2% |
| Information technology | 12.7% |
| Health care | 10.3% |
| Energy | 8.0% |
| Materials | 7.9% |
| Consumer staples | 7.1% |
| Utilities | 5.4% |
| Consumer discretionary | 4.9% |
| Communication services | 3.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 3.2% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

 *The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus 

* Financial information 

* Fund holdings 

* Proxy voting information 

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

 **This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346148

340A-C

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

Class I/JVLIX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| Disciplined Value Fund<br>(Class I/JVLIX) | $77 | 0.70% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Disciplined Value Fund (Class I/JVLIX) returned 19.51% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Despite a sell-off in March 2026 caused by the start of the war in Iran, U.S. equities registered strong returns in the annual period. The combination of steady economic growth, robust corporate earnings, and accommodative U.S. Federal Reserve policy all helped support investors' appetite for risk. Value stocks, while outperforming in the first quarter of 2026, lagged the broader market over the full 12 months.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| The semiconductor stocks Micron Technology, Inc. and Applied Materials, Inc., which benefited from expectations for rising demand fueled by the artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure buildout, were the leading contributors to absolute returns in the sector. Flex, Ltd. and Oracle Corp. also produced strong gains.

**Industrials** \| Positions in aerospace/defense stocks were key contributors, led by L3Harris Technologies, Inc. The trucking companies C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. and Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. also performed well, as did FedEx Corp.

**Other areas of strength** \| Holdings in materials, energy, and financials made meaningful contributions, as well. Kinross Gold Corp., Marathon Petroleum Corp., and JPMorgan Chase & Co. were the leading contributors in the three sectors, respectively.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Health care** \| UnitedHealth Group, Inc., which was hurt by questions about its billing practices, a management change, and weaker profit margins, accounted for the majority of the shortfall.

**Consumer discretionary** \| This was the only other sector in which the fund's holdings posted a negative absolute return. Amazon.com, Inc., and lululemon athletica, Inc., both of which were added during the course of the period, were the primary detractors.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $250,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $250,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464637.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Disciplined Value Fund (Class I/JVLIX) | 19.51% | 11.16% | 11.61% |
| Russell 1000 Index | 17.74% | 11.34% | 13.97% |
| Russell 1000 Value Index | 15.87% | 9.43% | 10.58% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$16992910855 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;81 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$99503860 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | 4.1% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | 2.7% |
| Philip Morris International, Inc. | 2.3% |
| Kinross Gold Corp. | 2.2% |
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 2.1% |
| U.S. Foods Holding Corp. | 2.0% |
| Micron Technology, Inc. | 2.0% |
| Applied Materials, Inc. | 2.0% |
| CRH PLC | 2.0% |
| Cencora, Inc. | 1.9% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Financials | 20.6% |
| Industrials | 16.2% |
| Information technology | 12.7% |
| Health care | 10.3% |
| Energy | 8.0% |
| Materials | 7.9% |
| Consumer staples | 7.1% |
| Utilities | 5.4% |
| Consumer discretionary | 4.9% |
| Communication services | 3.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 3.2% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346148

340A-I

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

Class NAV/JDVNX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/underlying-funds. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-344-1029.

 **What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

 *(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br> of a $10,000 investment** |
| Disciplined Value Fund<br> (Class NAV/JDVNX) | $65 | 0.59% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Disciplined Value Fund (Class NAV/JDVNX) returned 19.65% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Despite a sell-off in March 2026 caused by the start of the war in Iran, U.S. equities registered strong returns in the annual period. The combination of steady economic growth, robust corporate earnings, and accommodative U.S. Federal Reserve policy all helped support investors' appetite for risk. Value stocks, while outperforming in the first quarter of 2026, lagged the broader market over the full 12 months.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
 **Information technology** \| The semiconductor stocks Micron Technology, Inc. and Applied Materials, Inc., which benefited from expectations for rising demand fueled by the artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure buildout, were the leading contributors to absolute returns in the sector. Flex, Ltd. and Oracle Corp. also produced strong gains.

 **Industrials** \| Positions in aerospace/defense stocks were key contributors, led by L3Harris Technologies, Inc. The trucking companies C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. and Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. also performed well, as did FedEx Corp.

 **Other areas of strength** \| Holdings in materials, energy, and financials made meaningful contributions, as well. Kinross Gold Corp., Marathon Petroleum Corp., and JPMorgan Chase & Co. were the leading contributors in the three sectors, respectively.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
 **Health care** \| UnitedHealth Group, Inc., which was hurt by questions about its billing practices, a management change, and weaker profit margins, accounted for the majority of the shortfall.

 **Consumer discretionary** \| This was the only other sector in which the fund's holdings posted a negative absolute return. Amazon.com, Inc., and lululemon athletica, Inc., both of which were added during the course of the period, were the primary detractors.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464514.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Disciplined Value Fund (Class NAV/JDVNX) | 19.65% | 11.29% | 11.75% |
| Russell 1000 Index | 17.74% | 11.34% | 13.97% |
| Russell 1000 Value Index | 15.87% | 9.43% | 10.58% |

---

 **Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.**

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$16992910855 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;81 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$99503860 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

 **Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | 4.1% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | 2.7% |
| Philip Morris International, Inc. | 2.3% |
| Kinross Gold Corp. | 2.2% |
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 2.1% |
| U.S. Foods Holding Corp. | 2.0% |
| Micron Technology, Inc. | 2.0% |
| Applied Materials, Inc. | 2.0% |
| CRH PLC | 2.0% |
| Cencora, Inc. | 1.9% |

---

 **Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Financials | 20.6% |
| Industrials | 16.2% |
| Information technology | 12.7% |
| Health care | 10.3% |
| Energy | 8.0% |
| Materials | 7.9% |
| Consumer staples | 7.1% |
| Utilities | 5.4% |
| Consumer discretionary | 4.9% |
| Communication services | 3.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 3.2% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

 *The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![Underlying site QR code](images_5590.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/underlying-funds, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus 

* Financial information 

* Fund holdings 

* Proxy voting information 

 **This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346148

340A-NAV

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

Class R2/JDVPX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

 **What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

 *(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br> of a $10,000 investment** |
| Disciplined Value Fund<br> (Class R2/JDVPX) | $120 | 1.10% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Disciplined Value Fund (Class R2/JDVPX) returned 19.04% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Despite a sell-off in March 2026 caused by the start of the war in Iran, U.S. equities registered strong returns in the annual period. The combination of steady economic growth, robust corporate earnings, and accommodative U.S. Federal Reserve policy all helped support investors' appetite for risk. Value stocks, while outperforming in the first quarter of 2026, lagged the broader market over the full 12 months.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
 **Information technology** \| The semiconductor stocks Micron Technology, Inc. and Applied Materials, Inc., which benefited from expectations for rising demand fueled by the artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure buildout, were the leading contributors to absolute returns in the sector. Flex, Ltd. and Oracle Corp. also produced strong gains.

 **Industrials** \| Positions in aerospace/defense stocks were key contributors, led by L3Harris Technologies, Inc. The trucking companies C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. and Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. also performed well, as did FedEx Corp.

 **Other areas of strength** \| Holdings in materials, energy, and financials made meaningful contributions, as well. Kinross Gold Corp., Marathon Petroleum Corp., and JPMorgan Chase & Co. were the leading contributors in the three sectors, respectively.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
 **Health care** \| UnitedHealth Group, Inc., which was hurt by questions about its billing practices, a management change, and weaker profit margins, accounted for the majority of the shortfall.

 **Consumer discretionary** \| This was the only other sector in which the fund's holdings posted a negative absolute return. Amazon.com, Inc., and lululemon athletica, Inc., both of which were added during the course of the period, were the primary detractors.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464606.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Disciplined Value Fund (Class R2/JDVPX) | 19.04% | 10.72% | 11.18% |
| Russell 1000 Index | 17.74% | 11.34% | 13.97% |
| Russell 1000 Value Index | 15.87% | 9.43% | 10.58% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$16992910855 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;81 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$99503860 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

 **Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | 4.1% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | 2.7% |
| Philip Morris International, Inc. | 2.3% |
| Kinross Gold Corp. | 2.2% |
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 2.1% |
| U.S. Foods Holding Corp. | 2.0% |
| Micron Technology, Inc. | 2.0% |
| Applied Materials, Inc. | 2.0% |
| CRH PLC | 2.0% |
| Cencora, Inc. | 1.9% |

---

 **Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Financials | 20.6% |
| Industrials | 16.2% |
| Information technology | 12.7% |
| Health care | 10.3% |
| Energy | 8.0% |
| Materials | 7.9% |
| Consumer staples | 7.1% |
| Utilities | 5.4% |
| Consumer discretionary | 4.9% |
| Communication services | 3.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 3.2% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

 *The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus 

* Financial information 

* Fund holdings 

* Proxy voting information 

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

 **This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346148

340A-R2

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

Class R4/JDVFX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| Disciplined Value Fund<br>(Class R4/JDVFX) | $93 | 0.85% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Disciplined Value Fund (Class R4/JDVFX) returned 19.35% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Despite a sell-off in March 2026 caused by the start of the war in Iran, U.S. equities registered strong returns in the annual period. The combination of steady economic growth, robust corporate earnings, and accommodative U.S. Federal Reserve policy all helped support investors' appetite for risk. Value stocks, while outperforming in the first quarter of 2026, lagged the broader market over the full 12 months.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| The semiconductor stocks Micron Technology, Inc. and Applied Materials, Inc., which benefited from expectations for rising demand fueled by the artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure buildout, were the leading contributors to absolute returns in the sector. Flex, Ltd. and Oracle Corp. also produced strong gains.

**Industrials** \| Positions in aerospace/defense stocks were key contributors, led by L3Harris Technologies, Inc. The trucking companies C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. and Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. also performed well, as did FedEx Corp.

**Other areas of strength** \| Holdings in materials, energy, and financials made meaningful contributions, as well. Kinross Gold Corp., Marathon Petroleum Corp., and JPMorgan Chase & Co. were the leading contributors in the three sectors, respectively.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Health care** \| UnitedHealth Group, Inc., which was hurt by questions about its billing practices, a management change, and weaker profit margins, accounted for the majority of the shortfall.

**Consumer discretionary** \| This was the only other sector in which the fund's holdings posted a negative absolute return. Amazon.com, Inc., and lululemon athletica, Inc., both of which were added during the course of the period, were the primary detractors.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464597.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Disciplined Value Fund (Class R4/JDVFX) | 19.35% | 11.00% | 11.46% |
| Russell 1000 Index | 17.74% | 11.34% | 13.97% |
| Russell 1000 Value Index | 15.87% | 9.43% | 10.58% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$16992910855 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;81 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$99503860 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | 4.1% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | 2.7% |
| Philip Morris International, Inc. | 2.3% |
| Kinross Gold Corp. | 2.2% |
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 2.1% |
| U.S. Foods Holding Corp. | 2.0% |
| Micron Technology, Inc. | 2.0% |
| Applied Materials, Inc. | 2.0% |
| CRH PLC | 2.0% |
| Cencora, Inc. | 1.9% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Financials | 20.6% |
| Industrials | 16.2% |
| Information technology | 12.7% |
| Health care | 10.3% |
| Energy | 8.0% |
| Materials | 7.9% |
| Consumer staples | 7.1% |
| Utilities | 5.4% |
| Consumer discretionary | 4.9% |
| Communication services | 3.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 3.2% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346148

340A-R4

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

Class R5/JDVVX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| Disciplined Value Fund<br>(Class R5/JDVVX) | $71 | 0.65% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Disciplined Value Fund (Class R5/JDVVX) returned 19.60% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Despite a sell-off in March 2026 caused by the start of the war in Iran, U.S. equities registered strong returns in the annual period. The combination of steady economic growth, robust corporate earnings, and accommodative U.S. Federal Reserve policy all helped support investors' appetite for risk. Value stocks, while outperforming in the first quarter of 2026, lagged the broader market over the full 12 months.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| The semiconductor stocks Micron Technology, Inc. and Applied Materials, Inc., which benefited from expectations for rising demand fueled by the artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure buildout, were the leading contributors to absolute returns in the sector. Flex, Ltd. and Oracle Corp. also produced strong gains.

**Industrials** \| Positions in aerospace/defense stocks were key contributors, led by L3Harris Technologies, Inc. The trucking companies C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. and Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. also performed well, as did FedEx Corp.

**Other areas of strength** \| Holdings in materials, energy, and financials made meaningful contributions, as well. Kinross Gold Corp., Marathon Petroleum Corp., and JPMorgan Chase & Co. were the leading contributors in the three sectors, respectively.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Health care** \| UnitedHealth Group, Inc., which was hurt by questions about its billing practices, a management change, and weaker profit margins, accounted for the majority of the shortfall.

**Consumer discretionary** \| This was the only other sector in which the fund's holdings posted a negative absolute return. Amazon.com, Inc., and lululemon athletica, Inc., both of which were added during the course of the period, were the primary detractors.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464566.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Disciplined Value Fund (Class R5/JDVVX) | 19.60% | 11.23% | 11.68% |
| Russell 1000 Index | 17.74% | 11.34% | 13.97% |
| Russell 1000 Value Index | 15.87% | 9.43% | 10.58% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$16992910855 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;81 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$99503860 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | 4.1% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | 2.7% |
| Philip Morris International, Inc. | 2.3% |
| Kinross Gold Corp. | 2.2% |
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 2.1% |
| U.S. Foods Holding Corp. | 2.0% |
| Micron Technology, Inc. | 2.0% |
| Applied Materials, Inc. | 2.0% |
| CRH PLC | 2.0% |
| Cencora, Inc. | 1.9% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Financials | 20.6% |
| Industrials | 16.2% |
| Information technology | 12.7% |
| Health care | 10.3% |
| Energy | 8.0% |
| Materials | 7.9% |
| Consumer staples | 7.1% |
| Utilities | 5.4% |
| Consumer discretionary | 4.9% |
| Communication services | 3.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 3.2% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346148

340A-R5

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

Class R6/JDVWX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| Disciplined Value Fund<br>(Class R6/JDVWX) | $66 | 0.60% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Disciplined Value Fund (Class R6/JDVWX) returned 19.61% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Despite a sell-off in March 2026 caused by the start of the war in Iran, U.S. equities registered strong returns in the annual period. The combination of steady economic growth, robust corporate earnings, and accommodative U.S. Federal Reserve policy all helped support investors' appetite for risk. Value stocks, while outperforming in the first quarter of 2026, lagged the broader market over the full 12 months.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| The semiconductor stocks Micron Technology, Inc. and Applied Materials, Inc., which benefited from expectations for rising demand fueled by the artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure buildout, were the leading contributors to absolute returns in the sector. Flex, Ltd. and Oracle Corp. also produced strong gains.

**Industrials** \| Positions in aerospace/defense stocks were key contributors, led by L3Harris Technologies, Inc. The trucking companies C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. and Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. also performed well, as did FedEx Corp.

**Other areas of strength** \| Holdings in materials, energy, and financials made meaningful contributions, as well. Kinross Gold Corp., Marathon Petroleum Corp., and JPMorgan Chase & Co. were the leading contributors in the three sectors, respectively.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Health care** \| UnitedHealth Group, Inc., which was hurt by questions about its billing practices, a management change, and weaker profit margins, accounted for the majority of the shortfall.

**Consumer discretionary** \| This was the only other sector in which the fund's holdings posted a negative absolute return. Amazon.com, Inc., and lululemon athletica, Inc., both of which were added during the course of the period, were the primary detractors.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $1,000,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $1,000,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464545.jpg)

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| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Disciplined Value Fund (Class R6/JDVWX) | 19.61% | 11.28% | 11.74% |
| Russell 1000 Index | 17.74% | 11.34% | 13.97% |
| Russell 1000 Value Index | 15.87% | 9.43% | 10.58% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$16992910855 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;81 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$99503860 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | 4.1% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | 2.7% |
| Philip Morris International, Inc. | 2.3% |
| Kinross Gold Corp. | 2.2% |
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 2.1% |
| U.S. Foods Holding Corp. | 2.0% |
| Micron Technology, Inc. | 2.0% |
| Applied Materials, Inc. | 2.0% |
| CRH PLC | 2.0% |
| Cencora, Inc. | 1.9% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Financials | 20.6% |
| Industrials | 16.2% |
| Information technology | 12.7% |
| Health care | 10.3% |
| Energy | 8.0% |
| Materials | 7.9% |
| Consumer staples | 7.1% |
| Utilities | 5.4% |
| Consumer discretionary | 4.9% |
| Communication services | 3.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 3.2% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346148

340A-R6

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund

Class A/JVMAX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund<br>(Class A/JVMAX) | $118 | 1.10% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (Class A/JVMAX) returned 14.19% (excluding sales charges) for the year ended March 31, 2026. Despite a sell-off in March 2026 caused by the start of the war in Iran, U.S. equities registered strong returns in the annual period. The combination of steady economic growth, robust corporate earnings, and accommodative U.S. Federal Reserve policy all helped support investors' appetite for risk. Mid-cap stocks performed well in this environment, and mid-cap value stocks outpaced the broader asset class.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Industrials** \| The engine parts producer Howmet Aerospace, Inc. and the defense firm L3Harris Technologies, Inc. were the most notable individual contributors, followed by Generac Holdings, Inc.

**Information technology** \| The electronic design and test solutions provider Keysight Technologies, Inc., which was seen as a beneficiary of the artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout, was the top contributor. Seagate Technology Holdings PLC, Jabil, Inc., and Flex, Ltd. also delivered robust performance.

**Other areas of strength** \| Holdings in energy, financials, and materials also made meaningful contributions to absolute performance. TechnipFMC PLC, Evercore, Inc., and CF Industries Holdings, Inc. were the leading contributors in the three sectors, respectively.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Certain individual stocks** \| A few specific positions detracted from results. Check Point Software Technologies, Ltd.—which experienced weaker-than-expected growth—hurt performance, as did the beverage company Primo Brands Corp. and the IT services provider CDW Corp.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464475.jpg)

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| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (Class A/JVMAX) | 8.50% | 7.13% | 9.51% |
| Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (Class A/JVMAX)—excluding sales charge | 14.19% | 8.23% | 10.07% |
| Russell 3000 Index | 18.09% | 10.87% | 13.72% |
| Russell Midcap Value Index | 17.62% | 7.94% | 9.75% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Figures reflect maximum sales charge on Class A shares of 5.00%. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$21871908635 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;139 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$161631654 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| TechnipFMC PLC | 1.8% |
| U.S. Foods Holding Corp. | 1.7% |
| Ameriprise Financial, Inc. | 1.6% |
| LPL Financial Holdings, Inc. | 1.6% |
| AutoZone, Inc. | 1.5% |
| Cencora, Inc. | 1.4% |
| Simon Property Group, Inc. | 1.4% |
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 1.3% |
| Keysight Technologies, Inc. | 1.2% |
| Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. | 1.2% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Industrials | 18.1% |
| Consumer discretionary | 15.2% |
| Financials | 15.1% |
| Information technology | 9.9% |
| Health care | 9.8% |
| Energy | 8.3% |
| Real estate | 6.1% |
| Materials | 5.2% |
| Consumer staples | 5.2% |
| Utilities | 4.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 2.4% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346164

363A-A

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund

Class C/JVMCX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

 **What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

 *(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br> of a $10,000 investment** |
| Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund<br> (Class C/JVMCX) | $197 | 1.85% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (Class C/JVMCX) returned 13.32% (excluding sales charges) for the year ended March 31, 2026. Despite a sell-off in March 2026 caused by the start of the war in Iran, U.S. equities registered strong returns in the annual period. The combination of steady economic growth, robust corporate earnings, and accommodative U.S. Federal Reserve policy all helped support investors' appetite for risk. Mid-cap stocks performed well in this environment, and mid-cap value stocks outpaced the broader asset class.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
 **Industrials** \| The engine parts producer Howmet Aerospace, Inc. and the defense firm L3Harris Technologies, Inc. were the most notable individual contributors, followed by Generac Holdings, Inc.

 **Information technology** \| The electronic design and test solutions provider Keysight Technologies, Inc., which was seen as a beneficiary of the artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout, was the top contributor. Seagate Technology Holdings PLC, Jabil, Inc., and Flex, Ltd. also delivered robust performance.

 **Other areas of strength** \| Holdings in energy, financials, and materials also made meaningful contributions to absolute performance. TechnipFMC PLC, Evercore, Inc., and CF Industries Holdings, Inc. were the leading contributors in the three sectors, respectively.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
 **Certain individual stocks** \| A few specific positions detracted from results. Check Point Software Technologies, Ltd.—which experienced weaker-than-expected growth—hurt performance, as did the beverage company Primo Brands Corp. and the IT services provider CDW Corp.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464454.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (Class C/JVMCX) | 12.32% | 7.42% | 9.25% |
| Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (Class C/JVMCX)—excluding sales charge | 13.32% | 7.42% | 9.25% |
| Russell 3000 Index | 18.09% | 10.87% | 13.72% |
| Russell Midcap Value Index | 17.62% | 7.94% | 9.75% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Class C shares sold within one year of purchase are subject to a 1.00% contingent deferred sales charge. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$21871908635 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;139 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$161631654 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

 **Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| TechnipFMC PLC | 1.8% |
| U.S. Foods Holding Corp. | 1.7% |
| Ameriprise Financial, Inc. | 1.6% |
| LPL Financial Holdings, Inc. | 1.6% |
| AutoZone, Inc. | 1.5% |
| Cencora, Inc. | 1.4% |
| Simon Property Group, Inc. | 1.4% |
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 1.3% |
| Keysight Technologies, Inc. | 1.2% |
| Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. | 1.2% |

---

 **Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Industrials | 18.1% |
| Consumer discretionary | 15.2% |
| Financials | 15.1% |
| Information technology | 9.9% |
| Health care | 9.8% |
| Energy | 8.3% |
| Real estate | 6.1% |
| Materials | 5.2% |
| Consumer staples | 5.2% |
| Utilities | 4.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 2.4% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

 *The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus 

* Financial information 

* Fund holdings 

* Proxy voting information 

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

 **This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346164

363A-C

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund

Class I/JVMIX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

 **What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

 *(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br> of a $10,000 investment** |
| Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund<br> (Class I/JVMIX) | $91 | 0.85% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (Class I/JVMIX) returned 14.48% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Despite a sell-off in March 2026 caused by the start of the war in Iran, U.S. equities registered strong returns in the annual period. The combination of steady economic growth, robust corporate earnings, and accommodative U.S. Federal Reserve policy all helped support investors' appetite for risk. Mid-cap stocks performed well in this environment, and mid-cap value stocks outpaced the broader asset class.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
 **Industrials** \| The engine parts producer Howmet Aerospace, Inc. and the defense firm L3Harris Technologies, Inc. were the most notable individual contributors, followed by Generac Holdings, Inc.

 **Information technology** \| The electronic design and test solutions provider Keysight Technologies, Inc., which was seen as a beneficiary of the artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout, was the top contributor. Seagate Technology Holdings PLC, Jabil, Inc., and Flex, Ltd. also delivered robust performance.

 **Other areas of strength** \| Holdings in energy, financials, and materials also made meaningful contributions to absolute performance. TechnipFMC PLC, Evercore, Inc., and CF Industries Holdings, Inc. were the leading contributors in the three sectors, respectively.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
 **Certain individual stocks** \| A few specific positions detracted from results. Check Point Software Technologies, Ltd.—which experienced weaker-than-expected growth—hurt performance, as did the beverage company Primo Brands Corp. and the IT services provider CDW Corp.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $250,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $250,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464435.jpg)

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| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (Class I/JVMIX) | 14.48% | 8.51% | 10.35% |
| Russell 3000 Index | 18.09% | 10.87% | 13.72% |
| Russell Midcap Value Index | 17.62% | 7.94% | 9.75% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$21871908635 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;139 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$161631654 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

 **Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| TechnipFMC PLC | 1.8% |
| U.S. Foods Holding Corp. | 1.7% |
| Ameriprise Financial, Inc. | 1.6% |
| LPL Financial Holdings, Inc. | 1.6% |
| AutoZone, Inc. | 1.5% |
| Cencora, Inc. | 1.4% |
| Simon Property Group, Inc. | 1.4% |
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 1.3% |
| Keysight Technologies, Inc. | 1.2% |
| Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. | 1.2% |

---

 **Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Industrials | 18.1% |
| Consumer discretionary | 15.2% |
| Financials | 15.1% |
| Information technology | 9.9% |
| Health care | 9.8% |
| Energy | 8.3% |
| Real estate | 6.1% |
| Materials | 5.2% |
| Consumer staples | 5.2% |
| Utilities | 4.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 2.4% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

 *The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus 

* Financial information 

* Fund holdings 

* Proxy voting information 

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

 **This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346164

363A-I

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund

Class R2/JVMSX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund<br>(Class R2/JVMSX) | $133 | 1.24% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (Class R2/JVMSX) returned 14.07% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Despite a sell-off in March 2026 caused by the start of the war in Iran, U.S. equities registered strong returns in the annual period. The combination of steady economic growth, robust corporate earnings, and accommodative U.S. Federal Reserve policy all helped support investors' appetite for risk. Mid-cap stocks performed well in this environment, and mid-cap value stocks outpaced the broader asset class.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Industrials** \| The engine parts producer Howmet Aerospace, Inc. and the defense firm L3Harris Technologies, Inc. were the most notable individual contributors, followed by Generac Holdings, Inc.

**Information technology** \| The electronic design and test solutions provider Keysight Technologies, Inc., which was seen as a beneficiary of the artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout, was the top contributor. Seagate Technology Holdings PLC, Jabil, Inc., and Flex, Ltd. also delivered robust performance.

**Other areas of strength** \| Holdings in energy, financials, and materials also made meaningful contributions to absolute performance. TechnipFMC PLC, Evercore, Inc., and CF Industries Holdings, Inc. were the leading contributors in the three sectors, respectively.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Certain individual stocks** \| A few specific positions detracted from results. Check Point Software Technologies, Ltd.—which experienced weaker-than-expected growth—hurt performance, as did the beverage company Primo Brands Corp. and the IT services provider CDW Corp.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464414.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (Class R2/JVMSX) | 14.07% | 8.09% | 9.92% |
| Russell 3000 Index | 18.09% | 10.87% | 13.72% |
| Russell Midcap Value Index | 17.62% | 7.94% | 9.75% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$21871908635 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;139 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$161631654 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| TechnipFMC PLC | 1.8% |
| U.S. Foods Holding Corp. | 1.7% |
| Ameriprise Financial, Inc. | 1.6% |
| LPL Financial Holdings, Inc. | 1.6% |
| AutoZone, Inc. | 1.5% |
| Cencora, Inc. | 1.4% |
| Simon Property Group, Inc. | 1.4% |
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 1.3% |
| Keysight Technologies, Inc. | 1.2% |
| Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. | 1.2% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Industrials | 18.1% |
| Consumer discretionary | 15.2% |
| Financials | 15.1% |
| Information technology | 9.9% |
| Health care | 9.8% |
| Energy | 8.3% |
| Real estate | 6.1% |
| Materials | 5.2% |
| Consumer staples | 5.2% |
| Utilities | 4.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 2.4% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346164

363A-R2

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund

Class R4/JVMTX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund<br>(Class R4/JVMTX) | $106 | 0.99% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (Class R4/JVMTX) returned 14.35% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Despite a sell-off in March 2026 caused by the start of the war in Iran, U.S. equities registered strong returns in the annual period. The combination of steady economic growth, robust corporate earnings, and accommodative U.S. Federal Reserve policy all helped support investors' appetite for risk. Mid-cap stocks performed well in this environment, and mid-cap value stocks outpaced the broader asset class.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Industrials** \| The engine parts producer Howmet Aerospace, Inc. and the defense firm L3Harris Technologies, Inc. were the most notable individual contributors, followed by Generac Holdings, Inc.

**Information technology** \| The electronic design and test solutions provider Keysight Technologies, Inc., which was seen as a beneficiary of the artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout, was the top contributor. Seagate Technology Holdings PLC, Jabil, Inc., and Flex, Ltd. also delivered robust performance.

**Other areas of strength** \| Holdings in energy, financials, and materials also made meaningful contributions to absolute performance. TechnipFMC PLC, Evercore, Inc., and CF Industries Holdings, Inc. were the leading contributors in the three sectors, respectively.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Certain individual stocks** \| A few specific positions detracted from results. Check Point Software Technologies, Ltd.—which experienced weaker-than-expected growth—hurt performance, as did the beverage company Primo Brands Corp. and the IT services provider CDW Corp.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464383.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (Class R4/JVMTX) | 14.35% | 8.36% | 10.19% |
| Russell 3000 Index | 18.09% | 10.87% | 13.72% |
| Russell Midcap Value Index | 17.62% | 7.94% | 9.75% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$21871908635 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;139 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$161631654 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| TechnipFMC PLC | 1.8% |
| U.S. Foods Holding Corp. | 1.7% |
| Ameriprise Financial, Inc. | 1.6% |
| LPL Financial Holdings, Inc. | 1.6% |
| AutoZone, Inc. | 1.5% |
| Cencora, Inc. | 1.4% |
| Simon Property Group, Inc. | 1.4% |
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 1.3% |
| Keysight Technologies, Inc. | 1.2% |
| Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. | 1.2% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Industrials | 18.1% |
| Consumer discretionary | 15.2% |
| Financials | 15.1% |
| Information technology | 9.9% |
| Health care | 9.8% |
| Energy | 8.3% |
| Real estate | 6.1% |
| Materials | 5.2% |
| Consumer staples | 5.2% |
| Utilities | 4.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 2.4% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346164

363A-R4

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund

Class R6/JVMRX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund<br>(Class R6/JVMRX) | $79 | 0.74% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (Class R6/JVMRX) returned 14.64% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Despite a sell-off in March 2026 caused by the start of the war in Iran, U.S. equities registered strong returns in the annual period. The combination of steady economic growth, robust corporate earnings, and accommodative U.S. Federal Reserve policy all helped support investors' appetite for risk. Mid-cap stocks performed well in this environment, and mid-cap value stocks outpaced the broader asset class.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Industrials** \| The engine parts producer Howmet Aerospace, Inc. and the defense firm L3Harris Technologies, Inc. were the most notable individual contributors, followed by Generac Holdings, Inc.

**Information technology** \| The electronic design and test solutions provider Keysight Technologies, Inc., which was seen as a beneficiary of the artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout, was the top contributor. Seagate Technology Holdings PLC, Jabil, Inc., and Flex, Ltd. also delivered robust performance.

**Other areas of strength** \| Holdings in energy, financials, and materials also made meaningful contributions to absolute performance. TechnipFMC PLC, Evercore, Inc., and CF Industries Holdings, Inc. were the leading contributors in the three sectors, respectively.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Certain individual stocks** \| A few specific positions detracted from results. Check Point Software Technologies, Ltd.—which experienced weaker-than-expected growth—hurt performance, as did the beverage company Primo Brands Corp. and the IT services provider CDW Corp.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $1,000,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $1,000,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464374.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (Class R6/JVMRX) | 14.64% | 8.63% | 10.47% |
| Russell 3000 Index | 18.09% | 10.87% | 13.72% |
| Russell Midcap Value Index | 17.62% | 7.94% | 9.75% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$21871908635 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;139 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$161631654 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| TechnipFMC PLC | 1.8% |
| U.S. Foods Holding Corp. | 1.7% |
| Ameriprise Financial, Inc. | 1.6% |
| LPL Financial Holdings, Inc. | 1.6% |
| AutoZone, Inc. | 1.5% |
| Cencora, Inc. | 1.4% |
| Simon Property Group, Inc. | 1.4% |
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 1.3% |
| Keysight Technologies, Inc. | 1.2% |
| Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. | 1.2% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Industrials | 18.1% |
| Consumer discretionary | 15.2% |
| Financials | 15.1% |
| Information technology | 9.9% |
| Health care | 9.8% |
| Energy | 8.3% |
| Real estate | 6.1% |
| Materials | 5.2% |
| Consumer staples | 5.2% |
| Utilities | 4.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 2.4% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346164

363A-R6

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund

Class A/JGYAX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| Global Shareholder Yield Fund<br>(Class A/JGYAX) | $122 | 1.09% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Global Shareholder Yield Fund (Class A/JGYAX) returned 23.86% (excluding sales charges) for the year ended March 31, 2026. Global equities shook off fears of U.S. tariffs on its trading partners to move higher, supported by enthusiasm for artificial intelligence (AI) and easier monetary policy while global economic growth remained moderate. Gains were tempered late in the reporting period as the outbreak of conflict in Iran disrupted global energy supplies and raised inflation risks.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| Led by Broadcom, Inc., Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd. and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd., semiconductor stocks supporting the buildout of AI, and Dell Technologies, Inc., a maker of servers for AI workloads, information technology contributed significantly to the fund's absolute performance.

**BAWAG Group AG** \| The Austria-based bank serving consumers and small businesses in its home country as well as Germany, Switzerland and the Netherlands saw its shares rise due to strong earnings results, solid shareholder returns via dividends and share buybacks as well as its successful acquisition track record.

**Astellas Pharma, Inc.** \| The Japanese biopharmaceutical company specializing in cancer and women's health treatments was supported by strong sales momentum and positive clinical trials among its cancer drugs that led to improved earnings results.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**LyondellBasell Industries NV** \| The Netherlands-based chemicals company was hurt by weak global demand and higher input costs for chemicals in 2025 that weighed on the company's margins and profitability. The fund exited the position over concern of a potential dividend cut as the oil-based chemical market fundamentals became weak and remained challenged.

**Infrastructure Wireless Italiane SpA** \| The Italian owner and operator of wireless telecom towers saw its stock decline due to two large customers opting out of their contracts, delays in 5G rollouts, increasing debt levels and generally negative sentiment across the European telecom industry.

**Paychex, Inc.** \| The outsourced payroll and human resources provider saw its shares underperform as investors grew concerned that AI could disrupt its business.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464323.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Global Shareholder Yield Fund (Class A/JGYAX) | 17.65% | 10.36% | 8.27% |
| Global Shareholder Yield Fund (Class A/JGYAX)—excluding sales charge | 23.86% | 11.50% | 8.83% |
| MSCI World Index | 18.90% | 10.27% | 11.80% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Figures reflect maximum sales charge on Class A shares of 5.00%. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1324464258 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;110 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$8234168 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Dell Technologies, Inc., Class C | 2.0% |
| Cisco Systems, Inc. | 1.9% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd., ADR | 1.9% |
| Broadcom, Inc. | 1.9% |
| TotalEnergies SE | 1.8% |
| Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company | 1.7% |
| Orange SA | 1.6% |
| Snam SpA | 1.6% |
| Microsoft Corp. | 1.6% |
| AbbVie, Inc. | 1.6% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 19.0% |
| Financials | 13.5% |
| Health care | 11.2% |
| Consumer staples | 9.5% |
| Communication services | 9.3% |
| Energy | 9.1% |
| Utilities | 8.6% |
| Industrials | 7.5% |
| Consumer discretionary | 5.8% |
| Real estate | 3.5% |
| Materials | 2.1% |
| Short-term investments and other | 0.9% |

---

**Country Composition**

![Graphical Representation - Allocation 2 Chart](chartimages_6464318.jpg)

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346171

320A-A

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund

Class C/JGYCX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| Global Shareholder Yield Fund<br>(Class C/JGYCX) | $205 | 1.84% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Global Shareholder Yield Fund (Class C/JGYCX) returned 22.86% (excluding sales charges) for the year ended March 31, 2026. Global equities shook off fears of U.S. tariffs on its trading partners to move higher, supported by enthusiasm for artificial intelligence (AI) and easier monetary policy while global economic growth remained moderate. Gains were tempered late in the reporting period as the outbreak of conflict in Iran disrupted global energy supplies and raised inflation risks.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| Led by Broadcom, Inc., Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd. and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd., semiconductor stocks supporting the buildout of AI, and Dell Technologies, Inc., a maker of servers for AI workloads, information technology contributed significantly to the fund's absolute performance.

**BAWAG Group AG** \| The Austria-based bank serving consumers and small businesses in its home country as well as Germany, Switzerland and the Netherlands saw its shares rise due to strong earnings results, solid shareholder returns via dividends and share buybacks as well as its successful acquisition track record.

**Astellas Pharma, Inc.** \| The Japanese biopharmaceutical company specializing in cancer and women's health treatments was supported by strong sales momentum and positive clinical trials among its cancer drugs that led to improved earnings results.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**LyondellBasell Industries NV** \| The Netherlands-based chemicals company was hurt by weak global demand and higher input costs for chemicals in 2025 that weighed on the company's margins and profitability. The fund exited the position over concern of a potential dividend cut as the oil-based chemical market fundamentals became weak and remained challenged.

**Infrastructure Wireless Italiane SpA** \| The Italian owner and operator of wireless telecom towers saw its stock decline due to two large customers opting out of their contracts, delays in 5G rollouts, increasing debt levels and generally negative sentiment across the European telecom industry.

**Paychex, Inc.** \| The outsourced payroll and human resources provider saw its shares underperform as investors grew concerned that AI could disrupt its business.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464302.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Global Shareholder Yield Fund (Class C/JGYCX) | 21.86% | 10.65% | 8.01% |
| Global Shareholder Yield Fund (Class C/JGYCX)—excluding sales charge | 22.86% | 10.65% | 8.01% |
| MSCI World Index | 18.90% | 10.27% | 11.80% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Class C shares sold within one year of purchase are subject to a 1.00% contingent deferred sales charge. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1324464258 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;110 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$8234168 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Dell Technologies, Inc., Class C | 2.0% |
| Cisco Systems, Inc. | 1.9% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd., ADR | 1.9% |
| Broadcom, Inc. | 1.9% |
| TotalEnergies SE | 1.8% |
| Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company | 1.7% |
| Orange SA | 1.6% |
| Snam SpA | 1.6% |
| Microsoft Corp. | 1.6% |
| AbbVie, Inc. | 1.6% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 19.0% |
| Financials | 13.5% |
| Health care | 11.2% |
| Consumer staples | 9.5% |
| Communication services | 9.3% |
| Energy | 9.1% |
| Utilities | 8.6% |
| Industrials | 7.5% |
| Consumer discretionary | 5.8% |
| Real estate | 3.5% |
| Materials | 2.1% |
| Short-term investments and other | 0.9% |

---

**Country Composition**

![Graphical Representation - Allocation 2 Chart](chartimages_6464307.jpg)

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346171

320A-C

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund

Class I/JGYIX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| Global Shareholder Yield Fund<br>(Class I/JGYIX) | $94 | 0.84% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Global Shareholder Yield Fund (Class I/JGYIX) returned 24.11% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Global equities shook off fears of U.S. tariffs on its trading partners to move higher, supported by enthusiasm for artificial intelligence (AI) and easier monetary policy while global economic growth remained moderate. Gains were tempered late in the reporting period as the outbreak of conflict in Iran disrupted global energy supplies and raised inflation risks.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| Led by Broadcom, Inc., Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd. and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd., semiconductor stocks supporting the buildout of AI, and Dell Technologies, Inc., a maker of servers for AI workloads, information technology contributed significantly to the fund's absolute performance.

**BAWAG Group AG** \| The Austria-based bank serving consumers and small businesses in its home country as well as Germany, Switzerland and the Netherlands saw its shares rise due to strong earnings results, solid shareholder returns via dividends and share buybacks as well as its successful acquisition track record.

**Astellas Pharma, Inc.** \| The Japanese biopharmaceutical company specializing in cancer and women's health treatments was supported by strong sales momentum and positive clinical trials among its cancer drugs that led to improved earnings results.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**LyondellBasell Industries NV** \| The Netherlands-based chemicals company was hurt by weak global demand and higher input costs for chemicals in 2025 that weighed on the company's margins and profitability. The fund exited the position over concern of a potential dividend cut as the oil-based chemical market fundamentals became weak and remained challenged.

**Infrastructure Wireless Italiane SpA** \| The Italian owner and operator of wireless telecom towers saw its stock decline due to two large customers opting out of their contracts, delays in 5G rollouts, increasing debt levels and generally negative sentiment across the European telecom industry.

**Paychex, Inc.** \| The outsourced payroll and human resources provider saw its shares underperform as investors grew concerned that AI could disrupt its business.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $250,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $250,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464281.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Global Shareholder Yield Fund (Class I/JGYIX) | 24.11% | 11.77% | 9.10% |
| MSCI World Index | 18.90% | 10.27% | 11.80% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1324464258 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;110 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$8234168 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Dell Technologies, Inc., Class C | 2.0% |
| Cisco Systems, Inc. | 1.9% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd., ADR | 1.9% |
| Broadcom, Inc. | 1.9% |
| TotalEnergies SE | 1.8% |
| Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company | 1.7% |
| Orange SA | 1.6% |
| Snam SpA | 1.6% |
| Microsoft Corp. | 1.6% |
| AbbVie, Inc. | 1.6% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 19.0% |
| Financials | 13.5% |
| Health care | 11.2% |
| Consumer staples | 9.5% |
| Communication services | 9.3% |
| Energy | 9.1% |
| Utilities | 8.6% |
| Industrials | 7.5% |
| Consumer discretionary | 5.8% |
| Real estate | 3.5% |
| Materials | 2.1% |
| Short-term investments and other | 0.9% |

---

**Country Composition**

![Graphical Representation - Allocation 2 Chart](chartimages_6464276.jpg)

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346171

320A-I

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund

Class R2/JGSRX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| Global Shareholder Yield Fund<br>(Class R2/JGSRX) | $136 | 1.22% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Global Shareholder Yield Fund (Class R2/JGSRX) returned 23.64% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Global equities shook off fears of U.S. tariffs on its trading partners to move higher, supported by enthusiasm for artificial intelligence (AI) and easier monetary policy while global economic growth remained moderate. Gains were tempered late in the reporting period as the outbreak of conflict in Iran disrupted global energy supplies and raised inflation risks.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| Led by Broadcom, Inc., Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd. and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd., semiconductor stocks supporting the buildout of AI, and Dell Technologies, Inc., a maker of servers for AI workloads, information technology contributed significantly to the fund's absolute performance.

**BAWAG Group AG** \| The Austria-based bank serving consumers and small businesses in its home country as well as Germany, Switzerland and the Netherlands saw its shares rise due to strong earnings results, solid shareholder returns via dividends and share buybacks as well as its successful acquisition track record.

**Astellas Pharma, Inc.** \| The Japanese biopharmaceutical company specializing in cancer and women's health treatments was supported by strong sales momentum and positive clinical trials among its cancer drugs that led to improved earnings results.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**LyondellBasell Industries NV** \| The Netherlands-based chemicals company was hurt by weak global demand and higher input costs for chemicals in 2025 that weighed on the company's margins and profitability. The fund exited the position over concern of a potential dividend cut as the oil-based chemical market fundamentals became weak and remained challenged.

**Infrastructure Wireless Italiane SpA** \| The Italian owner and operator of wireless telecom towers saw its stock decline due to two large customers opting out of their contracts, delays in 5G rollouts, increasing debt levels and generally negative sentiment across the European telecom industry.

**Paychex, Inc.** \| The outsourced payroll and human resources provider saw its shares underperform as investors grew concerned that AI could disrupt its business.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464260.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Global Shareholder Yield Fund (Class R2/JGSRX) | 23.64% | 11.34% | 8.68% |
| MSCI World Index | 18.90% | 10.27% | 11.80% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1324464258 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;110 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$8234168 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Dell Technologies, Inc., Class C | 2.0% |
| Cisco Systems, Inc. | 1.9% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd., ADR | 1.9% |
| Broadcom, Inc. | 1.9% |
| TotalEnergies SE | 1.8% |
| Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company | 1.7% |
| Orange SA | 1.6% |
| Snam SpA | 1.6% |
| Microsoft Corp. | 1.6% |
| AbbVie, Inc. | 1.6% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 19.0% |
| Financials | 13.5% |
| Health care | 11.2% |
| Consumer staples | 9.5% |
| Communication services | 9.3% |
| Energy | 9.1% |
| Utilities | 8.6% |
| Industrials | 7.5% |
| Consumer discretionary | 5.8% |
| Real estate | 3.5% |
| Materials | 2.1% |
| Short-term investments and other | 0.9% |

---

**Country Composition**

![Graphical Representation - Allocation 2 Chart](chartimages_6464265.jpg)

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346171

320A-R2

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund

Class R6/JGRSX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| Global Shareholder Yield Fund<br>(Class R6/JGRSX) | $83 | 0.74% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
Global Shareholder Yield Fund (Class R6/JGRSX) returned 24.20% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Global equities shook off fears of U.S. tariffs on its trading partners to move higher, supported by enthusiasm for artificial intelligence (AI) and easier monetary policy while global economic growth remained moderate. Gains were tempered late in the reporting period as the outbreak of conflict in Iran disrupted global energy supplies and raised inflation risks.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| Led by Broadcom, Inc., Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd. and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd., semiconductor stocks supporting the buildout of AI, and Dell Technologies, Inc., a maker of servers for AI workloads, information technology contributed significantly to the fund's absolute performance.

**BAWAG Group AG** \| The Austria-based bank serving consumers and small businesses in its home country as well as Germany, Switzerland and the Netherlands saw its shares rise due to strong earnings results, solid shareholder returns via dividends and share buybacks as well as its successful acquisition track record.

**Astellas Pharma, Inc.** \| The Japanese biopharmaceutical company specializing in cancer and women's health treatments was supported by strong sales momentum and positive clinical trials among its cancer drugs that led to improved earnings results.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**LyondellBasell Industries NV** \| The Netherlands-based chemicals company was hurt by weak global demand and higher input costs for chemicals in 2025 that weighed on the company's margins and profitability. The fund exited the position over concern of a potential dividend cut as the oil-based chemical market fundamentals became weak and remained challenged.

**Infrastructure Wireless Italiane SpA** \| The Italian owner and operator of wireless telecom towers saw its stock decline due to two large customers opting out of their contracts, delays in 5G rollouts, increasing debt levels and generally negative sentiment across the European telecom industry.

**Paychex, Inc.** \| The outsourced payroll and human resources provider saw its shares underperform as investors grew concerned that AI could disrupt its business.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $1,000,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $1,000,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464239.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| Global Shareholder Yield Fund (Class R6/JGRSX) | 24.20% | 11.88% | 9.21% |
| MSCI World Index | 18.90% | 10.27% | 11.80% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1324464258 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;110 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$8234168 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Dell Technologies, Inc., Class C | 2.0% |
| Cisco Systems, Inc. | 1.9% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd., ADR | 1.9% |
| Broadcom, Inc. | 1.9% |
| TotalEnergies SE | 1.8% |
| Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company | 1.7% |
| Orange SA | 1.6% |
| Snam SpA | 1.6% |
| Microsoft Corp. | 1.6% |
| AbbVie, Inc. | 1.6% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 19.0% |
| Financials | 13.5% |
| Health care | 11.2% |
| Consumer staples | 9.5% |
| Communication services | 9.3% |
| Energy | 9.1% |
| Utilities | 8.6% |
| Industrials | 7.5% |
| Consumer discretionary | 5.8% |
| Real estate | 3.5% |
| Materials | 2.1% |
| Short-term investments and other | 0.9% |

---

**Country Composition**

![Graphical Representation - Allocation 2 Chart](chartimages_6464234.jpg)

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346171

320A-R6

3/26

5/26

John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund

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John Hancock International Growth Fund

Class 1/GOIOX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock International Growth Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/underlying-funds. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-344-1029.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| International Growth Fund<br>(Class 1/GOIOX) | $104 | 0.94% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
International Growth Fund (Class 1/GOIOX) returned 21.27% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Global equities rose during the 12-month period, with gains earlier in the year supported by improving inflation trends, resilient U.S. growth, and strong performance in certain markets. However, stock market returns became more varied and volatile as geopolitical conflict drove a sharp rise in oil and gas prices, reigniting inflation concerns and pushing up global interest rates. International markets, particularly in Europe and more energy-dependent economies, underperformed toward period end as higher energy costs, tighter financial conditions, and a stronger U.S. dollar weighed on growth expectations.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| Performance in this sector was led by semiconductor foundry Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. and Delta Electronics, Inc., a Taiwanese electronics manufacturer.

**Financials** \| In the financials sector, Itau Unibanco Holding SA, a Brazilian financial services company, was a standout.

**Industrials** \| Within the industrials sector, the fund's top contributor on an absolute basis was Siemens Energy AG, a German energy company.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Energy** \| The energy sector detracted from the fund's absolute performance.

**Consumer discretionary** \| The consumer discretionary sector hampered results on an absolute basis, most notably due to the fund's position in Trip.com Group, Ltd., a China-based online travel services company.

**Adyen NV** \| Shares of this company fell sharply during the period, particularly in February 2026 after the company reported weaker-than-expected financial results.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464115.jpg)

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| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| International Growth Fund (Class 1/GOIOX) | 21.27% | 4.42% | 8.99% |
| MSCI ACWI ex USA Index | 24.91% | 7.02% | 8.38% |
| MSCI ACWI ex USA Growth Index | 18.77% | 3.26% | 7.56% |
| MSCI EAFE Index | 21.27% | 7.91% | 8.38% |

---

**Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.**

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$5554156440 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;64 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$43901284 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;72% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. | 8.5% |
| ASML Holding NV | 4.2% |
| Tencent Holdings, Ltd. | 3.9% |
| Safran SA | 2.6% |
| Hitachi, Ltd. | 2.5% |
| SK Hynix, Inc. | 2.3% |
| UBS Group AG | 2.2% |
| DSV A/S | 2.0% |
| Tokyo Electron, Ltd. | 2.0% |
| Bharti Airtel, Ltd. | 2.0% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 23.7% |
| Industrials | 23.1% |
| Financials | 15.4% |
| Communication services | 10.7% |
| Materials | 6.4% |
| Consumer discretionary | 6.2% |
| Health care | 5.6% |
| Consumer staples | 5.3% |
| Utilities | 1.4% |
| Real estate | 1.1% |
| Short-term investments and other | 1.1% |

---

**Country Composition**

![Graphical Representation - Allocation 2 Chart](chartimages_6464110.jpg)

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![Underlying site QR code](images_5590.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/underlying-funds, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346180

87A-1

3/26

5/26

John Hancock International Growth Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock International Growth Fund

Class A/GOIGX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock International Growth Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| International Growth Fund<br>(Class A/GOIGX) | $144 | 1.30% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
International Growth Fund (Class A/GOIGX) returned 20.82% (excluding sales charges) for the year ended March 31, 2026. Global equities rose during the 12-month period, with gains earlier in the year supported by improving inflation trends, resilient U.S. growth, and strong performance in certain markets. However, stock market returns became more varied and volatile as geopolitical conflict drove a sharp rise in oil and gas prices, reigniting inflation concerns and pushing up global interest rates. International markets, particularly in Europe and more energy-dependent economies, underperformed toward period end as higher energy costs, tighter financial conditions, and a stronger U.S. dollar weighed on growth expectations.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| Performance in this sector was led by semiconductor foundry Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. and Delta Electronics, Inc., a Taiwanese electronics manufacturer.

**Financials** \| In the financials sector, Itau Unibanco Holding SA, a Brazilian financial services company, was a standout.

**Industrials** \| Within the industrials sector, the fund's top contributor on an absolute basis was Siemens Energy AG, a German energy company.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Energy** \| The energy sector detracted from the fund's absolute performance.

**Consumer discretionary** \| The consumer discretionary sector hampered results on an absolute basis, most notably due to the fund's position in Trip.com Group, Ltd., a China-based online travel services company.

**Adyen NV** \| Shares of this company fell sharply during the period, particularly in February 2026 after the company reported weaker-than-expected financial results.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464166.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| International Growth Fund (Class A/GOIGX) | 14.79% | 2.98% | 8.04% |
| International Growth Fund (Class A/GOIGX)—excluding sales charge | 20.82% | 4.04% | 8.59% |
| MSCI ACWI ex USA Index | 24.91% | 7.02% | 8.38% |
| MSCI ACWI ex USA Growth Index | 18.77% | 3.26% | 7.56% |
| MSCI EAFE Index | 21.27% | 7.91% | 8.38% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Figures reflect maximum sales charge on Class A shares of 5.00%. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$5554156440 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;64 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$43901284 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;72% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. | 8.5% |
| ASML Holding NV | 4.2% |
| Tencent Holdings, Ltd. | 3.9% |
| Safran SA | 2.6% |
| Hitachi, Ltd. | 2.5% |
| SK Hynix, Inc. | 2.3% |
| UBS Group AG | 2.2% |
| DSV A/S | 2.0% |
| Tokyo Electron, Ltd. | 2.0% |
| Bharti Airtel, Ltd. | 2.0% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 23.7% |
| Industrials | 23.1% |
| Financials | 15.4% |
| Communication services | 10.7% |
| Materials | 6.4% |
| Consumer discretionary | 6.2% |
| Health care | 5.6% |
| Consumer staples | 5.3% |
| Utilities | 1.4% |
| Real estate | 1.1% |
| Short-term investments and other | 1.1% |

---

**Country Composition**

![Graphical Representation - Allocation 2 Chart](chartimages_6464183.jpg)

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346180

87A-A

3/26

5/26

John Hancock International Growth Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock International Growth Fund

Class C/GONCX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock International Growth Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| International Growth Fund<br>(Class C/GONCX) | $220 | 2.00% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
International Growth Fund (Class C/GONCX) returned 19.96% (excluding sales charges) for the year ended March 31, 2026. Global equities rose during the 12-month period, with gains earlier in the year supported by improving inflation trends, resilient U.S. growth, and strong performance in certain markets. However, stock market returns became more varied and volatile as geopolitical conflict drove a sharp rise in oil and gas prices, reigniting inflation concerns and pushing up global interest rates. International markets, particularly in Europe and more energy-dependent economies, underperformed toward period end as higher energy costs, tighter financial conditions, and a stronger U.S. dollar weighed on growth expectations.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| Performance in this sector was led by semiconductor foundry Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. and Delta Electronics, Inc., a Taiwanese electronics manufacturer.

**Financials** \| In the financials sector, Itau Unibanco Holding SA, a Brazilian financial services company, was a standout.

**Industrials** \| Within the industrials sector, the fund's top contributor on an absolute basis was Siemens Energy AG, a German energy company.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Energy** \| The energy sector detracted from the fund's absolute performance.

**Consumer discretionary** \| The consumer discretionary sector hampered results on an absolute basis, most notably due to the fund's position in Trip.com Group, Ltd., a China-based online travel services company.

**Adyen NV** \| Shares of this company fell sharply during the period, particularly in February 2026 after the company reported weaker-than-expected financial results.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464157.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| International Growth Fund (Class C/GONCX) | 18.96% | 3.31% | 7.84% |
| International Growth Fund (Class C/GONCX)—excluding sales charge | 19.96% | 3.31% | 7.84% |
| MSCI ACWI ex USA Index | 24.91% | 7.02% | 8.38% |
| MSCI ACWI ex USA Growth Index | 18.77% | 3.26% | 7.56% |
| MSCI EAFE Index | 21.27% | 7.91% | 8.38% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Class C shares sold within one year of purchase are subject to a 1.00% contingent deferred sales charge. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$5554156440 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;64 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$43901284 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;72% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. | 8.5% |
| ASML Holding NV | 4.2% |
| Tencent Holdings, Ltd. | 3.9% |
| Safran SA | 2.6% |
| Hitachi, Ltd. | 2.5% |
| SK Hynix, Inc. | 2.3% |
| UBS Group AG | 2.2% |
| DSV A/S | 2.0% |
| Tokyo Electron, Ltd. | 2.0% |
| Bharti Airtel, Ltd. | 2.0% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 23.7% |
| Industrials | 23.1% |
| Financials | 15.4% |
| Communication services | 10.7% |
| Materials | 6.4% |
| Consumer discretionary | 6.2% |
| Health care | 5.6% |
| Consumer staples | 5.3% |
| Utilities | 1.4% |
| Real estate | 1.1% |
| Short-term investments and other | 1.1% |

---

**Country Composition**

![Graphical Representation - Allocation 2 Chart](chartimages_6464152.jpg)

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346180

87A-C

3/26

5/26

John Hancock International Growth Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock International Growth Fund

Class I/GOGIX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock International Growth Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| International Growth Fund<br>(Class I/GOGIX) | $111 | 1.00% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
International Growth Fund (Class I/GOGIX) returned 21.18% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Global equities rose during the 12-month period, with gains earlier in the year supported by improving inflation trends, resilient U.S. growth, and strong performance in certain markets. However, stock market returns became more varied and volatile as geopolitical conflict drove a sharp rise in oil and gas prices, reigniting inflation concerns and pushing up global interest rates. International markets, particularly in Europe and more energy-dependent economies, underperformed toward period end as higher energy costs, tighter financial conditions, and a stronger U.S. dollar weighed on growth expectations.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| Performance in this sector was led by semiconductor foundry Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. and Delta Electronics, Inc., a Taiwanese electronics manufacturer.

**Financials** \| In the financials sector, Itau Unibanco Holding SA, a Brazilian financial services company, was a standout.

**Industrials** \| Within the industrials sector, the fund's top contributor on an absolute basis was Siemens Energy AG, a German energy company.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Energy** \| The energy sector detracted from the fund's absolute performance.

**Consumer discretionary** \| The consumer discretionary sector hampered results on an absolute basis, most notably due to the fund's position in Trip.com Group, Ltd., a China-based online travel services company.

**Adyen NV** \| Shares of this company fell sharply during the period, particularly in February 2026 after the company reported weaker-than-expected financial results.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $250,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $250,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464124.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| International Growth Fund (Class I/GOGIX) | 21.18% | 4.35% | 8.92% |
| MSCI ACWI ex USA Index | 24.91% | 7.02% | 8.38% |
| MSCI ACWI ex USA Growth Index | 18.77% | 3.26% | 7.56% |
| MSCI EAFE Index | 21.27% | 7.91% | 8.38% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$5554156440 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;64 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$43901284 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;72% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. | 8.5% |
| ASML Holding NV | 4.2% |
| Tencent Holdings, Ltd. | 3.9% |
| Safran SA | 2.6% |
| Hitachi, Ltd. | 2.5% |
| SK Hynix, Inc. | 2.3% |
| UBS Group AG | 2.2% |
| DSV A/S | 2.0% |
| Tokyo Electron, Ltd. | 2.0% |
| Bharti Airtel, Ltd. | 2.0% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 23.7% |
| Industrials | 23.1% |
| Financials | 15.4% |
| Communication services | 10.7% |
| Materials | 6.4% |
| Consumer discretionary | 6.2% |
| Health care | 5.6% |
| Consumer staples | 5.3% |
| Utilities | 1.4% |
| Real estate | 1.1% |
| Short-term investments and other | 1.1% |

---

**Country Composition**

![Graphical Representation - Allocation 2 Chart](chartimages_6464141.jpg)

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346180

87A-I

3/26

5/26

John Hancock International Growth Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock International Growth Fund

Class NAV/JIGHX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock International Growth Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/underlying-funds. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-344-1029.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| International Growth Fund<br>(Class NAV/JIGHX) | $98 | 0.89% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
International Growth Fund (Class NAV/JIGHX) returned 21.33% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Global equities rose during the 12-month period, with gains earlier in the year supported by improving inflation trends, resilient U.S. growth, and strong performance in certain markets. However, stock market returns became more varied and volatile as geopolitical conflict drove a sharp rise in oil and gas prices, reigniting inflation concerns and pushing up global interest rates. International markets, particularly in Europe and more energy-dependent economies, underperformed toward period end as higher energy costs, tighter financial conditions, and a stronger U.S. dollar weighed on growth expectations.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| Performance in this sector was led by semiconductor foundry Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. and Delta Electronics, Inc., a Taiwanese electronics manufacturer.

**Financials** \| In the financials sector, Itau Unibanco Holding SA, a Brazilian financial services company, was a standout.

**Industrials** \| Within the industrials sector, the fund's top contributor on an absolute basis was Siemens Energy AG, a German energy company.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Energy** \| The energy sector detracted from the fund's absolute performance.

**Consumer discretionary** \| The consumer discretionary sector hampered results on an absolute basis, most notably due to the fund's position in Trip.com Group, Ltd., a China-based online travel services company.

**Adyen NV** \| Shares of this company fell sharply during the period, particularly in February 2026 after the company reported weaker-than-expected financial results.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464082.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| International Growth Fund (Class NAV/JIGHX) | 21.33% | 4.47% | 9.05% |
| MSCI ACWI ex USA Index | 24.91% | 7.02% | 8.38% |
| MSCI ACWI ex USA Growth Index | 18.77% | 3.26% | 7.56% |
| MSCI EAFE Index | 21.27% | 7.91% | 8.38% |

---

**Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.**

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$5554156440 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;64 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$43901284 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;72% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. | 8.5% |
| ASML Holding NV | 4.2% |
| Tencent Holdings, Ltd. | 3.9% |
| Safran SA | 2.6% |
| Hitachi, Ltd. | 2.5% |
| SK Hynix, Inc. | 2.3% |
| UBS Group AG | 2.2% |
| DSV A/S | 2.0% |
| Tokyo Electron, Ltd. | 2.0% |
| Bharti Airtel, Ltd. | 2.0% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 23.7% |
| Industrials | 23.1% |
| Financials | 15.4% |
| Communication services | 10.7% |
| Materials | 6.4% |
| Consumer discretionary | 6.2% |
| Health care | 5.6% |
| Consumer staples | 5.3% |
| Utilities | 1.4% |
| Real estate | 1.1% |
| Short-term investments and other | 1.1% |

---

**Country Composition**

![Graphical Representation - Allocation 2 Chart](chartimages_6464099.jpg)

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![Underlying site QR code](images_5590.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/underlying-funds, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346180

87A-NAV

3/26

5/26

John Hancock International Growth Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock International Growth Fund

Class R2/JHIGX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock International Growth Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| International Growth Fund<br>(Class R2/JHIGX) | $153 | 1.39% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
International Growth Fund (Class R2/JHIGX) returned 20.72% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Global equities rose during the 12-month period, with gains earlier in the year supported by improving inflation trends, resilient U.S. growth, and strong performance in certain markets. However, stock market returns became more varied and volatile as geopolitical conflict drove a sharp rise in oil and gas prices, reigniting inflation concerns and pushing up global interest rates. International markets, particularly in Europe and more energy-dependent economies, underperformed toward period end as higher energy costs, tighter financial conditions, and a stronger U.S. dollar weighed on growth expectations.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| Performance in this sector was led by semiconductor foundry Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. and Delta Electronics, Inc., a Taiwanese electronics manufacturer.

**Financials** \| In the financials sector, Itau Unibanco Holding SA, a Brazilian financial services company, was a standout.

**Industrials** \| Within the industrials sector, the fund's top contributor on an absolute basis was Siemens Energy AG, a German energy company.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Energy** \| The energy sector detracted from the fund's absolute performance.

**Consumer discretionary** \| The consumer discretionary sector hampered results on an absolute basis, most notably due to the fund's position in Trip.com Group, Ltd., a China-based online travel services company.

**Adyen NV** \| Shares of this company fell sharply during the period, particularly in February 2026 after the company reported weaker-than-expected financial results.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464073.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| International Growth Fund (Class R2/JHIGX) | 20.72% | 3.95% | 8.50% |
| MSCI ACWI ex USA Index | 24.91% | 7.02% | 8.38% |
| MSCI ACWI ex USA Growth Index | 18.77% | 3.26% | 7.56% |
| MSCI EAFE Index | 21.27% | 7.91% | 8.38% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$5554156440 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;64 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$43901284 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;72% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. | 8.5% |
| ASML Holding NV | 4.2% |
| Tencent Holdings, Ltd. | 3.9% |
| Safran SA | 2.6% |
| Hitachi, Ltd. | 2.5% |
| SK Hynix, Inc. | 2.3% |
| UBS Group AG | 2.2% |
| DSV A/S | 2.0% |
| Tokyo Electron, Ltd. | 2.0% |
| Bharti Airtel, Ltd. | 2.0% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 23.7% |
| Industrials | 23.1% |
| Financials | 15.4% |
| Communication services | 10.7% |
| Materials | 6.4% |
| Consumer discretionary | 6.2% |
| Health care | 5.6% |
| Consumer staples | 5.3% |
| Utilities | 1.4% |
| Real estate | 1.1% |
| Short-term investments and other | 1.1% |

---

**Country Composition**

![Graphical Representation - Allocation 2 Chart](chartimages_6464068.jpg)

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346180

87A-R2

3/26

5/26

John Hancock International Growth Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock International Growth Fund

Class R4/JIGIX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock International Growth Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| International Growth Fund<br>(Class R4/JIGIX) | $126 | 1.14% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
International Growth Fund (Class R4/JIGIX) returned 21.02% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Global equities rose during the 12-month period, with gains earlier in the year supported by improving inflation trends, resilient U.S. growth, and strong performance in certain markets. However, stock market returns became more varied and volatile as geopolitical conflict drove a sharp rise in oil and gas prices, reigniting inflation concerns and pushing up global interest rates. International markets, particularly in Europe and more energy-dependent economies, underperformed toward period end as higher energy costs, tighter financial conditions, and a stronger U.S. dollar weighed on growth expectations.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| Performance in this sector was led by semiconductor foundry Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. and Delta Electronics, Inc., a Taiwanese electronics manufacturer.

**Financials** \| In the financials sector, Itau Unibanco Holding SA, a Brazilian financial services company, was a standout.

**Industrials** \| Within the industrials sector, the fund's top contributor on an absolute basis was Siemens Energy AG, a German energy company.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Energy** \| The energy sector detracted from the fund's absolute performance.

**Consumer discretionary** \| The consumer discretionary sector hampered results on an absolute basis, most notably due to the fund's position in Trip.com Group, Ltd., a China-based online travel services company.

**Adyen NV** \| Shares of this company fell sharply during the period, particularly in February 2026 after the company reported weaker-than-expected financial results.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464040.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| International Growth Fund (Class R4/JIGIX) | 21.02% | 4.21% | 8.77% |
| MSCI ACWI ex USA Index | 24.91% | 7.02% | 8.38% |
| MSCI ACWI ex USA Growth Index | 18.77% | 3.26% | 7.56% |
| MSCI EAFE Index | 21.27% | 7.91% | 8.38% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$5554156440 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;64 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$43901284 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;72% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. | 8.5% |
| ASML Holding NV | 4.2% |
| Tencent Holdings, Ltd. | 3.9% |
| Safran SA | 2.6% |
| Hitachi, Ltd. | 2.5% |
| SK Hynix, Inc. | 2.3% |
| UBS Group AG | 2.2% |
| DSV A/S | 2.0% |
| Tokyo Electron, Ltd. | 2.0% |
| Bharti Airtel, Ltd. | 2.0% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 23.7% |
| Industrials | 23.1% |
| Financials | 15.4% |
| Communication services | 10.7% |
| Materials | 6.4% |
| Consumer discretionary | 6.2% |
| Health care | 5.6% |
| Consumer staples | 5.3% |
| Utilities | 1.4% |
| Real estate | 1.1% |
| Short-term investments and other | 1.1% |

---

**Country Composition**

![Graphical Representation - Allocation 2 Chart](chartimages_6464057.jpg)

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346180

87A-R4

3/26

5/26

John Hancock International Growth Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock International Growth Fund

Class R6/JIGTX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock International Growth Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| International Growth Fund<br>(Class R6/JIGTX) | $98 | 0.89% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
International Growth Fund (Class R6/JIGTX) returned 21.29% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Global equities rose during the 12-month period, with gains earlier in the year supported by improving inflation trends, resilient U.S. growth, and strong performance in certain markets. However, stock market returns became more varied and volatile as geopolitical conflict drove a sharp rise in oil and gas prices, reigniting inflation concerns and pushing up global interest rates. International markets, particularly in Europe and more energy-dependent economies, underperformed toward period end as higher energy costs, tighter financial conditions, and a stronger U.S. dollar weighed on growth expectations.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| Performance in this sector was led by semiconductor foundry Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. and Delta Electronics, Inc., a Taiwanese electronics manufacturer.

**Financials** \| In the financials sector, Itau Unibanco Holding SA, a Brazilian financial services company, was a standout.

**Industrials** \| Within the industrials sector, the fund's top contributor on an absolute basis was Siemens Energy AG, a German energy company.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Energy** \| The energy sector detracted from the fund's absolute performance.

**Consumer discretionary** \| The consumer discretionary sector hampered results on an absolute basis, most notably due to the fund's position in Trip.com Group, Ltd., a China-based online travel services company.

**Adyen NV** \| Shares of this company fell sharply during the period, particularly in February 2026 after the company reported weaker-than-expected financial results.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $1,000,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $1,000,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6464031.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| International Growth Fund (Class R6/JIGTX) | 21.29% | 4.46% | 9.04% |
| MSCI ACWI ex USA Index | 24.91% | 7.02% | 8.38% |
| MSCI ACWI ex USA Growth Index | 18.77% | 3.26% | 7.56% |
| MSCI EAFE Index | 21.27% | 7.91% | 8.38% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$5554156440 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;64 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$43901284 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;72% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. | 8.5% |
| ASML Holding NV | 4.2% |
| Tencent Holdings, Ltd. | 3.9% |
| Safran SA | 2.6% |
| Hitachi, Ltd. | 2.5% |
| SK Hynix, Inc. | 2.3% |
| UBS Group AG | 2.2% |
| DSV A/S | 2.0% |
| Tokyo Electron, Ltd. | 2.0% |
| Bharti Airtel, Ltd. | 2.0% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 23.7% |
| Industrials | 23.1% |
| Financials | 15.4% |
| Communication services | 10.7% |
| Materials | 6.4% |
| Consumer discretionary | 6.2% |
| Health care | 5.6% |
| Consumer staples | 5.3% |
| Utilities | 1.4% |
| Real estate | 1.1% |
| Short-term investments and other | 1.1% |

---

**Country Composition**

![Graphical Representation - Allocation 2 Chart](chartimages_6464026.jpg)

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346180

87A-R6

3/26

5/26

John Hancock International Growth Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund

Class A/JSGAX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report describes changes to the fund that occurred during the reporting period.**

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| U.S. Growth Fund <br>(Class A/JSGAX) | $102 | 0.94% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
U.S. Growth Fund (Class A/JSGAX) returned 17.38% (excluding sales charges) for the year ended March 31, 2026. Although U.S. equities rose during the 12-month period, they experienced increased volatility driven by shifting macroeconomic and geopolitical forces. The early gains reflected resilient economic growth, solid corporate earnings, moderate inflation, strong performance from large-cap and artificial intelligence–related stocks, and U.S. Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts. Later in the period, though, markets pulled back as interest rates remained higher for longer than previously anticipated, inflation risks resurfaced, and geopolitical conflict raised concern about higher oil prices and reduced economic growth, which led to a broad equity-market sell-off.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| The information technology sector, a contributor to the fund's absolute performance, was led by artificial intelligence-chip developer NVIDIA Corp., semiconductor company Broadcom, Inc. and consumer electronics company Apple, Inc.

**Communication services** \| In the communication services sector, which added to the fund's absolute return, Alphabet, Inc., parent company of Google, was a standout.

**Industrials** \| Within the industrials sector, the fund's top contributor on an absolute basis was General Electric Company, a maker of aircraft engines and other components. This stock was sold before period end.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Health care** \| In the health care sector, UnitedHealth Group, Inc., a managed-care company, meaningfully detracted in absolute terms. This stock was sold during the period.

**Consumer discretionary** \| The consumer discretionary sector hampered results on an absolute basis, most notably due to the fund's position in Pool Corp., a distributor of swimming pool supplies and equipment.

**Utilities** \| The utilities sector was a modest detractor from the fund's absolute performance.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6463991.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| U.S. Growth Fund (Class A/JSGAX) | 11.51% | 10.96% | 14.82% |
| U.S. Growth Fund (Class A/JSGAX)—excluding sales charge | 17.38% | 12.10% | 15.41% |
| Russell 1000 Index | 17.74% | 11.34% | 13.97% |
| Russell 1000 Growth Index | 18.81% | 12.76% | 16.83% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Figures reflect maximum sales charge on Class A shares of 5.00%. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2860674628 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$13800937 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;94% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| NVIDIA Corp. | 14.0% |
| Apple, Inc. | 9.8% |
| Microsoft Corp. | 9.4% |
| Alphabet, Inc., Class A | 7.0% |
| Broadcom, Inc. | 5.6% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | 4.8% |
| Eli Lilly & Company | 3.7% |
| Mastercard, Inc., Class A | 3.1% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A | 2.7% |
| Tesla, Inc. | 2.4% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 47.1% |
| Communication services | 13.0% |
| Consumer discretionary | 10.2% |
| Health care | 10.2% |
| Industrials | 5.0% |
| Financials | 4.8% |
| Real estate | 2.4% |
| Energy | 2.0% |
| Consumer staples | 1.8% |
| Utilities | 0.8% |
| Materials | 0.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 2.0% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

**Material Fund Changes**

On July 9, 2025, the shareholders of John Hancock Funds II Capital Appreciation Fund (the Acquired Fund) voted to approve an Agreement and Plan of Reorganization pursuant to which the Acquired Fund transferred all of its assets to the fund (the Acquiring Fund) in exchange for corresponding shares of the Acquiring Fund. The effective time of the reorganization occurred immediately after the close of regularly scheduled trading on the New York Stock Exchange on July 18, 2025.

*This is a summary of certain changes to the fund since 4-1-25 . For more complete information, please refer to the fund's prospectus. The currently effective prospectus is available at jhinvestments.com/documents or by calling 800-225-5291 .*

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346145

393A-A

3/26

5/26

John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund

Class C/JSGCX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

 **This report describes changes to the fund that occurred during the reporting period.**

 **What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

 *(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br> of a $10,000 investment** |
| U.S. Growth Fund <br> (Class C/JSGCX) | $183 | 1.69% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
U.S. Growth Fund (Class C/JSGCX) returned 16.50% (excluding sales charges) for the year ended March 31, 2026. Although U.S. equities rose during the 12-month period, they experienced increased volatility driven by shifting macroeconomic and geopolitical forces. The early gains reflected resilient economic growth, solid corporate earnings, moderate inflation, strong performance from large-cap and artificial intelligence–related stocks, and U.S. Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts. Later in the period, though, markets pulled back as interest rates remained higher for longer than previously anticipated, inflation risks resurfaced, and geopolitical conflict raised concern about higher oil prices and reduced economic growth, which led to a broad equity-market sell-off.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
 **Information technology** \| The information technology sector, a contributor to the fund's absolute performance, was led by artificial intelligence-chip developer NVIDIA Corp., semiconductor company Broadcom, Inc. and consumer electronics company Apple, Inc.

 **Communication services** \| In the communication services sector, which added to the fund's absolute return, Alphabet, Inc., parent company of Google, was a standout.

 **Industrials** \| Within the industrials sector, the fund's top contributor on an absolute basis was General Electric Company, a maker of aircraft engines and other components. This stock was sold before period end.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
 **Health care** \| In the health care sector, UnitedHealth Group, Inc., a managed-care company, meaningfully detracted in absolute terms. This stock was sold during the period.

 **Consumer discretionary** \| The consumer discretionary sector hampered results on an absolute basis, most notably due to the fund's position in Pool Corp., a distributor of swimming pool supplies and equipment.

 **Utilities** \| The utilities sector was a modest detractor from the fund's absolute performance.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6463960.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| U.S. Growth Fund (Class C/JSGCX) | 15.50% | 11.26% | 14.56% |
| U.S. Growth Fund (Class C/JSGCX)—excluding sales charge | 16.50% | 11.26% | 14.56% |
| Russell 1000 Index | 17.74% | 11.34% | 13.97% |
| Russell 1000 Growth Index | 18.81% | 12.76% | 16.83% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Class C shares sold within one year of purchase are subject to a 1.00% contingent deferred sales charge. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2860674628 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$13800937 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;94% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

 **Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| NVIDIA Corp. | 14.0% |
| Apple, Inc. | 9.8% |
| Microsoft Corp. | 9.4% |
| Alphabet, Inc., Class A | 7.0% |
| Broadcom, Inc. | 5.6% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | 4.8% |
| Eli Lilly & Company | 3.7% |
| Mastercard, Inc., Class A | 3.1% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A | 2.7% |
| Tesla, Inc. | 2.4% |

---

 **Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 47.1% |
| Communication services | 13.0% |
| Consumer discretionary | 10.2% |
| Health care | 10.2% |
| Industrials | 5.0% |
| Financials | 4.8% |
| Real estate | 2.4% |
| Energy | 2.0% |
| Consumer staples | 1.8% |
| Utilities | 0.8% |
| Materials | 0.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 2.0% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

 *The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

 **Material Fund Changes**

On July 9, 2025, the shareholders of John Hancock Funds II Capital Appreciation Fund (the Acquired Fund) voted to approve an Agreement and Plan of Reorganization pursuant to which the Acquired Fund transferred all of its assets to the fund (the Acquiring Fund) in exchange for corresponding shares of the Acquiring Fund. The effective time of the reorganization occurred immediately after the close of regularly scheduled trading on the New York Stock Exchange on July 18, 2025.

 *This is a summary of certain changes to the fund since 4-1-25 . For more complete information, please refer to the fund's prospectus. The currently effective prospectus is available at jhinvestments.com/documents or by calling 800-225-5291 .*

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus 

* Financial information 

* Fund holdings 

* Proxy voting information 

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

 **This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346145

393A-C

3/26

5/26

John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund

Class I/JSGIX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

 **This report describes changes to the fund that occurred during the reporting period.**

 **What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

 *(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br> of a $10,000 investment** |
| U.S. Growth Fund <br> (Class I/JSGIX) | $75 | 0.69% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
U.S. Growth Fund (Class I/JSGIX) returned 17.68% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Although U.S. equities rose during the 12-month period, they experienced increased volatility driven by shifting macroeconomic and geopolitical forces. The early gains reflected resilient economic growth, solid corporate earnings, moderate inflation, strong performance from large-cap and artificial intelligence–related stocks, and U.S. Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts. Later in the period, though, markets pulled back as interest rates remained higher for longer than previously anticipated, inflation risks resurfaced, and geopolitical conflict raised concern about higher oil prices and reduced economic growth, which led to a broad equity-market sell-off.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
 **Information technology** \| The information technology sector, a contributor to the fund's absolute performance, was led by artificial intelligence-chip developer NVIDIA Corp., semiconductor company Broadcom, Inc. and consumer electronics company Apple, Inc.

 **Communication services** \| In the communication services sector, which added to the fund's absolute return, Alphabet, Inc., parent company of Google, was a standout.

 **Industrials** \| Within the industrials sector, the fund's top contributor on an absolute basis was General Electric Company, a maker of aircraft engines and other components. This stock was sold before period end.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
 **Health care** \| In the health care sector, UnitedHealth Group, Inc., a managed-care company, meaningfully detracted in absolute terms. This stock was sold during the period.

 **Consumer discretionary** \| The consumer discretionary sector hampered results on an absolute basis, most notably due to the fund's position in Pool Corp., a distributor of swimming pool supplies and equipment.

 **Utilities** \| The utilities sector was a modest detractor from the fund's absolute performance.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $250,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $250,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6463939.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| U.S. Growth Fund (Class I/JSGIX) | 17.68% | 12.38% | 15.71% |
| Russell 1000 Index | 17.74% | 11.34% | 13.97% |
| Russell 1000 Growth Index | 18.81% | 12.76% | 16.83% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2860674628 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$13800937 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;94% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

 **Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| NVIDIA Corp. | 14.0% |
| Apple, Inc. | 9.8% |
| Microsoft Corp. | 9.4% |
| Alphabet, Inc., Class A | 7.0% |
| Broadcom, Inc. | 5.6% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | 4.8% |
| Eli Lilly & Company | 3.7% |
| Mastercard, Inc., Class A | 3.1% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A | 2.7% |
| Tesla, Inc. | 2.4% |

---

 **Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 47.1% |
| Communication services | 13.0% |
| Consumer discretionary | 10.2% |
| Health care | 10.2% |
| Industrials | 5.0% |
| Financials | 4.8% |
| Real estate | 2.4% |
| Energy | 2.0% |
| Consumer staples | 1.8% |
| Utilities | 0.8% |
| Materials | 0.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 2.0% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

 *The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

 **Material Fund Changes**

On July 9, 2025, the shareholders of John Hancock Funds II Capital Appreciation Fund (the Acquired Fund) voted to approve an Agreement and Plan of Reorganization pursuant to which the Acquired Fund transferred all of its assets to the fund (the Acquiring Fund) in exchange for corresponding shares of the Acquiring Fund. The effective time of the reorganization occurred immediately after the close of regularly scheduled trading on the New York Stock Exchange on July 18, 2025.

 *This is a summary of certain changes to the fund since 4-1-25 . For more complete information, please refer to the fund's prospectus. The currently effective prospectus is available at jhinvestments.com/documents or by calling 800-225-5291 .*

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus 

* Financial information 

* Fund holdings 

* Proxy voting information 

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

 **This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346145

393A-I

3/26

5/26

John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund

Class NAV/JSGBX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/underlying-funds. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-344-1029.

 **This report describes changes to the fund that occurred during the reporting period.**

 **What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

 *(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br> of a $10,000 investment** |
| U.S. Growth Fund <br> (Class NAV/JSGBX) | $63 | 0.58% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
U.S. Growth Fund (Class NAV/JSGBX) returned 17.85% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Although U.S. equities rose during the 12-month period, they experienced increased volatility driven by shifting macroeconomic and geopolitical forces. The early gains reflected resilient economic growth, solid corporate earnings, moderate inflation, strong performance from large-cap and artificial intelligence–related stocks, and U.S. Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts. Later in the period, though, markets pulled back as interest rates remained higher for longer than previously anticipated, inflation risks resurfaced, and geopolitical conflict raised concern about higher oil prices and reduced economic growth, which led to a broad equity-market sell-off.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
 **Information technology** \| The information technology sector, a contributor to the fund's absolute performance, was led by artificial intelligence-chip developer NVIDIA Corp., semiconductor company Broadcom, Inc. and consumer electronics company Apple, Inc.

 **Communication services** \| In the communication services sector, which added to the fund's absolute return, Alphabet, Inc., parent company of Google, was a standout.

 **Industrials** \| Within the industrials sector, the fund's top contributor on an absolute basis was General Electric Company, a maker of aircraft engines and other components. This stock was sold before period end.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
 **Health care** \| In the health care sector, UnitedHealth Group, Inc., a managed-care company, meaningfully detracted in absolute terms. This stock was sold during the period.

 **Consumer discretionary** \| The consumer discretionary sector hampered results on an absolute basis, most notably due to the fund's position in Pool Corp., a distributor of swimming pool supplies and equipment.

 **Utilities** \| The utilities sector was a modest detractor from the fund's absolute performance.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6463859.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| U.S. Growth Fund (Class NAV/JSGBX) | 17.85% | 12.51% | 15.85% |
| Russell 1000 Index | 17.74% | 11.34% | 13.97% |
| Russell 1000 Growth Index | 18.81% | 12.76% | 16.83% |

---

 **Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.**

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2860674628 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$13800937 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;94% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

 **Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| NVIDIA Corp. | 14.0% |
| Apple, Inc. | 9.8% |
| Microsoft Corp. | 9.4% |
| Alphabet, Inc., Class A | 7.0% |
| Broadcom, Inc. | 5.6% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | 4.8% |
| Eli Lilly & Company | 3.7% |
| Mastercard, Inc., Class A | 3.1% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A | 2.7% |
| Tesla, Inc. | 2.4% |

---

 **Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 47.1% |
| Communication services | 13.0% |
| Consumer discretionary | 10.2% |
| Health care | 10.2% |
| Industrials | 5.0% |
| Financials | 4.8% |
| Real estate | 2.4% |
| Energy | 2.0% |
| Consumer staples | 1.8% |
| Utilities | 0.8% |
| Materials | 0.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 2.0% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

 *The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

 **Material Fund Changes**

On July 9, 2025, the shareholders of John Hancock Funds II Capital Appreciation Fund (the Acquired Fund) voted to approve an Agreement and Plan of Reorganization pursuant to which the Acquired Fund transferred all of its assets to the fund (the Acquiring Fund) in exchange for corresponding shares of the Acquiring Fund. The effective time of the reorganization occurred immediately after the close of regularly scheduled trading on the New York Stock Exchange on July 18, 2025.

 *This is a summary of certain changes to the fund since 4-1-25 . For more complete information, please refer to the fund's prospectus. The currently effective prospectus is available at jhinvestments.com/documents or by calling 800-225-5291 .*

Availability of Additional Information

![Underlying site QR code](images_5590.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/underlying-funds, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus 

* Financial information 

* Fund holdings 

* Proxy voting information 

 **This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346145

393A-NAV

3/26

5/26

John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund

Class R2/JSGRX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

 **This report describes changes to the fund that occurred during the reporting period.**

 **What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

 *(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br> of a $10,000 investment** |
| U.S. Growth Fund <br> (Class R2/JSGRX) | $116 | 1.07% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
U.S. Growth Fund (Class R2/JSGRX) returned 17.26% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Although U.S. equities rose during the 12-month period, they experienced increased volatility driven by shifting macroeconomic and geopolitical forces. The early gains reflected resilient economic growth, solid corporate earnings, moderate inflation, strong performance from large-cap and artificial intelligence–related stocks, and U.S. Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts. Later in the period, though, markets pulled back as interest rates remained higher for longer than previously anticipated, inflation risks resurfaced, and geopolitical conflict raised concern about higher oil prices and reduced economic growth, which led to a broad equity-market sell-off.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
 **Information technology** \| The information technology sector, a contributor to the fund's absolute performance, was led by artificial intelligence-chip developer NVIDIA Corp., semiconductor company Broadcom, Inc. and consumer electronics company Apple, Inc.

 **Communication services** \| In the communication services sector, which added to the fund's absolute return, Alphabet, Inc., parent company of Google, was a standout.

 **Industrials** \| Within the industrials sector, the fund's top contributor on an absolute basis was General Electric Company, a maker of aircraft engines and other components. This stock was sold before period end.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
 **Health care** \| In the health care sector, UnitedHealth Group, Inc., a managed-care company, meaningfully detracted in absolute terms. This stock was sold during the period.

 **Consumer discretionary** \| The consumer discretionary sector hampered results on an absolute basis, most notably due to the fund's position in Pool Corp., a distributor of swimming pool supplies and equipment.

 **Utilities** \| The utilities sector was a modest detractor from the fund's absolute performance.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6463908.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| U.S. Growth Fund (Class R2/JSGRX) | 17.26% | 11.94% | 15.27% |
| Russell 1000 Index | 17.74% | 11.34% | 13.97% |
| Russell 1000 Growth Index | 18.81% | 12.76% | 16.83% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2860674628 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$13800937 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;94% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

 **Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| NVIDIA Corp. | 14.0% |
| Apple, Inc. | 9.8% |
| Microsoft Corp. | 9.4% |
| Alphabet, Inc., Class A | 7.0% |
| Broadcom, Inc. | 5.6% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | 4.8% |
| Eli Lilly & Company | 3.7% |
| Mastercard, Inc., Class A | 3.1% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A | 2.7% |
| Tesla, Inc. | 2.4% |

---

 **Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 47.1% |
| Communication services | 13.0% |
| Consumer discretionary | 10.2% |
| Health care | 10.2% |
| Industrials | 5.0% |
| Financials | 4.8% |
| Real estate | 2.4% |
| Energy | 2.0% |
| Consumer staples | 1.8% |
| Utilities | 0.8% |
| Materials | 0.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 2.0% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

 *The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

 **Material Fund Changes**

On July 9, 2025, the shareholders of John Hancock Funds II Capital Appreciation Fund (the Acquired Fund) voted to approve an Agreement and Plan of Reorganization pursuant to which the Acquired Fund transferred all of its assets to the fund (the Acquiring Fund) in exchange for corresponding shares of the Acquiring Fund. The effective time of the reorganization occurred immediately after the close of regularly scheduled trading on the New York Stock Exchange on July 18, 2025.

 *This is a summary of certain changes to the fund since 4-1-25 . For more complete information, please refer to the fund's prospectus. The currently effective prospectus is available at jhinvestments.com/documents or by calling 800-225-5291 .*

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus 

* Financial information 

* Fund holdings 

* Proxy voting information 

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

 **This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346145

393A-R2

3/26

5/26

John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund

Class R4/JHSGX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report describes changes to the fund that occurred during the reporting period.**

**What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

*(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br>of a $10,000 investment** |
| U.S. Growth Fund <br>(Class R4/JHSGX) | $91 | 0.84% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
U.S. Growth Fund (Class R4/JHSGX) returned 17.52% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Although U.S. equities rose during the 12-month period, they experienced increased volatility driven by shifting macroeconomic and geopolitical forces. The early gains reflected resilient economic growth, solid corporate earnings, moderate inflation, strong performance from large-cap and artificial intelligence–related stocks, and U.S. Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts. Later in the period, though, markets pulled back as interest rates remained higher for longer than previously anticipated, inflation risks resurfaced, and geopolitical conflict raised concern about higher oil prices and reduced economic growth, which led to a broad equity-market sell-off.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
**Information technology** \| The information technology sector, a contributor to the fund's absolute performance, was led by artificial intelligence-chip developer NVIDIA Corp., semiconductor company Broadcom, Inc. and consumer electronics company Apple, Inc.

**Communication services** \| In the communication services sector, which added to the fund's absolute return, Alphabet, Inc., parent company of Google, was a standout.

**Industrials** \| Within the industrials sector, the fund's top contributor on an absolute basis was General Electric Company, a maker of aircraft engines and other components. This stock was sold before period end.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
**Health care** \| In the health care sector, UnitedHealth Group, Inc., a managed-care company, meaningfully detracted in absolute terms. This stock was sold during the period.

**Consumer discretionary** \| The consumer discretionary sector hampered results on an absolute basis, most notably due to the fund's position in Pool Corp., a distributor of swimming pool supplies and equipment.

**Utilities** \| The utilities sector was a modest detractor from the fund's absolute performance.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $10,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $10,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6463899.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| U.S. Growth Fund (Class R4/JHSGX) | 17.52% | 12.26% | 15.58% |
| Russell 1000 Index | 17.74% | 11.34% | 13.97% |
| Russell 1000 Growth Index | 18.81% | 12.76% | 16.83% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2860674628 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$13800937 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;94% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

**Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| NVIDIA Corp. | 14.0% |
| Apple, Inc. | 9.8% |
| Microsoft Corp. | 9.4% |
| Alphabet, Inc., Class A | 7.0% |
| Broadcom, Inc. | 5.6% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | 4.8% |
| Eli Lilly & Company | 3.7% |
| Mastercard, Inc., Class A | 3.1% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A | 2.7% |
| Tesla, Inc. | 2.4% |

---

**Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 47.1% |
| Communication services | 13.0% |
| Consumer discretionary | 10.2% |
| Health care | 10.2% |
| Industrials | 5.0% |
| Financials | 4.8% |
| Real estate | 2.4% |
| Energy | 2.0% |
| Consumer staples | 1.8% |
| Utilities | 0.8% |
| Materials | 0.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 2.0% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

*The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

**Material Fund Changes**

On July 9, 2025, the shareholders of John Hancock Funds II Capital Appreciation Fund (the Acquired Fund) voted to approve an Agreement and Plan of Reorganization pursuant to which the Acquired Fund transferred all of its assets to the fund (the Acquiring Fund) in exchange for corresponding shares of the Acquiring Fund. The effective time of the reorganization occurred immediately after the close of regularly scheduled trading on the New York Stock Exchange on July 18, 2025.

*This is a summary of certain changes to the fund since 4-1-25 . For more complete information, please refer to the fund's prospectus. The currently effective prospectus is available at jhinvestments.com/documents or by calling 800-225-5291 .*

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus

* Financial information

* Fund holdings

* Proxy voting information

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

**This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346145

393A-R4

3/26

5/26

John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund

![Manulife JH front rebranded logo-TSR and FS](images_5568.jpg)

John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund

Class R6/JSGTX

Annual SHAREHOLDER REPORT \| March 31, 2026

This annual shareholder report contains important information about the John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund (the fund) for the period of April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. You can find additional information about the fund at jhinvestments.com/documents. You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

 **This report describes changes to the fund that occurred during the reporting period.**

 **What were the fund costs during the last year ?**

 *(Based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)*

---

| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Fund (Class)** | **Costs of a $10,000 investment** | **Costs paid as a percentage<br> of a $10,000 investment** |
| U.S. Growth Fund <br> (Class R6/JSGTX) | $64 | 0.59% |

---

Management's Discussion of Fund Performance

#### SUMMARY OF RESULTS
U.S. Growth Fund (Class R6/JSGTX) returned 17.80% for the year ended March 31, 2026. Although U.S. equities rose during the 12-month period, they experienced increased volatility driven by shifting macroeconomic and geopolitical forces. The early gains reflected resilient economic growth, solid corporate earnings, moderate inflation, strong performance from large-cap and artificial intelligence–related stocks, and U.S. Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts. Later in the period, though, markets pulled back as interest rates remained higher for longer than previously anticipated, inflation risks resurfaced, and geopolitical conflict raised concern about higher oil prices and reduced economic growth, which led to a broad equity-market sell-off.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE CONTRIBUTORS
 **Information technology** \| The information technology sector, a contributor to the fund's absolute performance, was led by artificial intelligence-chip developer NVIDIA Corp., semiconductor company Broadcom, Inc. and consumer electronics company Apple, Inc.

 **Communication services** \| In the communication services sector, which added to the fund's absolute return, Alphabet, Inc., parent company of Google, was a standout.

 **Industrials** \| Within the industrials sector, the fund's top contributor on an absolute basis was General Electric Company, a maker of aircraft engines and other components. This stock was sold before period end.

#### TOP PERFORMANCE DETRACTORS
 **Health care** \| In the health care sector, UnitedHealth Group, Inc., a managed-care company, meaningfully detracted in absolute terms. This stock was sold during the period.

 **Consumer discretionary** \| The consumer discretionary sector hampered results on an absolute basis, most notably due to the fund's position in Pool Corp., a distributor of swimming pool supplies and equipment.

 **Utilities** \| The utilities sector was a modest detractor from the fund's absolute performance.

The views expressed in this report are those of the portfolio management team and are subject to change. They are not meant as investment advice.

Fund Performance

The following graph compares the initial and subsequent account values at the end of each of the most recently completed 10 fiscal years of the fund (or for the life of the fund, if shorter). It assumes a $1,000,000 initial investment in the fund and in an appropriate, broad-based securities market index for the same period.

GROWTH OF $1,000,000

![Fund Performance - Growth of 10K](chartimages_6463868.jpg)

---

| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **AVERAGE ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN** | **1 Year** | **5 Years** | **10 Years** |
| U.S. Growth Fund (Class R6/JSGTX) | 17.80% | 12.50% | 15.84% |
| Russell 1000 Index | 17.74% | 11.34% | 13.97% |
| Russell 1000 Growth Index | 18.81% | 12.76% | 16.83% |

---

Performance figures assume all distributions have been reinvested and reflect the beneficial effect of any expense reductions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Due to market volatility and other factors, the fund's current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown and can be found at jhinvestments.com/investments or by calling 800-225-5291. The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or redemption of fund shares. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Fund Statistics

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Fund net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2860674628 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total number of portfolio holdings** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total advisory fees paid (net)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$13800937 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Portfolio turnover rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;94% |

---

Graphical Representation of Holdings

The tables below show the investment makeup of the fund, representing a percentage of the total net assets of the fund.

 **Top Ten Holdings**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| NVIDIA Corp. | 14.0% |
| Apple, Inc. | 9.8% |
| Microsoft Corp. | 9.4% |
| Alphabet, Inc., Class A | 7.0% |
| Broadcom, Inc. | 5.6% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | 4.8% |
| Eli Lilly & Company | 3.7% |
| Mastercard, Inc., Class A | 3.1% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A | 2.7% |
| Tesla, Inc. | 2.4% |

---

 **Sector Composition**

---

| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | 47.1% |
| Communication services | 13.0% |
| Consumer discretionary | 10.2% |
| Health care | 10.2% |
| Industrials | 5.0% |
| Financials | 4.8% |
| Real estate | 2.4% |
| Energy | 2.0% |
| Consumer staples | 1.8% |
| Utilities | 0.8% |
| Materials | 0.7% |
| Short-term investments and other | 2.0% |

---

Holdings may not have been held by the fund for the entire period and are subject to change without notice. Portfolio composition is subject to review in accordance with the fund's investment strategy and may vary in the future. Current and future portfolio holdings are subject to risk and may change at any time.

 *The fund is subject to various risks as described in the fund's prospectus . For more information, please refer to the "Principal risks" section of the prospectus .* 

 **Material Fund Changes**

On July 9, 2025, the shareholders of John Hancock Funds II Capital Appreciation Fund (the Acquired Fund) voted to approve an Agreement and Plan of Reorganization pursuant to which the Acquired Fund transferred all of its assets to the fund (the Acquiring Fund) in exchange for corresponding shares of the Acquiring Fund. The effective time of the reorganization occurred immediately after the close of regularly scheduled trading on the New York Stock Exchange on July 18, 2025.

 *This is a summary of certain changes to the fund since 4-1-25 . For more complete information, please refer to the fund's prospectus. The currently effective prospectus is available at jhinvestments.com/documents or by calling 800-225-5291 .*

Availability of Additional Information

![TSR QR Code](images_5589.jpg)

At jhinvestments.com/documents, you can find additional information about the fund, including the fund's:

* Prospectus 

* Financial information 

* Fund holdings 

* Proxy voting information 

You can also request this information by contacting us at 800-225-5291.

 **This report is for the information of the shareholders in this fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by the fund's prospectus.**

![Manulife JH back logo rebranded](images_5573.jpg)

John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC, 200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

MF5346145

393A-R6

3/26

5/26

John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund

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ITEM 2. CODE OF ETHICS.

As of the end of the year, March 31, 2026, the registrant has adopted a code of ethics, as defined in Item 2 of Form N-CSR, that applies to its Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (respectively, the principal executive officer, the principal financial officer and the principal accounting officer, the "Covered Officers"). A copy of the code of ethics is filed as an exhibit to this Form N-CSR.

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ITEM 3. AUDIT COMMITTEE FINANCIAL EXPERT.

Frances G. Rathke and William K. Bacic are audit committee financial experts and are "independent", pursuant to general instructions on Form N-CSR Item 3.

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ITEM 4. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT FEES AND SERVICES.

(a) Audit Fees

The aggregate fees billed for professional services rendered by the principal accountant for the audits of the registrant's annual financial statements or services that are normally provided by the accountant in connection with statutory and regulatory filings or engagements amounted to $274,339 and $257,308 for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2026 and March 31, 2025, respectively. These fees were billed to the registrant and were approved by the registrant's audit committee.

(b) Audit-Related Services

Audit-related fees for assurance and related services by the principal accountant are billed to the registrant or to the registrant's investment adviser (not including any sub-adviser whose role is primarily portfolio management and is subcontracted with or overseen by another investment adviser), and any entity controlling, controlled by, or under common control with the adviser ("control affiliates") that provides ongoing services to the registrant. The nature of the services provided was affiliated service provider internal controls reviews, reviews for supplemental regulatory filings and software licensing fees. Amounts billed to the registrant were $4,525 and $3,477 for fiscal years ended March 31, 2026 and March 31, 2025, respectively.

Amounts billed to control affiliates were $137,100 and $132,464 for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2026 and March 31, 2025, respectively.

(c) Tax Fees

The aggregate fees billed for professional services rendered by the principal accountant for tax compliance, tax advice and tax planning ("tax fees") amounted to $32,129 and $34,844 for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2026 and March 31, 2025, respectively. The nature of the services comprising the tax fees was the review of the registrant's tax returns and tax distribution requirements. These fees were billed to the registrant and were approved by the registrant's audit committee.

(d) All Other Fees

Other fees amounted to $3,390 and $0 for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2026 and March 31, 2025, respectively. The nature of the services comprising all other fees is advisory services provided to the investment manager. These fees were approved by the registrant's audit committee.

(e)(1) Audit Committee Pre-Approval Policies and Procedures

The registrant's Audit Committee must pre-approve all audit and non-audit services provided by the independent registered public accounting firm (the "Auditor") relating to the operations or financial reporting of the funds. Prior to the commencement of any audit or non-audit services to a fund, the Audit Committee reviews the services to determine whether they are appropriate and permissible under applicable law.

The registrant's Audit Committee has adopted policies and procedures to, among other purposes, provide a framework for the Committee's consideration of audit-related and non-audit services by the Auditor. The policies and procedures require that any audit-related and non-audit service provided by the Auditor and any non-audit service provided by the Auditor to a fund service provider that relates directly to the operations and financial reporting of a fund are subject to approval by the Audit Committee before such service is provided. Audit-related services provided by the Auditor that are expected to exceed $25,000 per instance/per fund are subject to specific pre-approval by the Audit Committee. Tax services provided by the Auditor that are expected to exceed $30,000 per instance/per fund are subject to specific pre-approval by the Audit Committee.

All audit services, as well as the audit-related and non-audit services that are expected to exceed the amounts stated above, must be approved in advance of provision of the service by formal resolution of the Audit Committee. At the regularly scheduled Audit Committee meetings, the Committee reviews a report summarizing the services, including fees, provided by the Auditor.

(e)(2) Services approved pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(i)(C) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X

Audit-Related Fees, Tax Fees and All Other Fees

There were no amounts that were approved by the Audit Committee pursuant to the de minimis exception under Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X.

(f) According to the registrant's principal accountant for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, the percentage of hours spent on the audit of the registrant's financial statements for the most recent fiscal year that were attributed to work performed by persons who were not full-time, permanent employees of principal accountant was less than 50%.

(g) The aggregate non-audit fees billed by the registrant's principal accountant for non-audit services rendered to the registrant and rendered to the registrant's control affiliates were $1,038,192 for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026 and $768,099 for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025.

(h) The audit committee of the registrant has considered the non-audit services provided by the registrant's principal accountant to the control affiliates and has determined that the services that were not pre-approved are compatible with maintaining the principal accountant's independence.

(i) Not applicable.

(j) Not applicable.

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ITEM 5. AUDIT COMMITTEE OF LISTED REGISTRANTS.

The registrant has a separately-designated standing audit committee comprised of independent trustees. The members of the audit committee are as follows:

Frances G. Rathke – Chairperson

William H. Cunningham - retired effective December 31, 2025

William K. Bacic

Thomas R. Wright - effective January 1, 2026

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ITEM 6. SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS.

(a) Refer to information included in Item 7.

(b) Not applicable.

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ITEM 7. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS FOR OPEN-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.

The Registrant prepared financial statements and financial highlights for the year ended March 31, 2026 for the following funds:

* John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

* John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund

* John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund

* John Hancock International Growth Fund

* John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund

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Annual Financial Statements & Other N-CSR Items

## John Hancock

## Disciplined Value Fund
U.S. equity

March 31, 2026

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Disciplined Value Fund

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| &nbsp;&nbsp;**2** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Fund's investments](#xx_3cbcec9a-7df8-4a7d-a2ee-a9bcaab2e438_1) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**7** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Financial statements](#xx_0c3c3485-fc0a-4626-b859-63d2379af24e_1) |
| **10** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Financial highlights](#xx_80338ad0-d53e-41f7-9c87-4c74f7717ab2_1) |
| **18** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Notes to financial statements](#xx_179c0668-b223-4fe4-a94d-78f53a57414e_1) |
| **27** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Report of independent registered public accounting firm](#xx_cd3e3efd-20e4-4cdd-84fe-a278e083afb2_1) |
| **28** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Tax information](#xx_521edf5e-63ca-4113-b1a4-28d7ebc72d93_1) |
| **29** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Shareholder meeting](#xx_6862b53b-f133-4e1c-af9e-d317d2d346f7_1) |

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Fund's investments

#### AS OF 3-31-26

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Common stocks 96.8%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$16448070086** |
| (Cost $11,813,400,716) |  |  |
| **Communication services 3.7%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**634468609** |
| **Entertainment 1.2%** |  |  |
| The Walt Disney Company | 2237519 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;215652081 |
| **Interactive media and services 1.6%** |  |  |
| Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A | 471906 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;269991580 |
| **Wireless telecommunication services 0.9%** |  |  |
| T-Mobile US, Inc. | 708589 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;148824948 |
| **Consumer discretionary 4.9%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**834178748** |
| **Automobile components 0.5%** |  |  |
| Aptiv PLC (A) | 1291583 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;89687524 |
| **Broadline retail 2.7%** |  |  |
| Amazon.com, Inc. (A) | 2192504 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;456632807 |
| **Hotels, restaurants and leisure 1.0%** |  |  |
| Booking Holdings, Inc. | 41754 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;175797701 |
| **Specialty retail 0.7%** |  |  |
| The Home Depot, Inc. | 340724 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;112060716 |
| **Consumer staples 7.1%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1203163588** |
| **Beverages 1.8%** |  |  |
| Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC | 1118685 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;101431169 |
| The Coca-Cola Company | 2569461 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;195407509 |
| **Consumer staples distribution and retail 3.0%** |  |  |
| Sysco Corp. | 2331052 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;166273939 |
| U.S. Foods Holding Corp. (A) | 3801646 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;350549778 |
| **Tobacco 2.3%** |  |  |
| Philip Morris International, Inc. | 2355759 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;389501193 |
| **Energy 8.0%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1354588617** |
| **Energy equipment and services 0.8%** |  |  |
| SLB, Ltd. | 2668407 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;137129436 |
| **Oil, gas and consumable fuels 7.2%** |  |  |
| Canadian Natural Resources, Ltd. | 2191123 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;106773424 |
| Cenovus Energy, Inc. | 7202732 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;191088480 |
| ConocoPhillips | 2099977 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;277196964 |
| Diamondback Energy, Inc. | 1456872 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;288154713 |
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 1450756 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;354245600 |

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Financials 20.6%** |  | **$3509197744** |
| **Banks 6.7%** |  |  |
| Huntington Bancshares, Inc. | 12625058 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;197582158 |
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | 2372092 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;697774583 |
| Wells Fargo & Company | 3200608 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;254800403 |
| **Capital markets 6.6%** |  |  |
| Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. | 1268163 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;199456677 |
| LPL Financial Holdings, Inc. | 754161 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;226874254 |
| Morgan Stanley | 1749806 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;287965573 |
| The Charles Schwab Corp. | 1844733 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;173368007 |
| The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. | 271777 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;229920624 |
| **Consumer finance 2.3%** |  |  |
| American Express Company | 821075 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;248358766 |
| Capital One Financial Corp. | 798252 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;145625112 |
| **Financial services 2.7%** |  |  |
| Apollo Global Management, Inc. | 1301875 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;145054913 |
| Corpay, Inc. (A) | 489118 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;142328447 |
| Visa, Inc., Class A | 574201 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;173546510 |
| **Insurance 2.3%** |  |  |
| Aon PLC, Class A | 563595 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;181917194 |
| Arthur J. Gallagher & Company | 326701 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;70756903 |
| The Allstate Corp. | 645643 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;133867620 |
| **Health care 10.3%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**1750502105** |
| **Biotechnology 2.4%** |  |  |
| AbbVie, Inc. | 852701 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;185453940 |
| Gilead Sciences, Inc. | 1656471 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;230862363 |
| **Health care providers and services 5.9%** |  |  |
| Cencora, Inc. | 990495 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;311154099 |
| Labcorp Holdings, Inc. | 394576 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;105276823 |
| McKesson Corp. | 318349 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;275486491 |
| Quest Diagnostics, Inc. | 1064982 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;208715172 |
| Tenet Healthcare Corp. (A) | 564543 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;106534910 |
| **Life sciences tools and services 1.0%** |  |  |
| IQVIA Holdings, Inc. (A) | 952232 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;162393645 |
| **Pharmaceuticals 1.0%** |  |  |
| AstraZeneca PLC | 834726 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;164624662 |
| **Industrials 16.2%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**2755256398** |
| **Aerospace and defense 2.5%** |  |  |
| General Dynamics Corp. | 607155 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;208387739 |
| L3Harris Technologies, Inc. | 651015 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;224697827 |
| **Air freight and logistics 2.4%** |  |  |
| C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. | 1023509 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;169974140 |

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|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Industrials (continued)** |  |  |
| **Air freight and logistics (continued)** |  |  |
| FedEx Corp. | 655190 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$233365574 |
| **Building products 0.5%** |  |  |
| Allegion PLC | 532715 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;77398162 |
| **Electrical equipment 1.1%** |  |  |
| Hubbell, Inc. | 392191 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;192463811 |
| **Ground transportation 2.5%** |  |  |
| Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. | 830176 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;162216390 |
| Uber Technologies, Inc. (A) | 3706763 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;266627463 |
| **Industrial conglomerates 1.8%** |  |  |
| Honeywell International, Inc. | 1347806 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;304644590 |
| **Machinery 2.1%** |  |  |
| Cummins, Inc. | 356835 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;191984367 |
| Wabtec Corp. | 636992 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;159190671 |
| **Passenger airlines 0.8%** |  |  |
| United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (A) | 1406458 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;129492588 |
| **Professional services 1.2%** |  |  |
| Jacobs Solutions, Inc. | 931170 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;118519318 |
| Leidos Holdings, Inc. | 600891 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;93450568 |
| **Trading companies and distributors 1.3%** |  |  |
| United Rentals, Inc. | 305868 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;222843190 |
| **Information technology 12.7%** |  | **2155014331** |
| **Electronic equipment, instruments and components 2.1%** |  |  |
| Flex, Ltd. (A) | 2876935 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;188324165 |
| Keysight Technologies, Inc. (A) | 570489 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;161088979 |
| **Semiconductors and semiconductor equipment 8.3%** |  |  |
| Applied Materials, Inc. | 974878 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;333203552 |
| Marvell Technology, Inc. | 1444218 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;143049793 |
| Microchip Technology, Inc. | 3444366 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;222540487 |
| Micron Technology, Inc. | 1021804 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;345206263 |
| NVIDIA Corp. | 691229 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;120550338 |
| NXP Semiconductors NV | 1259595 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;247963872 |
| **Software 1.0%** |  |  |
| Oracle Corp. | 680253 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;100072019 |
| Trimble, Inc. (A) | 1094520 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;71395540 |
| **Technology hardware, storage and peripherals 1.3%** |  |  |
| Dell Technologies, Inc., Class C | 1350267 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;221619323 |
| **Materials 7.9%** |  | **1338211161** |
| **Construction materials 2.0%** |  |  |
| CRH PLC | 3138020 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;329868662 |

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Materials (continued)** |  |  |
| **Metals and mining 5.9%** |  |  |
| Freeport-McMoRan, Inc. | 2543645 | $149515453 |
| Kinross Gold Corp. | 12384898 | &nbsp;&nbsp;377987087 |
| Newmont Corp. | 2132580 | &nbsp;&nbsp;230851785 |
| Reliance, Inc. | 414269 | &nbsp;&nbsp;125904634 |
| Steel Dynamics, Inc. | 689353 | &nbsp;&nbsp;124083540 |
| **Utilities 5.4%** |  | **913488785** |
| **Electric utilities 4.5%** |  |  |
| Entergy Corp. | 1635289 | &nbsp;&nbsp;183741072 |
| FirstEnergy Corp. | 5355033 | &nbsp;&nbsp;271285972 |
| NRG Energy, Inc. | 677788 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;99051938 |
| PPL Corp. | 5544042 | &nbsp;&nbsp;211782404 |
| **Multi-utilities 0.9%** |  |  |
| CenterPoint Energy, Inc. | 3420468 | &nbsp;&nbsp;147627399 |

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| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Yield (%)** | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Short-term investments 3.1%** |  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$520947859** |
| (Cost $520,947,859) |  |  |  |
| **Short-term funds 3.1%** |  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**520947859** |
| State Street Institutional U.S. Government Money Market Fund, Premier Class | 3.5918(B) | 520947859 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;520947859 |

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Total investments (Cost $12,334,348,575) 99.9%** | **$16969017945** |
| **Other assets and liabilities, net 0.1%** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**23892910** |
| **Total net assets 100.0%** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$16992910855** |

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|:---|:---|
| The percentage shown for each investment category is the total value of the category as a percentage of the net assets of the fund. | The percentage shown for each investment category is the total value of the category as a percentage of the net assets of the fund. |
| **Security Abbreviations and Legend** | **Security Abbreviations and Legend** |
| (A) | Non-income producing security. |
| (B) | The rate shown is the annualized seven-day yield as of 3-31-26. |

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At 3-31-26, the aggregate cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was $12,409,109,999. Net unrealized appreciation aggregated to $4,559,907,946, of which $4,799,540,074 related to gross unrealized appreciation and $239,632,128 related to gross unrealized depreciation.

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The fund had the following country composition as a percentage of net assets on 3-31-26:

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|:---|:---|
| United States | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;89.0% |
| Canada | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4.0% |
| Ireland | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.9% |
| United Kingdom | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.6% |
| Netherlands | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.5% |
| **TOTAL** | **100.0%** |

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Financial statements

#### STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES 3-31-26

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Assets** |  |
| Unaffiliated investments, at value (Cost $12,334,348,575) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$16969017945 |
| Cash | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;945053 |
| Dividends and interest receivable | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;19164401 |
| Receivable for fund shares sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;16869399 |
| Receivable for investments sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6155413 |
| Receivable for securities lending income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10302 |
| Other assets | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1260356 |
| **Total assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**17013422869** |
| **Liabilities** |  |
| Payable for investments purchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1115298 |
| Payable for fund shares repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;16351160 |
| Payable to affiliates |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Accounting and legal services fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;713079 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Transfer agent fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;968675 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Distribution and service fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;15924 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Trustees' fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;29426 |
| Other liabilities and accrued expenses | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1318452 |
| **Total liabilities** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**20512014** |
| **Net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$16992910855** |
| **Net assets consist of** |  |
| Paid-in capital | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$11659089150 |
| Total distributable earnings (loss) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5333821705 |
| **Net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$16992910855** |
| **Net asset value per share** |  |
| Based on net asset value and shares outstanding - the fund has an unlimited number of shares authorized with no par value |  |
| Class A ($1,400,970,052 ÷ 52,656,157 shares)<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$26.61 |
| Class C ($51,908,431 ÷ 2,185,716 shares)<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$23.75 |
| Class I ($8,079,874,749 ÷ 321,115,576 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$25.16 |
| Class R2 ($50,417,988 ÷ 2,009,128 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$25.09 |
| Class R4 ($40,755,695 ÷ 1,619,199 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$25.17 |
| Class R5 ($38,377,769 ÷ 1,519,556 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$25.26 |
| Class R6 ($4,587,987,299 ÷ 181,689,571 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$25.25 |
| Class NAV ($2,742,618,872 ÷ 108,544,293 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$25.27 |
| **Maximum offering price per share** |  |
| Class A (net asset value per share ÷ 95%)<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$28.01 |

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<sup>1</sup> Redemption price per share is equal to net asset value less any applicable contingent deferred sales charge.

<sup>2</sup> On single retail sales of less than $50,000. On sales of $50,000 or more and on group sales the offering price is reduced.

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#### STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS For the year ended 3-31-26

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Investment income** |  |
| Dividends | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$294609042 |
| Interest | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;15188 |
| Securities lending, net | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;37672 |
| Less foreign taxes withheld | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2417015) |
| **Total investment income** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**292244887** |
| **Expenses** |  |
| Investment management fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;101103176 |
| Distribution and service fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4440109 |
| Accounting and legal services fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2884096 |
| Transfer agent fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;11286944 |
| Trustees' fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;442987 |
| Custodian fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1911678 |
| State registration fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;278128 |
| Printing and postage | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;787904 |
| Professional fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;546615 |
| Other | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;477662 |
| **Total expenses** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**124159299** |
| Less expense reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1642834) |
| **Net expenses** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**122516465** |
| **Net investment income** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**169728422** |
| **Realized and unrealized gain (loss)** |  |
| **Net realized gain (loss) on** |  |
| Unaffiliated investments and foreign currency transactions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1316094807 |
| Affiliated investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1208) |
| Redemptions in kind | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;231915328 |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1548008927** |
| **Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of** |  |
| Unaffiliated investments and translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1536255843 |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1536255843** |
| **Net realized and unrealized gain** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3084264770** |
| **Increase in net assets from operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$3253993192** |

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#### STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Year ended<br> 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Year ended<br> 3-31-25** |
| **Increase (decrease) in net assets** |  |  |
| **From operations** |  |  |
| Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$169728422 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$167531524 |
| Net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1548008927 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1845456035 |
| Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1536255843 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1529416219) |
| **Increase in net assets resulting from operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3253993192** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**483571340** |
| **Distributions to shareholders** |  |  |
| From earnings |  |  |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(81090138) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(154930830) |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3168558) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(7280485) |
| Class I | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(543739262) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(959358243) |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2822359) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(6766250) |
| Class R4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2737290) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(7072888) |
| Class R5 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2923674) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(8060942) |
| Class R6 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(288240892) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(573810642) |
| Class NAV | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(214193405) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(134798887) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1138915578)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1852079167)** |
| **From fund share transactions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1680784761)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3118049813** |
| **Total increase** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**434292853** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1749541986** |
| **Net assets** |  |  |
| Beginning of year | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;16558618002 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;14809076016 |
| **End of year** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$16992910855** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$16558618002** |

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| | | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS A SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.67** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.94** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$21.72** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.55** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.73** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.17 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.21 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.18 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.24 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.15 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4.35 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.59 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.59 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.63) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3.04 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**4.52** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**0.80** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.77** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.39)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.19** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.15) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.19) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.19) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.23) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.16) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.43) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.88) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.36) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.21) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.21) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.58)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.07)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.55)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.44)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.37)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.61** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.67** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.94** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$21.72** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.55** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2,3</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**19.22** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.07** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**27.42** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.60)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.42** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1401 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1294 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1382 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1185 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1204 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.96 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.00 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.03 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.02 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.04 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.95 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.99 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.02 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.01 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.03 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.67 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.83 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.79 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.04 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.60 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42<sup>4</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;43 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;38 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Does not reflect the effect of sales charges, if any.

<sup>4</sup> Excludes in-kind transactions.

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS C SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$21.30** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.63** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$19.92** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.62** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.05** |
| Net investment income (loss)<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.02) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.02 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.01 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.06 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.04) |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3.90 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.54 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.08 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.49) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.82 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.88** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**0.56** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.09** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.43)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.78** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.01) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.02) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.06) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.43) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.88) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.36) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.21) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.21) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.43)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.89)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.38)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.27)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.21)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.75** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$21.30** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.63** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$19.92** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.62** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2,3</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**18.32** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.30** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**26.40** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(6.26)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**12.56** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$52 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$56 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$72 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$79 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$116 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.71 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.75 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.78 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.77 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.79 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.70 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.74 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.77 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.76 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.78 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income (loss) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.08) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.08 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.05 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.29 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.17) |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42<sup>4</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;43 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;38 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Does not reflect the effect of sales charges, if any.

<sup>4</sup> Excludes in-kind transactions.

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS I SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.45** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.76** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$20.80** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.57** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.86** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.23 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.27 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.23 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.28 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.21 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4.12 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.56 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.33 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.55) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.93 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**4.35** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**0.83** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.56** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.27)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.14** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.21) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.26) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.24) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.29) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.22) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.43) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.88) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.36) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.21) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.21) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.64)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.14)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.60)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.50)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.43)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.16** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.45** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.76** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$20.80** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.57** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**19.51** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.30** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**27.68** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.33)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.73** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$8080 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$7749 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$7297 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$5657 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$6039 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.71 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.75 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.78 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.77 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.79 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.70 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.74 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.77 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.76 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.78 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.92 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.08 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.04 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.29 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.84 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42<sup>3</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;43 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;38 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Excludes in-kind transactions.

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS R2 SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.40** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.71** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$20.76** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.53** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.83** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.13 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.17 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.15 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.20 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.11 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4.11 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.56 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.32 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.56) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.93 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**4.24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**0.73** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.47** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.36)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.04** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.12) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.16) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.16) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.20) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.13) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.43) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.88) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.36) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.21) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.21) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.55)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.04)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.52)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.41)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.34)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.09** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.40** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.71** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$20.76** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.53** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**19.04** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.91** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**27.22** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.73)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.28** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$50 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$53 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$51 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$50 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$55 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.10 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.14 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.17 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.16 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.18 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.10 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.13 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.16 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.15 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.17 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.53 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.69 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.66 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.90 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.43 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42<sup>3</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;43 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;38 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Excludes in-kind transactions.

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS R4 SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.46** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.77** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$20.80** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.58** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.87** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.19 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.23 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.20 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.25 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.17 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4.13 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.56 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.34 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.57) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.94 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**4.32** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**0.79** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.54** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.32)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.11** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.18) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.22) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.21) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.25) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.19) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.43) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.88) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.36) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.21) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.21) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.61)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.10)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.57)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.46)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.40)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.17** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.46** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.77** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$20.80** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.58** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**19.35** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.16** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**27.56** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.52)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.58** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$41 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$41 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$55 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$49 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$62 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.96 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.99 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.01 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.01 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.03 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.85 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.88 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.91 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.90 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.92 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.77 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.94 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.90 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.14 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.70 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42<sup>3</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;43 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;38 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Excludes in-kind transactions.

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS R5 SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.53** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.84** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$20.85** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.63** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.91** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.24 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.28 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.25 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.29 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.23 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4.14 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.56 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.35 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.56) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.94 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**4.38** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**0.84** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.60** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.27)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.17** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.22) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.27) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.25) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.30) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.24) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.43) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.88) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.36) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.21) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.21) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.65)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.15)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.61)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.51)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.45)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.53** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.84** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$20.85** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.63** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**19.60** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.35** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**27.81** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.31)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.82** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$38 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$69 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$59 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$60 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.66 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.69 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.71 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.71 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.73 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.65 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.68 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.71 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.71 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.72 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.99 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.14 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.11 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.35 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.93 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42<sup>3</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;43 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;38 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Excludes in-kind transactions.

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| **CLASS R6 SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.53** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.83** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$20.85** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.62** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.91** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.25 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.29 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.26 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.31 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.24 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4.14 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.57 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.34 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.56) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.93 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**4.39** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**0.86** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.60** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.25)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.17** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.24) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.28) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.26) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.31) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.25) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.43) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.88) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.36) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.21) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.21) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.67)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.16)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.62)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.52)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.46)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.53** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.83** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$20.85** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.62** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**19.61** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.44** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**27.82** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.22)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.82** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$4588 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$4485 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$4730 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$3846 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$4009 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.61 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.64 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.66 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.66 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.68 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.60 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.66 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.66 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.68 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.03 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.19 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.16 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.40 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.95 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42<sup>3</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;43 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;38 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Excludes in-kind transactions.

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS NAV SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.54** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.85** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$20.86** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.63** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.92** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.25 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.30 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.26 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.31 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.24 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4.15 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.55 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.36 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.56) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.93 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**4.40** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**0.85** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.62** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.25)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.17** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.24) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.28) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.27) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.31) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.25) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.43) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.88) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.36) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.21) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.21) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.67)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.16)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.63)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.52)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.46)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.27** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.54** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.85** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$20.86** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.63** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**19.65** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.41** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**27.87** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.20)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.83** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2743 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2818 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1153 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1151 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1372 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.60 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.64 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.66 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.65 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.68 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.59 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.65 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.65 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.67 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.02 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.22 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.17 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.40 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.95 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42<sup>3</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;43 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;38 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Excludes in-kind transactions.

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Notes to financial statements

#### Note 1 — Organization
John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund (the fund) is a series of John Hancock Funds III (the Trust), an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust and registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act). The investment objective of the fund is to seek to provide long-term growth of capital primarily through investment in equity securities. Current income is a secondary objective.

The fund may offer multiple classes of shares. The shares currently outstanding are detailed in the Statement of assets and liabilities. Class A and Class C shares are offered to all investors. Class I shares are offered to institutions and certain investors. Class R2, Class R4 and Class R5 shares are available only to certain retirement and 529 plans. Class R6 shares are only available to certain retirement plans, institutions and other investors. Class NAV shares are offered to John Hancock affiliated funds of funds, retirement plans for employees of John Hancock and/or Manulife Financial Corporation, and certain 529 plans. Class C shares convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase (certain exclusions may apply). Shareholders of each class have exclusive voting rights to matters that affect that class. The distribution and service fees, if any, and transfer agent fees for each class may differ.

#### Note 2 — Significant accounting policies
The financial statements have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (US GAAP), which require management to make certain estimates and assumptions as of the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant. The fund qualifies as an investment company under Topic 946 of Accounting Standards Codification of US GAAP.

Events or transactions occurring after the end of the fiscal period through the date that the financial statements were issued have been evaluated in the preparation of the financial statements. The following summarizes the significant accounting policies of the fund:

**Security valuation. Investments are stated at value as of the scheduled close of regular trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), normally at 4:00 P.M., Eastern Time. In case of emergency or other disruption resulting in the NYSE not opening for trading or the NYSE closing at a time other than the regularly scheduled close, the net asset value (NAV) may be determined as of the regularly scheduled close of the NYSE pursuant to the Valuation Policies and Procedures of the Advisor, John Hancock Investment Management LLC, the fund's valuation designee.**

In order to value the securities, the fund uses the following valuation techniques: Equity securities, including exchange-traded or closed-end funds, are typically valued at the last sale price or official closing price on the exchange or principal market where the security trades. In the event there were no sales during the day or closing prices are not available, the securities are valued using the last available bid price. Investments by the fund in open-end mutual funds, including John Hancock Collateral Trust (JHCT), are valued at their respective NAVs each business day. Foreign securities and currencies are valued in U.S. dollars based on foreign currency exchange rates supplied by an independent pricing vendor.

In certain instances, the Pricing Committee of the Advisor may determine to value equity securities using prices obtained from another exchange or market if trading on the exchange or market on which prices are typically obtained did not open for trading as scheduled, or if trading closed earlier than scheduled, and trading occurred as normal on another exchange or market.

Other portfolio securities and assets, for which reliable market quotations are not readily available, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the Pricing Committee following procedures established by the Advisor and adopted by the Board of Trustees. The frequency with which these fair valuation procedures are used cannot be predicted and fair value of securities may differ significantly from the value that would have been used had a ready market for such securities existed.

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The fund uses a three tier hierarchy to prioritize the pricing assumptions, referred to as inputs, used in valuation techniques to measure fair value. Level 1 includes securities valued using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities, including registered investment companies. Level 2 includes securities valued using other significant observable inputs. Observable inputs may include quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds and credit risk. Prices for securities valued using these inputs are received from independent pricing vendors and brokers and are based on an evaluation of the inputs described. Level 3 includes securities valued using significant unobservable inputs when market prices are not readily available or reliable, including the Advisor's assumptions in determining the fair value of investments. Factors used in determining value may include market or issuer specific events or trends, changes in interest rates and credit quality. The inputs or methodology used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in those securities. Changes in valuation techniques and related inputs may result in transfers into or out of an assigned level within the disclosure hierarchy.

As of March 31, 2026, all investments are categorized as Level 1 under the hierarchy described above.

**Real estate investment trusts. The fund may invest in real estate investment trusts (REITs). Distributions from REITs may be recorded as income and subsequently characterized by the REIT at the end of their fiscal year as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. As a result, the fund will estimate the components of distributions from these securities. Such estimates are revised when the actual components of the distributions are known.**

**Security transactions and related investment income. Investment security transactions are accounted for on a trade date plus one basis for daily NAV calculations. However, for financial reporting purposes, investment transactions are reported on trade date. Interest income is accrued as earned. Dividend income is recorded on ex-date, except for dividends of certain foreign securities where the dividend may not be known until after the ex-date. In those cases, dividend income, net of withholding taxes, is recorded when the fund becomes aware of the dividends. Non-cash dividends, if any, are recorded at the fair market value of the securities received. Gains and losses on securities sold are determined on the basis of identified cost and may include proceeds from litigation.**

**Securities lending. The fund may lend its securities to earn additional income. The fund receives collateral from the borrower in an amount not less than the market value of the loaned securities. The fund may invest its cash collateral in JHCT, an affiliate of the fund, which has a floating NAV and is registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as an investment company. JHCT is a government money market fund and invests in U.S. Government securities and/or repurchase agreements. The fund will receive the benefit of any gains and bear any losses generated by JHCT with respect to the cash collateral.** 

The fund has the right to recall loaned securities on demand. If a borrower fails to return loaned securities when due, then the lending agent is responsible and indemnifies the fund for the lent securities. The lending agent uses the collateral received from the borrower to purchase replacement securities of the same issue, type, class and series of the loaned securities. If the value of the collateral is less than the purchase cost of replacement securities, the lending agent is responsible for satisfying the shortfall but only to the extent that the shortfall is not due to any decrease in the value of JHCT.

Although the risk of loss on securities lent is mitigated by receiving collateral from the borrower and through lending agent indemnification, the fund could experience a delay in recovering securities or could experience a lower than expected return if the borrower fails to return the securities on a timely basis. During the existence of the loan, the fund will receive from the borrower amounts equivalent to any dividends, interest or other distributions on the loaned securities, as well as interest on such amounts. The fund receives compensation for lending its securities by retaining a portion of the return on the investment of the collateral and compensation from fees earned from borrowers of the securities. Securities lending income received by the fund is net of fees retained by the securities lending agent. Net income received from JHCT is a component of securities lending income as recorded on the Statement of operations. As of March 31, 2026, there were no securities on loan.

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**Foreign investing. Assets, including investments, and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollar values each day at the prevailing exchange rate. Purchases and sales of securities, income and expenses are translated into U.S. dollars at the prevailing exchange rate on the date of the transaction. The effect of changes in foreign currency exchange rates on the value of securities is reflected as a component of the realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments. Foreign investments are subject to a decline in the value of a foreign currency versus the U.S. dollar, which reduces the dollar value of securities denominated in that currency.**

Funds that invest internationally generally carry more risk than funds that invest strictly in U.S. securities. Risks can result from differences in economic and political conditions, regulations, market practices (including higher transaction costs), accounting standards and other factors.

**Foreign taxes. The fund may be subject to withholding tax on income, capital gains or repatriations imposed by certain countries, a portion of which may be recoverable. Foreign taxes are accrued based upon the fund's understanding of the tax rules and rates that exist in the foreign markets in which it invests. Taxes are accrued based on gains realized by the fund as a result of certain foreign security sales. In certain circumstances, estimated taxes are accrued based on unrealized appreciation of such securities. Investment income is recorded net of foreign withholding taxes.**

**Overdraft. The fund may have the ability to borrow from banks for temporary or emergency purposes, including meeting redemption requests that otherwise might require the untimely sale of securities. Pursuant to the fund's custodian agreement, the custodian may loan money to the fund to make properly authorized payments. The fund is obligated to repay the custodian for any overdraft, including any related costs or expenses. The custodian may have a lien, security interest or security entitlement in any fund property that is not otherwise segregated or pledged, to the extent of any overdraft, and to the maximum extent permitted by law.**

**Line of credit. The fund and other affiliated funds have entered into a syndicated line of credit agreement with Citibank, N.A. as the administrative agent that enables them to participate in a $1 billion unsecured committed line of credit, which is in effect through July 13, 2026 unless extended or renewed. Excluding commitments designated for certain funds and subject to the needs of all other affiliated funds, the fund can borrow up to an aggregate commitment amount of $750 million, subject to asset coverage and other limitations as specified in the agreement. A commitment fee payable at the end of each calendar quarter, based on the average daily unused portion of the line of credit, is charged to each participating fund based on an asset-based allocation and is reflected in Other expenses on the Statement of operations. For the year ended March 31, 2026, the fund had no borrowings under the line of credit. Commitment fees for the year ended March 31, 2026 were $94,442.**

**Expenses. Within the John Hancock group of funds complex, expenses that are directly attributable to an individual fund are allocated to such fund. Expenses that are not readily attributable to a specific fund are allocated among all funds in an equitable manner, taking into consideration, among other things, the nature and type of expense and the fund's relative net assets. Expense estimates are accrued in the period to which they relate and adjustments are made when actual amounts are known.**

**Class allocations. Income, common expenses and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are determined at the fund level and allocated daily to each class of shares based on the net assets of the class. Class-specific expenses, such as distribution and service fees, if any, and transfer agent fees, for all classes, are charged daily at the class level based on the net assets of each class and the specific expense rates applicable to each class.**

**Federal income taxes. The fund intends to continue to qualify as a regulated investment company by complying with the applicable provisions of the Internal Revenue Code and will not be subject to federal income tax on taxable income that is distributed to shareholders. Therefore, no federal income tax provision is required.**

As of March 31, 2026, the fund had no uncertain tax positions that would require financial statement recognition, derecognition or disclosure. The fund's federal tax returns are subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service for a period of three years.

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**Distribution of income and gains. Distributions to shareholders from net investment income and net realized gains, if any, are recorded on the ex-date. The fund generally declares and pays dividends annually. Capital gain distributions, if any, are typically distributed annually.**

The tax character of distributions for the years ended March 31, 2026 and 2025 was as follows:

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|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**March 31, 2026** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**March 31, 2025** |
| Ordinary income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$149829148 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$188891903 |
| Long-term capital gains | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;989086430 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1663187264 |
| **Total** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$1138915578** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$1852079167** |

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Distributions paid by the fund with respect to each class of shares are calculated in the same manner, at the same time and in the same amount, except for the effect of class level expenses that may be applied differently to each class. As of March 31, 2026, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis consisted of $26,664,109 of undistributed ordinary income and $747,261,131 of undistributed long-term capital gains.

Such distributions and distributable earnings, on a tax basis, if any, are determined in conformity with income tax regulations, which may differ from US GAAP. Distributions in excess of tax basis earnings and profits, if any, are reported in the fund's financial statements as a return of capital.

Capital accounts within the financial statements are adjusted for permanent book-tax differences at fiscal year end. These adjustments have no impact on net assets or the results of operations. Temporary book-tax differences, if any, will reverse in a subsequent period. Book-tax differences are primarily attributable to wash sale loss deferrals, treatment of a portion of the proceeds from redemptions as distributions for tax purposes and redemptions in kind.

#### Note 3 — Guarantees and indemnifications
Under the Trust's organizational documents, its Officers and Trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust, including the fund. Additionally, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts with service providers that contain general indemnification clauses. The fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown, as this would involve future claims that may be made against the fund that have not yet occurred. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered remote.

#### Note 4 — Fees and transactions with affiliates
John Hancock Investment Management LLC (the Advisor) serves as investment advisor for the fund. John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Advisor, serves as principal underwriter of the fund. The Advisor and the Distributor are indirect, principally owned subsidiaries of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.), which in turn is a subsidiary of Manulife Financial Corporation.

**Management fee. The fund has an investment management agreement with the Advisor under which the fund pays a daily management fee to the Advisor equivalent on an annual basis to the sum of: (a) 0.700% of the first $500 million of aggregate net assets; (b) 0.675% of the next $500 million of aggregate net assets; (c) 0.650% of the next $500 million of aggregate net assets; (d) 0.625% of the next $1 billion of aggregate net assets; (e) 0.575% of the next $10 billion of aggregate net assets; and (f) 0.500% of aggregate net assets in excess of $12.5 billion. Aggregate net assets include the net assets of the fund and John Hancock Disciplined Value Trust, a series of John Hancock Trust Company Collective Investment Trust. The Advisor has a subadvisory agreement with Boston Partners Global Investors, Inc., an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of ORIX Corporation of Japan. The fund is not responsible for payment of the subadvisory fees.**

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The Advisor has contractually agreed to waive a portion of its management fee and/or reimburse expenses for certain funds of the John Hancock group of funds complex, including the fund (the participating portfolios). This waiver is based upon aggregate net assets of all the participating portfolios. The amount of the reimbursement is calculated daily and allocated among all the participating portfolios in proportion to the daily net assets of each fund. During the year ended March 31, 2026, this waiver amounted to 0.01% of the fund's average daily net assets. This agreement expires on July 31, 2027, unless renewed by mutual agreement of the fund and the Advisor based upon a determination that this is appropriate under the circumstances at that time.

For the year ended March 31, 2026, the expense reductions described above amounted to the following:

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Expense reduction** |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;$122749 |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4857 |
| Class I | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;755576 |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4593 |
| Class R4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3864 |

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Expense reduction** |
| Class R5 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$5025 |
| Class R6 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;413961 |
| Class NAV | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;288691 |
| **Total** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$1599316** |

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Expenses waived or reimbursed in the current fiscal period are not subject to recapture in future fiscal periods.

The investment management fees, including the impact of the waivers and reimbursements as described above, incurred for the year ended March 31, 2026, were equivalent to a net annual effective rate of 0.55% of the fund's average daily net assets.

**Accounting and legal services. Pursuant to a service agreement, the fund reimburses the Advisor for all expenses associated with providing the administrative, financial, legal, compliance, accounting and recordkeeping services to the fund, including the preparation of all tax returns, periodic reports to shareholders and regulatory reports, among other services. These expenses are allocated to each share class based on its relative net assets at the time the expense was incurred. These accounting and legal services fees incurred, for the year ended March 31, 2026, amounted to an annual rate of 0.02% of the fund's average daily net assets.**

**Distribution and service plans. The fund has a distribution agreement with the Distributor. The fund has adopted distribution and service plans for certain classes as detailed below pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act, to pay the Distributor for services provided as the distributor of shares of the fund. In addition, under a service plan for certain classes as detailed below, the fund pays for certain other services. The fund may pay up to the following contractual rates of distribution and service fees under these arrangements, expressed as an annual percentage of average daily net assets for each class of the fund's shares:**

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Rule 12b-1 Fee** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Service fee** |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.30% | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;1.00% | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.25% | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.25% |
| Class R4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.25% | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.10% |
| Class R5 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.05% |

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Currently only 0.25% is charged to Class A shares for Rule 12b-1 fees.

The fund's Distributor has contractually agreed to waive 0.10% of Rule 12b-1 fees for Class R4 shares. The current waiver agreement expires on July 31, 2026, unless renewed by mutual agreement of the fund and the Distributor based upon a determination that this is appropriate under the circumstances at the time. This contractual waiver amounted to $43,518 for Class R4 shares for the year ended March 31, 2026.

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**Sales charges. Class A shares are assessed up-front sales charges, which resulted in payments to the Distributor amounting to $560,097 for the year ended March 31, 2026. Of this amount, $95,143 was retained and used for printing prospectuses, advertising, sales literature and other purposes and $464,954 was paid as sales commissions to broker-dealers.**

Class A and Class C shares may be subject to contingent deferred sales charges (CDSCs). Certain Class A shares purchased, including those that are acquired through purchases of $1 million or more, and redeemed within one year of purchase are subject to a 1.00% CDSC. Class C shares that are redeemed within one year of purchase are subject to a 1.00% CDSC. CDSCs are applied to the lesser of the current market value at the time of redemption or the original purchase cost of the shares being redeemed. Proceeds from CDSCs are used to compensate the Distributor for providing distribution-related services in connection with the sale of these shares. During the year ended March 31, 2026, CDSCs received by the Distributor amounted to $5,694 and $4,658 for Class A and Class C shares, respectively.

**Transfer agent fees. The John Hancock group of funds has a complex-wide transfer agent agreement with John Hancock Signature Services, Inc. (Signature Services), an affiliate of the Advisor. The transfer agent fees paid to Signature Services are determined based on the cost to Signature Services (Signature Services Cost) of providing recordkeeping services. It also includes out-of-pocket expenses, including payments made to third-parties for recordkeeping services provided to their clients who invest in one or more John Hancock funds. In addition, Signature Services Cost may be reduced by certain fees that Signature Services receives in connection with retirement and small accounts. Signature Services Cost is calculated monthly and allocated, as applicable, to three categories of share classes: Retail Share Classes of Non-Municipal Bond Funds, Retirement Share Classes and Retail Share Classes of Municipal Bond Funds. Within each of these categories, the applicable costs are allocated to the affected John Hancock affiliated funds and/or classes, based on the relative average daily net assets.**

#### Class level expenses. Class level expenses for the year ended March 31, 2026 were as follows:

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Distribution and service fees** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Transfer agent fees** |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$3453375 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1533727 |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;547712 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;60843 |
| Class I | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;9434803 |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;257541 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2775 |
| Class R4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;152931 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2328 |
| Class R5 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;28550 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3085 |
| Class R6 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;249383 |
| **Total** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$4440109** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$11286944** |

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**Trustee expenses. The fund compensates each Trustee who is not an employee of the Advisor or its affiliates. The costs of paying Trustee compensation and expenses are allocated to the fund based on its net assets relative to other funds within the John Hancock group of funds complex.**

**Interfund lending program. Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the SEC, the fund, along with certain other funds advised by the Advisor or its affiliates, may participate in an interfund lending program. This program provides an alternative credit facility allowing the fund to borrow from, or lend money to, other participating**

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affiliated funds. At period end, no interfund loans were outstanding. Interest expense is included in Other expenses on the Statement of operations. The fund's activity in this program during the period for which loans were outstanding was as follows:

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **Borrower<br> or Lender** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Weighted Average<br> Loan Balance** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Days<br> Outstanding** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Weighted Average<br> Interest Rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Interest Income<br> (Expense)** |
| Borrower | &nbsp;&nbsp;$62727500 | &nbsp;&nbsp;4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;4.128% | &nbsp;&nbsp;$(28773) |
| Lender | &nbsp;&nbsp;$21850000 | &nbsp;&nbsp;6 | &nbsp;&nbsp;4.170% | &nbsp;&nbsp;$15188 |

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#### Note 5 — Fund share transactions
Transactions in fund shares for the years ended March 31, 2026 and 2025 were as follows:

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| | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** |
| **Class A shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6493858 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$168412703 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;7121298 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$182981411 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2869195 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;75000688 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6036547 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;143307398 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(11368968) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(295196354) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(11761627) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(300844060) |
| **Net increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2005915)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(51782963)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1396218** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25444749** |
| **Class C shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;294716 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$6934041 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;415308 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$9550262 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;127988 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2992348 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;322390 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6902371 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(880458) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(20398921) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1138293) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(26413699) |
| **Net decrease** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(457754)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(10472532)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(400595)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(9961066)** |
| **Class I shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;89381389 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2211254020 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;93956841 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2278551021 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;17442733 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;430835504 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;34296054 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;772004168 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(130845186) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3262305688) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(77785804) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1896728860) |
| **Net increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(24021064)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(620216164)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**50467091** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$1153826329** |
| **Class R2 shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;384862 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$9530994 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;506276 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$12326911 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;94943 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2341300 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;250320 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5627193 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(844090) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(20927506) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(465456) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(11087493) |
| **Net increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(364285)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(9055212)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**291140** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$6866611** |
| **Class R4 shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;319375 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$7795882 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;479552 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$11742417 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;110732 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2737290 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;313932 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;7072888 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(633508) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(15878472) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1192480) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(27988075) |
| **Net decrease** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(203401)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(5345300)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(398996)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(9172770)** |

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| | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** |
| **Class R5 shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;243594 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$6006761 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1271416 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$31859026 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;117938 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2923674 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;356995 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8060942 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1621451) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(41379282) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1636300) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(42983057) |
| **Net decrease** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1259919)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(32448847)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(7889)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(3063089)** |
| **Class R6 shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;28355740 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$701958143 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;38439256 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$942786716 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10281251 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;254769391 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;22866976 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;516107637 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(56027374) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1398488876) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(52680036) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1294888676) |
| **Net increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(17390383)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(441761342)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**8626196** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$164005677** |
| **Class NAV shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;18314723 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$402026949 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;77972210 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1790111223 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8636831 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;214193405 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5969836 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;134798887 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(43463520) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1125922755) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5302263) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(134806738) |
| **Net increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(16511966)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(509702401)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**78639783** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$1790103372** |
| **Total net increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**(62214687)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$(1680784761)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**138612948** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$3118049813** |

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Affiliates of the fund owned 95% of shares of Class NAV on March 31, 2026. Such concentration of shareholders' capital could have a material effect on the fund if such shareholders redeem from the fund.

On February 10, 2026 there were redemptions in kind from Class NAV shares of $532,666,554 which represented approximately 2.8% of the fund. For purposes of US GAAP, this transaction was treated as a sale of securities and the resulting gains and losses were recognized based on the market value of the securities on the date of the transfer. For tax purposes, no gains or losses were recognized. Net realized gain resulting from such redemption in kind is shown on the Statement of operations.

#### Note 6 — Purchase and sale of securities
Purchases and sales of securities, other than short-term investments and in-kind transactions, amounted to $7,293,930,071 and $9,425,228,216, respectively, for the year ended March 31, 2026.

#### Note 7 — Investment by affiliated funds
Certain investors in the fund are affiliated funds that are managed by the Advisor and its affiliates. The affiliated funds do not invest in the fund for the purpose of exercising management or control; however, this investment may represent a significant portion of the fund's net assets. At March 31, 2026, funds within the John Hancock group of funds complex held 15.0% of the fund's net assets. The following fund(s) had an affiliate ownership of 5% or more of the fund's net assets:

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|:---|:---|
| **Fund** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Affiliated Concentration** |
| John Hancock Funds II Multimanager Lifestyle Growth Portfolio | &nbsp;&nbsp;5.6% |

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#### Note 8 — Investment in affiliated underlying funds
The fund may invest in affiliated underlying funds that are managed by the Advisor and its affiliates. Information regarding the fund's fiscal year to date purchases and sales of the affiliated underlying funds as well as income and capital gains earned by the fund, if any, is as follows:

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  |  |  |  |  |  |  | **Dividends and distributions** | **Dividends and distributions** |  |
| **Affiliate** | **Ending<br> share<br> amount** | **Beginning<br> value** | **Cost of<br> purchases** | **Proceeds<br> from shares<br> sold** | **Realized<br> gain<br> (loss)** | **Change in<br> unrealized<br> appreciation<br> (depreciation)** | **Income<br> distributions<br> received** | **Capital gain<br> distributions<br> received** | **Ending<br> value** |
| John Hancock Collateral Trust\* |  |  | $400135775 | $(400134567) | $(1208) |  | $37672 |  |  |

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\* Refer to the Securities lending note within Note 2 for details regarding this investment.

#### Note 9 — Segment reporting
The management committee of the Advisor acts as the fund's chief operating decision maker (the CODM), assessing performance and making decisions about resource allocation. The fund represents a single operating segment, as the CODM monitors and assesses the operating results of the fund as a whole, and the fund's long-term strategic asset allocation is managed in accordance with the terms of its prospectus, based on a defined investment strategy which is executed by the portfolio management team of the fund's subadvisor. Segment assets are reflected in the Statement of assets and liabilities as "Total assets", which consists primarily of total investments at value. The financial information, including the measurement of profit and loss and significant expenses, provided to and reviewed by the CODM is consistent with that presented within the Statement of operations, which includes "Increase (decrease) in net assets from operations", Statements of changes in net assets, which includes "Increase (decrease) in net assets from fund share transactions", and Financial highlights, which includes total return and income and expense ratios.

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#### Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

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#### To the Board of Trustees of John Hancock Funds III and Shareholders of John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund

#### Opinion on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the fund's schedule of investments, of John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund (one of the funds constituting John Hancock Funds III, referred to hereafter as the "Fund") as of March 31, 2026, the related statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2026, the statements of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2026, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the five years in the period ended March 31, 2026 (collectively referred to as the "financial statements"). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of March 31, 2026, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2026 and the financial highlights for each of the five years in the period ended March 31, 2026 in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

#### Basis for Opinion
These financial statements are the responsibility of the Fund's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund's financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of March 31, 2026 by correspondence with the custodian and transfer agent. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

Boston, Massachusetts

May 14, 2026

We have served as the auditor of one or more investment companies in the John Hancock group of funds since 1988.

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Tax information

(Unaudited)

For federal income tax purposes, the following information is furnished with respect to the distributions of the fund, if any, paid during its taxable year ended March 31, 2026.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable of its net taxable income as eligible for the corporate dividends-received deduction.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable of its net taxable income as qualified dividend income as provided in the Jobs and Growth Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2003.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable as Section 163(j) Interest Dividends.

The fund paid $1,108,085,494 in long-term capital gain dividends.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable of its Section 199A dividends as defined in Proposed Treasury Regulation §1.199A-3(d).

Eligible shareholders will be mailed a 2026 Form 1099-DIV in early 2027. This will reflect the tax character of all distributions paid in calendar year 2026.

#### Please consult a tax advisor regarding the tax consequences of your investment in the fund.
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#### SHAREHOLDER MEETING

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(Unaudited)

The fund held a Special Joint Meeting of Shareholders on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. The following proposal was considered by the shareholders:

#### Proposal: To elect five Trustees as members of the Board of Trustees of the Trust.
THE PROPOSAL <u>PASSED</u> ON November 12, 2025.

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|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total votes<br> for the nominee** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total votes withheld<br> from the nominee** |
| **Independent Trustees** |  |  |
| William K. Bacic | &nbsp;&nbsp;1425116957 | &nbsp;&nbsp;23441042 |
| Christine L. Hurtsellers | &nbsp;&nbsp;1431763939 | &nbsp;&nbsp;16794060 |
| Kenneth J. Phelan | &nbsp;&nbsp;1431995585 | &nbsp;&nbsp;16562415 |
| Thomas R. Wright | &nbsp;&nbsp;1425328916 | &nbsp;&nbsp;23229083 |

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|:---|:---|:---|
| **Non-Independent Trustee** |  |  |
| Kristie M. Feinberg | &nbsp;&nbsp;1,425,345,708 | &nbsp;&nbsp;23,068,298 |

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John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC

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Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

This report is for the information of the shareholders of John Hancock Disciplined Value Fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by a prospectus.

MF5346148 340A 3/26

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Annual Financial Statements & Other N-CSR Items

## John Hancock

## Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund
U.S. equity

March 31, 2026

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Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund

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| &nbsp;&nbsp;**2** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Fund's investments](#xx_edc03b2b-9b17-4107-b12e-07d54b6d38f9_1) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**8** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Financial statements](#xx_5d69324d-233c-4ed3-83d0-112dec025145_1) |
| **11** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Financial highlights](#xx_c771970c-3a90-4878-b858-15f314630d2d_1) |
| **17** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Notes to financial statements](#xx_4f3a674b-e8b9-4ae6-aad0-67c449cdd9c2_1) |
| **25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Report of independent registered public accounting firm](#xx_5eda861d-75de-4725-be99-b303d35d6be0_1) |
| **26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Tax information](#xx_809d64ab-932b-4a5f-9def-fbd3751ff612_1) |
| **27** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Shareholder meeting](#xx_68c94cb4-de79-4258-abe9-ea5424e6121a_1) |

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Fund's investments

#### AS OF 3-31-26

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Common stocks 97.6%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$21345449904** |
| (Cost $15,727,571,954) |  |  |
| **Consumer discretionary 15.2%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3314932152** |
| **Automobile components 0.4%** |  |  |
| Gentex Corp. | 3918713 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;85623879 |
| **Broadline retail 1.2%** |  |  |
| eBay, Inc. | 2930938 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;266773977 |
| **Distributors 0.5%** |  |  |
| LKQ Corp. | 3495265 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;102655933 |
| **Diversified consumer services 0.7%** |  |  |
| frontdoor, Inc. (A) | 2907728 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;153702502 |
| **Hotels, restaurants and leisure 3.6%** |  |  |
| Boyd Gaming Corp. | 1636035 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;134449356 |
| Churchill Downs, Inc. | 576026 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;51744416 |
| Darden Restaurants, Inc. | 408874 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;80155659 |
| Domino's Pizza, Inc. | 227781 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;81725545 |
| Expedia Group, Inc. | 477424 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;110232427 |
| Marriott International, Inc., Class A | 262867 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;85975910 |
| Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. | 1239037 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;100646976 |
| Yum! Brands, Inc. | 890347 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;138431152 |
| **Household durables 3.7%** |  |  |
| Cavco Industries, Inc. (A) | 172455 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;83518232 |
| D.R. Horton, Inc. | 906809 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;124432331 |
| NVR, Inc. (A) | 31847 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;209866316 |
| Somnigroup International, Inc. | 2671041 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;197443351 |
| TopBuild Corp. (A) | 523845 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;184026749 |
| **Specialty retail 4.4%** |  |  |
| AutoZone, Inc. (A) | 95268 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;321794345 |
| Murphy USA, Inc. | 308478 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;152378878 |
| Ross Stores, Inc. | 910589 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;197260895 |
| Valvoline, Inc. (A)(B) | 3889027 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;130982429 |
| Williams-Sonoma, Inc. | 865518 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;157809897 |
| **Textiles, apparel and luxury goods 0.7%** |  |  |
| Ralph Lauren Corp. | 474726 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;163300997 |
| **Consumer staples 5.2%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1129677237** |
| **Beverages 1.7%** |  |  |
| Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. | 1339831 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;256899196 |
| Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC | 1243354 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;112734907 |
| **Consumer staples distribution and retail 2.5%** |  |  |
| Sysco Corp. | 2378757 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;169676737 |
| U.S. Foods Holding Corp. (A) | 3979438 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;366943978 |

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|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Consumer staples (continued)** |  |  |
| **Food products 1.0%** |  |  |
| Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. | 856881 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$67822131 |
| McCormick & Company, Inc. | 3084859 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;155600288 |
| **Energy 8.3%** |  | **1814691193** |
| **Energy equipment and services 2.2%** |  |  |
| SLB, Ltd. | 1852483 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;95199101 |
| TechnipFMC PLC | 5515617 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;381294602 |
| **Oil, gas and consumable fuels 6.1%** |  |  |
| Diamondback Energy, Inc. | 1080614 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;213734643 |
| EQT Corp. | 2666722 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;169710188 |
| Marathon Petroleum Corp. | 1199363 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;292860457 |
| Permian Resources Corp., Class A | 12503989 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;266585045 |
| Phillips 66 | 990744 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;180493742 |
| Range Resources Corp. | 4754613 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;214813415 |
| **Financials 15.1%** |  | **3311254318** |
| **Banks 2.1%** |  |  |
| East West Bancorp, Inc. | 1825224 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;194860914 |
| Fifth Third Bancorp | 2529081 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;117501103 |
| Huntington Bancshares, Inc. | 9129408 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;142875235 |
| **Capital markets 6.4%** |  |  |
| Affiliated Managers Group, Inc. | 685504 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;189678957 |
| Ameriprise Financial, Inc. | 811000 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;360408400 |
| Ares Management Corp., Class A | 725827 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;79187726 |
| Evercore, Inc., Class A | 349499 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;104328946 |
| LPL Financial Holdings, Inc. | 1178852 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;354634047 |
| SEI Investments Company | 1248473 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;97967676 |
| Stifel Financial Corp. | 2889107 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;213562789 |
| **Consumer finance 1.0%** |  |  |
| Credit Acceptance Corp. (A)(B) | 293093 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;124113162 |
| Synchrony Financial | 1267375 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;86206848 |
| **Financial services 1.8%** |  |  |
| Corpay, Inc. (A) | 343832 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;100051674 |
| Rocket Companies, Inc., Class A (A) | 6472895 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;92238754 |
| Voya Financial, Inc. | 1454674 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;99383328 |
| WEX, Inc. (A) | 721400 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;110403056 |
| **Insurance 3.8%** |  |  |
| Arch Capital Group, Ltd. (A) | 1476804 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;141758416 |
| First American Financial Corp. | 2264055 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;136499876 |
| Markel Group, Inc. (A) | 125227 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;239693244 |
| RenaissanceRe Holdings, Ltd. | 638276 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;189714775 |
| The Travelers Companies, Inc. | 466900 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;136185392 |

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|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Health care 9.8%** |  | **$2145680983** |
| **Biotechnology 1.1%** |  |  |
| Biogen, Inc. (A) | 781583 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;143287611 |
| Halozyme Therapeutics, Inc. (A) | 1427415 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;92253831 |
| **Health care equipment and supplies 2.0%** |  |  |
| GE HealthCare Technologies, Inc. | 1885138 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;134184123 |
| Solventum Corp. (A) | 2762532 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;180393340 |
| STERIS PLC | 608319 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;134517580 |
| **Health care providers and services 5.5%** |  |  |
| Cencora, Inc. | 999110 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;313860415 |
| Labcorp Holdings, Inc. | 513049 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;136886604 |
| McKesson Corp. | 196746 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;170256119 |
| Quest Diagnostics, Inc. | 866867 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;169888595 |
| Tenet Healthcare Corp. (A) | 1279790 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;241509171 |
| The Cigna Group | 657706 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;175443076 |
| **Life sciences tools and services 1.2%** |  |  |
| IQVIA Holdings, Inc. (A) | 888187 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;151471411 |
| Qiagen NV (New York Stock Exchange) | 2540687 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;101729107 |
| **Industrials 18.1%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**3958461248** |
| **Aerospace and defense 2.9%** |  |  |
| Howmet Aerospace, Inc. | 869295 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;200337726 |
| L3Harris Technologies, Inc. | 534639 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;184530651 |
| Textron, Inc. | 2898013 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;253750018 |
| **Air freight and logistics 1.1%** |  |  |
| Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. | 1717270 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;245964582 |
| **Building products 3.8%** |  |  |
| Allegion PLC | 1747228 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;253854756 |
| Builders FirstSource, Inc. (A) | 1111921 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;91544456 |
| Carlisle Companies, Inc. | 235878 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;78693618 |
| Masco Corp. | 2775486 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;167556090 |
| Masterbrand, Inc. (A)(B) | 4565625 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;37940344 |
| Resideo Technologies, Inc. (A) | 2777105 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;93616210 |
| UFP Industries, Inc. | 1229321 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;113245051 |
| **Commercial services and supplies 1.0%** |  |  |
| Copart, Inc. (A) | 2263245 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;75139734 |
| RB Global, Inc. | 1545895 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;148174036 |
| **Electrical equipment 1.7%** |  |  |
| AMETEK, Inc. | 681186 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;146019031 |
| Generac Holdings, Inc. (A) | 1082504 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;211445506 |
| **Ground transportation 1.7%** |  |  |
| Landstar System, Inc. | 692521 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;111018042 |
| Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. | 1371280 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;267948112 |

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|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Industrials (continued)** |  |  |
| **Industrial conglomerates 0.6%** |  |  |
| 3M Company | 882249 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$128129022 |
| **Machinery 3.5%** |  |  |
| Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc. | 1386663 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;162322771 |
| Dover Corp. | 554071 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;115496100 |
| ITT, Inc. | 462311 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;88084115 |
| Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. | 563517 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;140360814 |
| Parker-Hannifin Corp. | 110653 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;99060992 |
| Watts Water Technologies, Inc., Class A | 532211 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;154495531 |
| **Professional services 1.3%** |  |  |
| CACI International, Inc., Class A (A) | 357326 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;194338892 |
| Leidos Holdings, Inc. | 561628 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;87344387 |
| **Trading companies and distributors 0.5%** |  |  |
| MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc., Class A | 1171027 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;108050661 |
| **Information technology 9.9%** |  | **2169142898** |
| **Electronic equipment, instruments and components 5.0%** |  |  |
| Arrow Electronics, Inc. (A) | 717621 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;102914028 |
| CDW Corp. | 1378296 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;166801382 |
| Flex, Ltd. (A) | 2289694 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;149883369 |
| Jabil, Inc. | 409143 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;108680655 |
| Keysight Technologies, Inc. (A) | 964430 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;272326099 |
| TE Connectivity PLC | 269884 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;56411154 |
| Vontier Corp. | 2147736 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;76180196 |
| Zebra Technologies Corp., Class A (A) | 715732 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;149645247 |
| **IT services 0.6%** |  |  |
| EPAM Systems, Inc. (A) | 1022320 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;138422128 |
| **Semiconductors and semiconductor equipment 1.9%** |  |  |
| Marvell Technology, Inc. | 1265823 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;125379768 |
| Microchip Technology, Inc. | 3337384 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;215628380 |
| Qnity Electronics, Inc. | 646440 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;74586247 |
| **Software 1.6%** |  |  |
| Check Point Software Technologies, Ltd. (A) | 567565 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;81076660 |
| Gen Digital, Inc. | 5559432 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;104684105 |
| InterDigital, Inc. | 561088 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;169448576 |
| **Technology hardware, storage and peripherals 0.8%** |  |  |
| NetApp, Inc. | 1729416 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;177074904 |
| **Materials 5.2%** |  | **1137045743** |
| **Chemicals 1.4%** |  |  |
| CF Industries Holdings, Inc. | 1637527 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;212616506 |
| NewMarket Corp. | 151405 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;97043035 |

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|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Materials (continued)** |  |  |
| **Containers and packaging 1.9%** |  |  |
| Ball Corp. | 3173294 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$187573408 |
| Packaging Corp. of America | 1104635 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;234425640 |
| **Metals and mining 1.6%** |  |  |
| Commercial Metals Company | 2026287 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;124474810 |
| Reliance, Inc. | 746769 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;226958034 |
| **Paper and forest products 0.3%** |  |  |
| Louisiana-Pacific Corp. | 741640 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;53954310 |
| **Real estate 6.1%** |  | **1331506600** |
| **Industrial REITs 0.8%** |  |  |
| EastGroup Properties, Inc. | 917874 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;169889299 |
| **Residential REITs 1.5%** |  |  |
| Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc. | 1924001 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;120096142 |
| Equity Residential | 1614445 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;95494422 |
| Essex Property Trust, Inc. | 429924 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;104041608 |
| **Retail REITs 2.3%** |  |  |
| Regency Centers Corp. | 2625970 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;198680890 |
| Simon Property Group, Inc. | 1620113 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;302199678 |
| **Specialized REITs 1.5%** |  |  |
| Extra Space Storage, Inc. | 671740 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;88085266 |
| Lamar Advertising Company, Class A | 1522144 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;192794759 |
| VICI Properties, Inc. | 2204412 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;60224536 |
| **Utilities 4.7%** |  | **1033057532** |
| **Electric utilities 3.1%** |  |  |
| Entergy Corp. | 1367231 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;153622075 |
| FirstEnergy Corp. | 2635145 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;133496446 |
| NRG Energy, Inc. | 361915 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;52890258 |
| OGE Energy Corp. | 3819667 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;183191229 |
| Xcel Energy, Inc. | 2048419 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;162726405 |
| **Multi-utilities 1.6%** |  |  |
| CenterPoint Energy, Inc. | 2297250 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;99149310 |
| DTE Energy Company | 1695950 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;247981809 |

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Yield (%)** | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Short-term investments 2.7%** |  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$602529810** |
| (Cost $602,523,684) |  |  |  |
| **Short-term funds 2.7%** |  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**602529810** |
| John Hancock Collateral Trust (C) | 3.6657(D) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5407903 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;54088222 |
| State Street Institutional U.S. Government Money Market Fund, Premier Class | 3.5918(D) | 548441588 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;548441588 |

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| **Total investments (Cost $16,330,095,638) 100.3%** | **$21947979714** |
| **Other assets and liabilities, net (0.3%)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(76071079)** |
| **Total net assets 100.0%** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$21871908635** |

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|:---|:---|
| The percentage shown for each investment category is the total value of the category as a percentage of the net assets of the fund. | The percentage shown for each investment category is the total value of the category as a percentage of the net assets of the fund. |
| **Security Abbreviations and Legend** | **Security Abbreviations and Legend** |
| (A) | Non-income producing security. |
| (B) | All or a portion of this security is on loan as of 3-31-26. |
| (C) | Investment is an affiliate of the fund, the advisor and/or subadvisor. This security represents the investment of cash collateral received for securities lending. |
| (D) | The rate shown is the annualized seven-day yield as of 3-31-26. |

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At 3-31-26, the aggregate cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was $16,437,594,516. Net unrealized appreciation aggregated to $5,510,385,198, of which $6,057,700,992 related to gross unrealized appreciation and $547,315,794 related to gross unrealized depreciation.

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Financial statements

#### STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES 3-31-26

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|:---|:---|
| **Assets** |  |
| Unaffiliated investments, at value (Cost $16,276,013,542) including $63,278,715 of securities loaned | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$21893891492 |
| Affiliated investments, at value (Cost $54,082,096) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;54088222 |
| **Total investments, at value (Cost $16,330,095,638)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**21947979714** |
| Dividends and interest receivable | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;19834924 |
| Receivable for fund shares sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;25614305 |
| Receivable for securities lending income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;11851 |
| Other assets | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1786221 |
| **Total assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**21995227015** |
| **Liabilities** |  |
| Payable for investments purchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;30118282 |
| Payable for fund shares repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;34719809 |
| Payable upon return of securities loaned | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;54093218 |
| Payable to affiliates |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Accounting and legal services fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;944732 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Transfer agent fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1545347 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Distribution and service fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24216 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Trustees' fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;43734 |
| Other liabilities and accrued expenses | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1829042 |
| **Total liabilities** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**123318380** |
| **Net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$21871908635** |
| **Net assets consist of** |  |
| Paid-in capital | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$15408006083 |
| Total distributable earnings (loss) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6463902552 |
| **Net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$21871908635** |
| **Net asset value per share** |  |
| Based on net asset value and shares outstanding - the fund has an unlimited number of shares authorized with no par value |  |
| Class A ($1,441,832,489 ÷ 55,345,592 shares)<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$26.05 |
| Class C ($57,123,156 ÷ 2,212,826 shares)<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$25.81 |
| Class I ($13,397,266,836 ÷ 482,076,311 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$27.79 |
| Class R2 ($37,838,932 ÷ 1,371,063 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$27.60 |
| Class R4 ($176,991,993 ÷ 6,380,749 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$27.74 |
| Class R6 ($6,760,855,229 ÷ 243,308,037 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$27.79 |
| **Maximum offering price per share** |  |
| Class A (net asset value per share ÷ 95%)<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$27.42 |

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<sup>1</sup> Redemption price per share is equal to net asset value less any applicable contingent deferred sales charge.

<sup>2</sup> On single retail sales of less than $50,000. On sales of $50,000 or more and on group sales the offering price is reduced.

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#### STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS For the year ended 3-31-26

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Investment income** |  |
| Dividends | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$355329689 |
| Interest | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;18676 |
| Securities lending, net | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6378372 |
| Less foreign taxes withheld | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(355580) |
| **Total investment income** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**361371157** |
| **Expenses** |  |
| Investment management fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;163694104 |
| Distribution and service fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5086304 |
| Accounting and legal services fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3705050 |
| Transfer agent fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;18427138 |
| Trustees' fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;573219 |
| Custodian fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2417767 |
| State registration fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;325334 |
| Printing and postage | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1167778 |
| Professional fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;656741 |
| Other | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;581763 |
| **Total expenses** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**196635198** |
| Less expense reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2256091) |
| **Net expenses** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**194379107** |
| **Net investment income** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**166992050** |
| **Realized and unrealized gain (loss)** |  |
| **Net realized gain (loss) on** |  |
| Unaffiliated investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2045713336 |
| Affiliated investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(10227) |
| Redemptions in kind | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;67633525 |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2113336634** |
| **Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of** |  |
| Unaffiliated investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;748915830 |
| Affiliated investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(17804992) |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**731110838** |
| **Net realized and unrealized gain** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2844447472** |
| **Increase in net assets from operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$3011439522** |

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#### STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

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|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Year ended<br> 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Year ended<br> 3-31-25** |
| **Increase (decrease) in net assets** |  |  |
| **From operations** |  |  |
| Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$166992050 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$195412709 |
| Net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2113336634 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2306611003 |
| Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;731110838 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2595288140) |
| **Increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3011439522** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(93264428)** |
| **Distributions to shareholders** |  |  |
| From earnings |  |  |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(127547413) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(161756786) |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(4801886) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(6217682) |
| Class I | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1291144876) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1579218002) |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3153029) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(4871009) |
| Class R4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(15597186) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(22081457) |
| Class R6 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(601608486) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(686252920) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2043852876)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2460397856)** |
| **From fund share transactions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(105088211)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**138805751** |
| **Total increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**862498435** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2414856533)** |
| **Net assets** |  |  |
| Beginning of year | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;21009410200 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;23424266733 |
| **End of year** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$21871908635** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$21009410200** |

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS A SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.98** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.33** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.54** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.33** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.12 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.17 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.17 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.20 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.09 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3.42 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.35) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.66 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.69) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.60 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.54** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.18)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.83** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.49)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.69** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.15) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.17) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.20) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.19) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.07) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.32) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.00) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.84) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.03) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.70) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.47)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.17)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.04)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.22)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.77)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.05** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.98** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.33** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.54** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.25** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2,3</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**14.19** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.83)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**25.16** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.53)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**10.91** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1442 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1380 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1510 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1363 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1486 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.11 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.11 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.13 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.12 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.11 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.10 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.10 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.12 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.11 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.10 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.46 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.60 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.68 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.83 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.34 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48<sup>4</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;49 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;47 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;41 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;26 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Does not reflect the effect of sales charges, if any.

<sup>4</sup> Excludes in-kind transactions.

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| **CLASS C SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.82** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.20** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.45** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.14** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.34** |
| Net investment income (loss)<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.08) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.04) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.02) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.02 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.12) |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3.39 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.34) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.61 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.68) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.62 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.31** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.38)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.59** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.66)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.50** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;—<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.32) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.00) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.84) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.03) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.70) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.32)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.00)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.84)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.03)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.70)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.81** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.82** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.20** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.45** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.14** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>3,4</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.32** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.56)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**24.19** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(6.22)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**10.12** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$57 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$55 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$56 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$62 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.86 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.86 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.88 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.87 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.86 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.85 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.85 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.87 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.86 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.85 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income (loss) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.29) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.15) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.07) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.08 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.46) |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48<sup>5</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;49 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;47 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;41 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;26 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Less than $0.005 per share.

<sup>3</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>4</sup> Does not reflect the effect of sales charges, if any.

<sup>5</sup> Excludes in-kind transactions.

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS I SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.50** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$29.86** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.76** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$27.55** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.49** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.20 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.25 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.24 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.27 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.16 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3.63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.36) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.96 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.78) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.74 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.83** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.11)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**6.20** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.51)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.90** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.22) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.25) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.26) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.25) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.14) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.32) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.00) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.84) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.03) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.70) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.54)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.25)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.10)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.28)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.84)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$27.79** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.50** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$29.86** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.76** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$27.55** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**14.48** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.57)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**25.46** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.31)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**11.23** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$13397 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$13376 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$14709 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$13215 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$14847 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.86 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.86 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.88 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.87 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.86 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.85 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.85 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.87 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.86 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.85 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.71 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.85 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.93 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.08 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.59 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48<sup>3</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;49 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;47 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;41 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;26 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Excludes in-kind transactions.

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS R2 SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.33** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$29.69** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.64** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$27.41** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.37** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.09 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.13 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.14 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.17 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.05 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3.61 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.36) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.91 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.76) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.73 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.70** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.23)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**6.05** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.59)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.78** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.11) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.13) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.16) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.15) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.04) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.32) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.00) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.84) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.03) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.70) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.43)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.13)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.00)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.18)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.74)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$27.60** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.33** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$29.69** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.64** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$27.41** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**14.07** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.97)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**24.93** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.65)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**10.78** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$38 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$38 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$52 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$89 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$103 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.25 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.25 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.26 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.26 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.25 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.24 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.24 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.25 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.25 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.24 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.31 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.44 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.52 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.68 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.18 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48<sup>3</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;49 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;47 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;41 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;26 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Excludes in-kind transactions.

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS R4 SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.45** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$29.81** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.73** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$27.51** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.46** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.16 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.20 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.21 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.24 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.12 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3.63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.35) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.93 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.77) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.73 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.79** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.15)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**6.14** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.53)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.85** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.18) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.21) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.22) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.22) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.10) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.32) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.00) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.84) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.03) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.70) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.50)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.21)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.06)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.25)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.80)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$27.74** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.45** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$29.81** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.73** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$27.51** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**14.35** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.72)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**25.25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.42)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**11.06** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$177 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$194 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$250 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$133 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$141 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.10 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.10 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.11 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.11 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.10 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.99 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.99 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.00 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.00 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.99 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.57 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.70 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.81 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.94 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.43 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48<sup>3</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;49 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;47 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;41 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;26 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Excludes in-kind transactions.

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| **CLASS R6 SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.49** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$29.85** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.75** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$27.54** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.48** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.23 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.28 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.28 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.30 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.19 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3.64 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.36) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.95 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.78) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.74 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.87** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.08)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**6.23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.48)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.93** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.25) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.28) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.29) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.28) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.17) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.32) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.00) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.84) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.03) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.70) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.57)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.28)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.13)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.31)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.87)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$27.79** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.49** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$29.85** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.75** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$27.54** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**14.64** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.47)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**25.59** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.21)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**11.36** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$6761 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$5967 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$6841 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$4866 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$4768 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.75 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.75 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.76 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.76 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.75 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.74 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.74 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.75 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.75 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.75 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.82 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.96 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.05 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.20 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.69 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48<sup>3</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;49 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;47 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;41 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;26 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Excludes in-kind transactions.

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Notes to financial statements

#### Note 1 — Organization
John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (the fund) is a series of John Hancock Funds III (the Trust), an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust and registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act). The investment objective of the fund is to seek long-term growth of capital with current income as a secondary objective.

The fund may offer multiple classes of shares. The shares currently outstanding are detailed in the Statement of assets and liabilities. Class A and Class C shares are offered to all investors. Class I shares are offered to institutions and certain investors. Class R2 and Class R4 shares are available only to certain retirement and 529 plans. Class R6 shares are only available to certain retirement plans, institutions and other investors. Class C shares convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase (certain exclusions may apply). Shareholders of each class have exclusive voting rights to matters that affect that class. The distribution and service fees, if any, and transfer agent fees for each class may differ.

#### Note 2 — Significant accounting policies
The financial statements have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (US GAAP), which require management to make certain estimates and assumptions as of the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant. The fund qualifies as an investment company under Topic 946 of Accounting Standards Codification of US GAAP.

Events or transactions occurring after the end of the fiscal period through the date that the financial statements were issued have been evaluated in the preparation of the financial statements. The following summarizes the significant accounting policies of the fund:

**Security valuation. Investments are stated at value as of the scheduled close of regular trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), normally at 4:00 P.M., Eastern Time. In case of emergency or other disruption resulting in the NYSE not opening for trading or the NYSE closing at a time other than the regularly scheduled close, the net asset value (NAV) may be determined as of the regularly scheduled close of the NYSE pursuant to the Valuation Policies and Procedures of the Advisor, John Hancock Investment Management LLC, the fund's valuation designee.**

In order to value the securities, the fund uses the following valuation techniques: Equity securities, including exchange-traded or closed-end funds, are typically valued at the last sale price or official closing price on the exchange or principal market where the security trades. In the event there were no sales during the day or closing prices are not available, the securities are valued using the last available bid price. Investments by the fund in open-end mutual funds, including John Hancock Collateral Trust (JHCT), are valued at their respective NAVs each business day.

In certain instances, the Pricing Committee of the Advisor may determine to value equity securities using prices obtained from another exchange or market if trading on the exchange or market on which prices are typically obtained did not open for trading as scheduled, or if trading closed earlier than scheduled, and trading occurred as normal on another exchange or market.

Other portfolio securities and assets, for which reliable market quotations are not readily available, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the Pricing Committee following procedures established by the Advisor and adopted by the Board of Trustees. The frequency with which these fair valuation procedures are used cannot be predicted and fair value of securities may differ significantly from the value that would have been used had a ready market for such securities existed.

The fund uses a three tier hierarchy to prioritize the pricing assumptions, referred to as inputs, used in valuation techniques to measure fair value. Level 1 includes securities valued using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities, including registered investment companies. Level 2 includes securities valued using other significant observable inputs. Observable inputs may include quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates,

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prepayment speeds and credit risk. Prices for securities valued using these inputs are received from independent pricing vendors and brokers and are based on an evaluation of the inputs described. Level 3 includes securities valued using significant unobservable inputs when market prices are not readily available or reliable, including the Advisor's assumptions in determining the fair value of investments. Factors used in determining value may include market or issuer specific events or trends, changes in interest rates and credit quality. The inputs or methodology used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in those securities. Changes in valuation techniques and related inputs may result in transfers into or out of an assigned level within the disclosure hierarchy.

As of March 31, 2026, all investments are categorized as Level 1 under the hierarchy described above.

**Real estate investment trusts. The fund may invest in real estate investment trusts (REITs). Distributions from REITs may be recorded as income and subsequently characterized by the REIT at the end of their fiscal year as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. As a result, the fund will estimate the components of distributions from these securities. Such estimates are revised when the actual components of the distributions are known.**

**Security transactions and related investment income. Investment security transactions are accounted for on a trade date plus one basis for daily NAV calculations. However, for financial reporting purposes, investment transactions are reported on trade date. Interest income is accrued as earned. Dividend income is recorded on ex-date, except for dividends of certain foreign securities where the dividend may not be known until after the ex-date. In those cases, dividend income, net of withholding taxes, is recorded when the fund becomes aware of the dividends. Non-cash dividends, if any, are recorded at the fair market value of the securities received. Gains and losses on securities sold are determined on the basis of identified cost and may include proceeds from litigation.**

**Securities lending. The fund may lend its securities to earn additional income. The fund receives collateral from the borrower in an amount not less than the market value of the loaned securities. The fund may invest its cash collateral in JHCT, an affiliate of the fund, which has a floating NAV and is registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as an investment company. JHCT is a government money market fund and invests in U.S. Government securities and/or repurchase agreements. The fund will receive the benefit of any gains and bear any losses generated by JHCT with respect to the cash collateral.** 

The fund has the right to recall loaned securities on demand. If a borrower fails to return loaned securities when due, then the lending agent is responsible and indemnifies the fund for the lent securities. The lending agent uses the collateral received from the borrower to purchase replacement securities of the same issue, type, class and series of the loaned securities. If the value of the collateral is less than the purchase cost of replacement securities, the lending agent is responsible for satisfying the shortfall but only to the extent that the shortfall is not due to any decrease in the value of JHCT.

Although the risk of loss on securities lent is mitigated by receiving collateral from the borrower and through lending agent indemnification, the fund could experience a delay in recovering securities or could experience a lower than expected return if the borrower fails to return the securities on a timely basis. During the existence of the loan, the fund will receive from the borrower amounts equivalent to any dividends, interest or other distributions on the loaned securities, as well as interest on such amounts. The fund receives compensation for lending its securities by retaining a portion of the return on the investment of the collateral and compensation from fees earned from borrowers of the securities. Securities lending income received by the fund is net of fees retained by the securities lending agent. Net income received from JHCT is a component of securities lending income as recorded on the Statement of operations.

Obligations to repay collateral received by the fund are shown on the Statement of assets and liabilities as Payable upon return of securities loaned and are secured by the loaned securities. As of March 31, 2026, the fund loaned securities valued at $63,278,715 and received $54,093,218 of cash collateral.

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In addition, non-cash collateral of approximately $10,499,960 in the form of U.S. Treasuries was pledged to the fund. This non-cash collateral is not reflected in the fund's net assets, however could be sold by the securities lending agent in the event of default by the borrower.

**Foreign taxes. The fund may be subject to withholding tax on income, capital gains or repatriations imposed by certain countries, a portion of which may be recoverable. Foreign taxes are accrued based upon the fund's understanding of the tax rules and rates that exist in the foreign markets in which it invests. Taxes are accrued based on gains realized by the fund as a result of certain foreign security sales. In certain circumstances, estimated taxes are accrued based on unrealized appreciation of such securities. Investment income is recorded net of foreign withholding taxes.**

**Overdraft. The fund may have the ability to borrow from banks for temporary or emergency purposes, including meeting redemption requests that otherwise might require the untimely sale of securities. Pursuant to the fund's custodian agreement, the custodian may loan money to the fund to make properly authorized payments. The fund is obligated to repay the custodian for any overdraft, including any related costs or expenses. The custodian may have a lien, security interest or security entitlement in any fund property that is not otherwise segregated or pledged, to the extent of any overdraft, and to the maximum extent permitted by law.**

**Line of credit. The fund and other affiliated funds have entered into a syndicated line of credit agreement with Citibank, N.A. as the administrative agent that enables them to participate in a $1 billion unsecured committed line of credit, which is in effect through July 13, 2026 unless extended or renewed. Excluding commitments designated for certain funds and subject to the needs of all other affiliated funds, the fund can borrow up to an aggregate commitment amount of $750 million, subject to asset coverage and other limitations as specified in the agreement. A commitment fee payable at the end of each calendar quarter, based on the average daily unused portion of the line of credit, is charged to each participating fund based on an asset-based allocation and is reflected in Other expenses on the Statement of operations. For the year ended March 31, 2026, the fund had no borrowings under the line of credit. Commitment fees for the year ended March 31, 2026 were $117,729.**

**Expenses. Within the John Hancock group of funds complex, expenses that are directly attributable to an individual fund are allocated to such fund. Expenses that are not readily attributable to a specific fund are allocated among all funds in an equitable manner, taking into consideration, among other things, the nature and type of expense and the fund's relative net assets. Expense estimates are accrued in the period to which they relate and adjustments are made when actual amounts are known.**

**Class allocations. Income, common expenses and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are determined at the fund level and allocated daily to each class of shares based on the net assets of the class. Class-specific expenses, such as distribution and service fees, if any, and transfer agent fees, for all classes, are charged daily at the class level based on the net assets of each class and the specific expense rates applicable to each class.**

**Federal income taxes. The fund intends to continue to qualify as a regulated investment company by complying with the applicable provisions of the Internal Revenue Code and will not be subject to federal income tax on taxable income that is distributed to shareholders. Therefore, no federal income tax provision is required.**

As of March 31, 2026, the fund had no uncertain tax positions that would require financial statement recognition, derecognition or disclosure. The fund's federal tax returns are subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service for a period of three years.

**Distribution of income and gains. Distributions to shareholders from net investment income and net realized gains, if any, are recorded on the ex-date. The fund generally declares and pays dividends annually. Capital gain distributions, if any, are typically distributed annually.**

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The tax character of distributions for the years ended March 31, 2026 and 2025 was as follows:

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**March 31, 2026** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**March 31, 2025** |
| Ordinary income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$182337790 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$187467665 |
| Long-term capital gains | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1861515086 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2272930191 |
| **Total** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$2043852876** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$2460397856** |

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Distributions paid by the fund with respect to each class of shares are calculated in the same manner, at the same time and in the same amount, except for the effect of class level expenses that may be applied differently to each class. As of March 31, 2026, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis consisted of $30,238,066 of undistributed ordinary income and $923,279,288 of undistributed long-term capital gains.

Such distributions and distributable earnings, on a tax basis, if any, are determined in conformity with income tax regulations, which may differ from US GAAP. Distributions in excess of tax basis earnings and profits, if any, are reported in the fund's financial statements as a return of capital.

Capital accounts within the financial statements are adjusted for permanent book-tax differences at fiscal year end. These adjustments have no impact on net assets or the results of operations. Temporary book-tax differences, if any, will reverse in a subsequent period. Book-tax differences are primarily attributable to redemptions in kind, wash sale loss deferrals and treating a portion of the proceeds from redemptions as distributions for tax purposes.

#### Note 3 — Guarantees and indemnifications
Under the Trust's organizational documents, its Officers and Trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust, including the fund. Additionally, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts with service providers that contain general indemnification clauses. The fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown, as this would involve future claims that may be made against the fund that have not yet occurred. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered remote.

#### Note 4 — Fees and transactions with affiliates
John Hancock Investment Management LLC (the Advisor) serves as investment advisor for the fund. John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Advisor, serves as principal underwriter of the fund. The Advisor and the Distributor are indirect, principally owned subsidiaries of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.), which in turn is a subsidiary of Manulife Financial Corporation.

**Management fee. The fund has an investment management agreement with the Advisor under which the fund pays a daily management fee to the Advisor equivalent on an annual basis to the sum of: (a) 0.800% of the first $500 million of the fund's aggregate net assets; (b) 0.775% of the next $500 million of the fund's aggregate net assets; (c) 0.750% of the next $500 million of the fund's aggregate net assets; (d) 0.725% of the next $1 billion of the fund's aggregate net assets; and (e) 0.700% of the fund's aggregate net assets in excess of $2.5 billion. Aggregate net assets include the net assets of the fund and John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Trust, a series trust of the John Hancock Trust Company Collective Investment Trust. The Advisor has a subadvisory agreement with Boston Partners Global Investors, Inc., an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of ORIX Corporation of Japan. The fund is not responsible for payment of the subadvisory fees.**

The Advisor has contractually agreed to waive a portion of its management fee and/or reimburse expenses for certain funds of the John Hancock group of funds complex, including the fund (the participating portfolios). This waiver is based upon aggregate net assets of all the participating portfolios. The amount of the reimbursement is calculated daily and allocated among all the participating portfolios in proportion to the daily net assets of each fund. During the year ended March 31, 2026, this waiver amounted to 0.01% of the fund's average daily net assets. This agreement expires on July 31, 2027, unless renewed by mutual agreement of the fund and the Advisor based upon a determination that this is appropriate under the circumstances at that time.

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For the year ended March 31, 2026, the expense reductions described above amounted to the following:

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Expense reduction** |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$129369 |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5106 |
| Class I | &nbsp;&nbsp;1311899 |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3519 |

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|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Expense reduction** |
| Class R4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$17160 |
| Class R6 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;595397 |
| **Total** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$2062450** |

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Expenses waived or reimbursed in the current fiscal period are not subject to recapture in future fiscal periods.

The investment management fees, including the impact of the waivers and reimbursements as described above, incurred for the year ended March 31, 2026, were equivalent to a net annual effective rate of 0.70% of the fund's average daily net assets.

**Accounting and legal services. Pursuant to a service agreement, the fund reimburses the Advisor for all expenses associated with providing the administrative, financial, legal, compliance, accounting and recordkeeping services to the fund, including the preparation of all tax returns, periodic reports to shareholders and regulatory reports, among other services. These expenses are allocated to each share class based on its relative net assets at the time the expense was incurred. These accounting and legal services fees incurred, for the year ended March 31, 2026, amounted to an annual rate of 0.02% of the fund's average daily net assets.**

**Distribution and service plans. The fund has a distribution agreement with the Distributor. The fund has adopted distribution and service plans for certain classes as detailed below pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act, to pay the Distributor for services provided as the distributor of shares of the fund. In addition, under a service plan for certain classes as detailed below, the fund pays for certain other services. The fund may pay up to the following contractual rates of distribution and service fees under these arrangements, expressed as an annual percentage of average daily net assets for each class of the fund's shares:**

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Rule 12b-1 Fee** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Service fee** |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.30% | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;1.00% | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.25% | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.25% |
| Class R4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.25% | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.10% |

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Currently only 0.25% is charged to Class A shares for Rule 12b-1 fees.

The fund's Distributor has contractually agreed to waive 0.10% of Rule 12b-1 fees for Class R4 shares. The current waiver agreement expires on July 31, 2026, unless renewed by mutual agreement of the fund and the Distributor based upon a determination that this is appropriate under the circumstances at the time. This contractual waiver amounted to $193,641 for Class R4 shares for the year ended March 31, 2026.

**Sales charges. Class A shares are assessed up-front sales charges, which resulted in payments to the Distributor amounting to $535,564 for the year ended March 31, 2026. Of this amount, $89,555 was retained and used for printing prospectuses, advertising, sales literature and other purposes and $446,009 was paid as sales commissions to broker-dealers.**

Class A and Class C shares may be subject to contingent deferred sales charges (CDSCs). Certain Class A shares purchased, including those that are acquired through purchases of $1 million or more, and redeemed within one year of purchase are subject to a 1.00% CDSC. Class C shares that are redeemed within one year of purchase are subject to a 1.00% CDSC. CDSCs are applied to the lesser of the current market value at the time of redemption or the original purchase cost of the shares being redeemed. Proceeds from CDSCs are used to compensate the Distributor for providing distribution-related services in connection with the sale of these shares. During the year ended March 31, 2026, CDSCs received by the Distributor amounted to $12,218 and $6,418 for Class A and Class C shares, respectively.

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**Transfer agent fees. The John Hancock group of funds has a complex-wide transfer agent agreement with John Hancock Signature Services, Inc. (Signature Services), an affiliate of the Advisor. The transfer agent fees paid to Signature Services are determined based on the cost to Signature Services (Signature Services Cost) of providing recordkeeping services. It also includes out-of-pocket expenses, including payments made to third-parties for recordkeeping services provided to their clients who invest in one or more John Hancock funds. In addition, Signature Services Cost may be reduced by certain fees that Signature Services receives in connection with retirement and small accounts. Signature Services Cost is calculated monthly and allocated, as applicable, to three categories of share classes: Retail Share Classes of Non-Municipal Bond Funds, Retirement Share Classes and Retail Share Classes of Municipal Bond Funds. Within each of these categories, the applicable costs are allocated to the affected John Hancock affiliated funds and/or classes, based on the relative average daily net assets.**

#### Class level expenses. Class level expenses for the year ended March 31, 2026 were as follows:

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|:---|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Distribution and service fees** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Transfer agent fees** |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$3642122 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1617447 |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;574851 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;63827 |
| Class I | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;16376332 |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;197956 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2123 |
| Class R4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;671375 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10359 |
| Class R6 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;357050 |
| **Total** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$5086304** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$18427138** |

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**Trustee expenses. The fund compensates each Trustee who is not an employee of the Advisor or its affiliates. The costs of paying Trustee compensation and expenses are allocated to the fund based on its net assets relative to other funds within the John Hancock group of funds complex.**

**Interfund lending program. Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the SEC, the fund, along with certain other funds advised by the Advisor or its affiliates, may participate in an interfund lending program. This program provides an alternative credit facility allowing the fund to borrow from, or lend money to, other participating affiliated funds. At period end, no interfund loans were outstanding. The fund's activity in this program during the period for which loans were outstanding was as follows:**

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **Borrower<br> or Lender** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Weighted Average<br> Loan Balance** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Days<br> Outstanding** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Weighted Average<br> Interest Rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Interest Income<br> (Expense)** |
| Lender | &nbsp;&nbsp;$71869000 | &nbsp;&nbsp;2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;4.678% | &nbsp;&nbsp;$18676 |

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#### Note 5 — Fund share transactions
Transactions in fund shares for the years ended March 31, 2026 and 2025 were as follows:

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** |
| **Class A shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8448968 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$227393599 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;7923315 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$215581837 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4392168 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;114108518 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5720080 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;145633238 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(12729617) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(341983076) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(11707002) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(319468236) |
| **Net increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**111519** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(480959)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1936393** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$41746839** |

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| | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** |
| **Class C shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;350949 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$9379147 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;402507 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$11046947 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;180371 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4653561 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;237398 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6018033 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(522784) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(13855332) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(655701) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(17784058) |
| **Net increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**8536** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$177376** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(15796)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(719078)** |
| **Class I shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;120933760 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$3465174979 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;103636218 | &nbsp;&nbsp;$2995400155 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;44581505 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1234907696 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;55678326 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1502758026 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;(188248938) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5301643075) | &nbsp;&nbsp;(147163607) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(4199627658) |
| **Net increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(22733673)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(601560400)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**12150937** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$298530523** |
| **Class R2 shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;254792 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$7205064 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;294503 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$8382021 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;91705 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2525549 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;152624 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4097957 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(415616) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(11996789) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(743970) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(20788016) |
| **Net decrease** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(69119)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(2266176)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(296843)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(8308038)** |
| **Class R4 shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1153909 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$32461252 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1447035 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$41457681 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;563835 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;15595667 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;819044 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;22081433 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2679924) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(76933473) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3324575) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(95667129) |
| **Net decrease** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(962180)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(28876554)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1058496)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(32128015)** |
| **Class R6 shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;68953655 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1996248740 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42991408 | &nbsp;&nbsp;$1239211894 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;17405062 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;481946155 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;21050601 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;567945207 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(68284860) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1950276393) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(67944278) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1967473581) |
| **Net increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**18073857** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$527918502** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3902269)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$(160316480)** |
| **Total net increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5571060)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$(105088211)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**8813926** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$138805751** |

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On December 19, 2025 there were redemptions in kind from Class R6 shares of $184,530,344 which represented approximately 0.8% of the fund. For purposes of US GAAP, this transaction was treated as a sale of securities and the resulting gains and losses were recognized based on the market value of the securities on the date of the transfer. For tax purposes, no gains or losses were recognized. Net realized gain resulting from such redemption in kind is shown on the Statement of operations.

#### Note 6 — Purchase and sale of securities
Purchases and sales of securities, other than short-term investments and in-kind transactions, amounted to $10,783,001,077 and $12,677,664,993, respectively, for the year ended March 31, 2026.

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#### Note 7 — Investment in affiliated underlying funds
The fund may invest in affiliated underlying funds that are managed by the Advisor and its affiliates. Information regarding the fund's fiscal year to date purchases and sales of the affiliated underlying funds as well as income and capital gains earned by the fund, if any, is as follows:

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  |  |  |  |  |  |  | **Dividends and distributions** | **Dividends and distributions** |  |
| **Affiliate** | **Ending<br> share<br> amount** | **Beginning<br> value** | **Cost of<br> purchases** | **Proceeds<br> from shares<br> sold** | **Realized<br> gain<br> (loss)** | **Change in<br> unrealized<br> appreciation<br> (depreciation)** | **Income<br> distributions<br> received** | **Capital gain<br> distributions<br> received** | **Ending<br> value** |
| John Hancock Collateral Trust\* | 5407903 | $119113445 | $1886891810 | $(1951913899) | $(10227) | $7093 | $6378372 |  | $54088222 |

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\* Refer to the Securities lending note within Note 2 for details regarding this investment.

#### Note 8 — Transactions in securities of affiliated issuers
Affiliated issuers, as defined by the 1940 Act, are those in which the fund's holdings of an issuer represent 5% or more of the outstanding voting securities of the issuer. A summary of the fund's transactions in the securities of these issuers during the year ended March 31, 2026, is set forth below:

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  |  |  |  |  |  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Dividends and distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Dividends and distributions** |  |
| **Affiliate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Ending<br> share<br> amount** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Beginning<br> value** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Cost of<br> purchases** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Proceeds<br> from shares<br> sold** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Realized<br> gain<br> (loss)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Change in<br> unrealized<br> appreciation<br> (depreciation)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Income<br> distributions<br> received** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Capital gain<br> distributions<br> received** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Ending<br> value** |
| Rocket Companies, Inc., Class A\* | &nbsp;&nbsp;6472895 | &nbsp;&nbsp;$119125916 | &nbsp;&nbsp;$16933908 | &nbsp;&nbsp;$(88020400) | &nbsp;&nbsp;$33421630 | &nbsp;&nbsp;$10777700 | &nbsp;&nbsp;$7124594 | &nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;$92238754 |

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\* The security was an affiliate at the beginning of the year but not at the end.

#### Note 9 — Segment reporting
The management committee of the Advisor acts as the fund's chief operating decision maker (the CODM), assessing performance and making decisions about resource allocation. The fund represents a single operating segment, as the CODM monitors and assesses the operating results of the fund as a whole, and the fund's long-term strategic asset allocation is managed in accordance with the terms of its prospectus, based on a defined investment strategy which is executed by the portfolio management team of the fund's subadvisor. Segment assets are reflected in the Statement of assets and liabilities as "Total assets", which consists primarily of total investments at value. The financial information, including the measurement of profit and loss and significant expenses, provided to and reviewed by the CODM is consistent with that presented within the Statement of operations, which includes "Increase (decrease) in net assets from operations", Statements of changes in net assets, which includes "Increase (decrease) in net assets from fund share transactions", and Financial highlights, which includes total return and income and expense ratios.

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#### Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

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#### To the Board of Trustees of John Hancock Funds III and Shareholders of John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund

#### Opinion on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the fund's schedule of investments, of John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (one of the funds constituting John Hancock Funds III, referred to hereafter as the "Fund") as of March 31, 2026, the related statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2026, the statements of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2026, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the five years in the period ended March 31, 2026 (collectively referred to as the "financial statements"). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of March 31, 2026, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2026 and the financial highlights for each of the five years in the period ended March 31, 2026 in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

#### Basis for Opinion
These financial statements are the responsibility of the Fund's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund's financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of March 31, 2026 by correspondence with the custodian, transfer agents, and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

Boston, Massachusetts

May 14, 2026

We have served as the auditor of one or more investment companies in the John Hancock group of funds since 1988.

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Tax information

(Unaudited)

For federal income tax purposes, the following information is furnished with respect to the distributions of the fund, if any, paid during its taxable year ended March 31, 2026.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable of its net taxable income as eligible for the corporate dividends-received deduction.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable of its net taxable income as qualified dividend income as provided in the Jobs and Growth Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2003.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable as Section 163(j) Interest Dividends.

The fund paid $2,021,996,500 in long-term capital gain dividends.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable of its Section 199A dividends as defined in Proposed Treasury Regulation §1.199A-3(d).

Eligible shareholders will be mailed a 2026 Form 1099-DIV in early 2027. This will reflect the tax character of all distributions paid in calendar year 2026.

#### Please consult a tax advisor regarding the tax consequences of your investment in the fund.
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#### SHAREHOLDER MEETING

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(Unaudited)

The fund held a Special Joint Meeting of Shareholders on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. The following proposal was considered by the shareholders:

#### Proposal: To elect five Trustees as members of the Board of Trustees of the Trust.
THE PROPOSAL <u>PASSED</u> ON November 12, 2025.

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total votes<br> for the nominee** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total votes withheld<br> from the nominee** |
| **Independent Trustees** |  |  |
| William K. Bacic | &nbsp;&nbsp;1425116957 | &nbsp;&nbsp;23441042 |
| Christine L. Hurtsellers | &nbsp;&nbsp;1431763939 | &nbsp;&nbsp;16794060 |
| Kenneth J. Phelan | &nbsp;&nbsp;1431995585 | &nbsp;&nbsp;16562415 |
| Thomas R. Wright | &nbsp;&nbsp;1425328916 | &nbsp;&nbsp;23229083 |

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|:---|:---|:---|
| **Non-Independent Trustee** |  |  |
| Kristie M. Feinberg | &nbsp;&nbsp;1,425,345,708 | &nbsp;&nbsp;23,068,298 |

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John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC

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NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

This report is for the information of the shareholders of John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by a prospectus.

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Annual Financial Statements & Other N-CSR Items

## John Hancock

## Global Shareholder Yield Fund
International equity

March 31, 2026

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Global Shareholder Yield Fund

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| &nbsp;&nbsp;**2** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Fund's investments](#xx_9a380fe3-5496-463d-aeb1-a4b1f1449925_1) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**6** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Financial statements](#xx_dcc38b04-397f-4710-9429-2a78789df2a5_1) |
| **10** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Financial highlights](#xx_a29e636a-f2e6-4aed-b951-66c7badec587_1) |
| **15** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Notes to financial statements](#xx_273407b3-587a-427c-8649-38adce5b21a1_1) |
| **25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Report of independent registered public accounting firm](#xx_1a49d41e-5ce3-498c-82e2-ed91167e4281_1) |
| **26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Tax information](#xx_704c6885-dc10-4b69-9749-0810ce4f32a8_1) |
| **27** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Shareholder meeting](#xx_c74f2199-8ced-4878-8eea-baff49bca111_1) |

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Fund's investments

#### AS OF 3-31-26

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Common stocks 99.1%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$1312986364** |
| (Cost $861,216,438) |  |  |
| **Austria 1.5%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**19304241** |
| BAWAG Group AG (A)(B) | 126978 | 19304241 |
| **Canada 3.9%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**51309823** |
| Enbridge, Inc. | 169579 | 9192691 |
| Great-West Lifeco, Inc. | 158463 | 7421368 |
| Nutrien, Ltd. (C) | 169504 | 12790772 |
| Rogers Communications, Inc., Class B | 218094 | 8387628 |
| Royal Bank of Canada | 42117 | 6808476 |
| TELUS Corp. | 521965 | 6708888 |
| **France 7.5%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**99535127** |
| AXA SA | 440669 | 20249510 |
| Cie Generale des Etablissements Michelin SCA | 227287 | 7786636 |
| Orange SA | 1044179 | 21408960 |
| Sanofi SA | 170974 | 16510996 |
| TotalEnergies SE | 258126 | 23689393 |
| Vinci SA | 65887 | 9889632 |
| **Germany 3.9%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**51508305** |
| Allianz SE | 32714 | 13815788 |
| Deutsche Telekom AG | 236024 | 8809227 |
| DHL Group | 260419 | 13725943 |
| Muenchener Rueckversicherungs-Gesellschaft AG | 12176 | 7689683 |
| Siemens AG | 30651 | 7467664 |
| **Hong Kong 0.7%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**8806834** |
| AIA Group, Ltd. | 792600 | 8806834 |
| **Ireland 1.7%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**22360246** |
| Accenture PLC, Class A | 38034 | 7541762 |
| DCC PLC | 111198 | 6887236 |
| Medtronic PLC | 91532 | 7931248 |
| **Italy 2.8%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**37789737** |
| Infrastrutture Wireless Italiane SpA (A)(C) | 996933 | 7955860 |
| Snam SpA | 2761194 | 20917342 |
| Terna - Rete Elettrica Nazionale | 779590 | 8916535 |
| **Japan 1.4%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**18816424** |
| Astellas Pharma, Inc. | 672500 | 10962969 |
| Toyota Motor Corp. | 377800 | 7853455 |
| **Norway 2.2%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**29234682** |
| Equinor ASA | 446837 | 19037211 |

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|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Norway (continued)** |  |  |
| Telenor ASA | 577970 | $10197471 |
| **South Korea 0.8%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**11150326** |
| Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd., GDR | 3856 | 11150326 |
| **Switzerland 2.2%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**29870352** |
| Nestle SA | 76915 | 7544670 |
| Novartis AG | 90698 | 13921627 |
| Roche Holding AG | 21058 | 8404055 |
| **Taiwan 1.9%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**25296233** |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd., ADR | 74852 | 25296233 |
| **United Kingdom 11.0%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**145399638** |
| BAE Systems PLC | 446390 | 13087399 |
| British American Tobacco PLC | 324429 | 18835835 |
| Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PLC | 143450 | 13006612 |
| Croda International PLC | 194028 | 7286226 |
| GSK PLC | 577551 | 15908814 |
| Imperial Brands PLC | 501449 | 20332520 |
| Intertek Group PLC | 150118 | 7304537 |
| Lloyds Banking Group PLC | 6841580 | 8479637 |
| National Grid PLC | 737890 | 12455574 |
| Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC | 108748 | 7312204 |
| Schroders PLC | 966206 | 7439306 |
| Segro PLC | 836928 | 7174569 |
| Unilever PLC | 123434 | 6776405 |
| **United States 57.6%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**762604396** |
| AbbVie, Inc. | 94660 | 20587603 |
| Alphabet, Inc., Class C | 24812 | 7117570 |
| American Electric Power Company, Inc. | 127186 | 16671541 |
| Analog Devices, Inc. | 62550 | 19899657 |
| Apple, Inc. | 43368 | 11006365 |
| AT&T, Inc. | 677424 | 19638522 |
| Bank of America Corp. | 155959 | 7603001 |
| Best Buy Company, Inc. | 131864 | 8465669 |
| Bristol-Myers Squibb Company | 210315 | 12755605 |
| Broadcom, Inc. | 80482 | 24909984 |
| Chevron Corp. | 71308 | 14753625 |
| Cisco Systems, Inc. | 330059 | 25609278 |
| Columbia Banking System, Inc. | 439569 | 12057378 |
| CVS Health Corp. | 243947 | 17520274 |
| Dell Technologies, Inc., Class C | 159712 | 26213529 |
| Duke Energy Corp. | 60674 | 7944654 |
| Entergy Corp. | 109672 | 12322746 |
| Enterprise Products Partners LP | 456620 | 17278501 |

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|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **United States (continued)** |  |  |
| Essential Utilities, Inc. | 200064 | $8056577 |
| Hasbro, Inc. | 177853 | 16647041 |
| Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company | 949936 | 22617976 |
| Hormel Foods Corp. | 318382 | 7211352 |
| IBM Corp. | 77980 | 18901572 |
| Iron Mountain, Inc. | 87779 | 8965747 |
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | 25854 | 7605213 |
| Lazard, Inc. | 252913 | 10743744 |
| Lockheed Martin Corp. | 12093 | 7308888 |
| McCormick & Company, Inc. | 141765 | 7150627 |
| McDonald's Corp. | 21892 | 6803815 |
| Merck & Company, Inc. | 75268 | 9053988 |
| Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A | 10425 | 5964455 |
| MetLife, Inc. | 138654 | 9805611 |
| Microchip Technology, Inc. | 223097 | 14414297 |
| Microsoft Corp. | 56087 | 20761725 |
| Mondelez International, Inc., Class A | 129689 | 7475274 |
| MPLX LP | 317757 | 18134392 |
| MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc., Class A | 162840 | 15025247 |
| NetApp, Inc. | 71099 | 7279827 |
| NextEra Energy, Inc. | 114486 | 10633460 |
| NiSource, Inc. | 157837 | 7364674 |
| NNN REIT, Inc. | 175272 | 7366682 |
| Omnicom Group, Inc. | 124684 | 9389952 |
| ONEOK, Inc. | 122522 | 11074764 |
| Paychex, Inc. | 90352 | 8323226 |
| PepsiCo, Inc. | 52334 | 8126947 |
| Pfizer, Inc. | 517086 | 14519775 |
| Philip Morris International, Inc. | 88404 | 14616717 |
| Pinnacle West Capital Corp. | 80691 | 8129618 |
| Realty Income Corp. | 178975 | 10949691 |
| Regions Financial Corp. | 321094 | 8386975 |
| Restaurant Brands International, Inc. | 182231 | 13466871 |
| Texas Instruments, Inc. | 84860 | 16474720 |
| The Coca-Cola Company | 102374 | 7785543 |
| The Home Depot, Inc. | 22582 | 7426994 |
| The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company | 137342 | 8351767 |
| Truist Financial Corp. | 211997 | 9745502 |
| U.S. Bancorp | 256040 | 13316640 |
| United Parcel Service, Inc., Class B | 94122 | 9259722 |
| Vail Resorts, Inc. | 67048 | 8603599 |
| Verizon Communications, Inc. | 347782 | 17458656 |
| VICI Properties, Inc. | 443474 | 12115710 |

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|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **United States (continued)** |  |  |
| Watsco, Inc. | 20433 | $7433321 |

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| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Yield (%)** | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Short-term investments 0.7%** |  |  | **$8554579** |
| (Cost $8,554,601) |  |  |  |
| **Short-term funds 0.7%** |  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**8554579** |
| John Hancock Collateral Trust (D) | 3.6657(E) | 855364 | 8554579 |

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Total investments (Cost $869,771,039) 99.8%** | **$1321540943** |
| **Other assets and liabilities, net 0.2%** | **2923315** |
| **Total net assets 100.0%** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$1324464258** |

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| The percentage shown for each investment category is the total value of the category as a percentage of the net assets of the fund. | The percentage shown for each investment category is the total value of the category as a percentage of the net assets of the fund. |
| **Security Abbreviations and Legend** | **Security Abbreviations and Legend** |
| ADR | American Depositary Receipt |
| GDR | Global Depositary Receipt |
| (A) | This security is exempt from registration under Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933. Such securities may be resold, normally to qualified institutional buyers, in transactions exempt from registration. |
| (B) | Non-income producing security. |
| (C) | All or a portion of this security is on loan as of 3-31-26. |
| (D) | Investment is an affiliate of the fund, the advisor and/or subadvisor. This security represents the investment of cash collateral received for securities lending. |
| (E) | The rate shown is the annualized seven-day yield as of 3-31-26. |

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At 3-31-26, the aggregate cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was $872,749,620. Net unrealized appreciation aggregated to $448,791,323, of which $477,437,236 related to gross unrealized appreciation and $28,645,913 related to gross unrealized depreciation.

The fund had the following sector composition as a percentage of net assets on 3-31-26:

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;19.0% |
| Financials | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;13.5% |
| Health care | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;11.2% |
| Consumer staples | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;9.5% |
| Communication services | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;9.3% |
| Energy | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;9.1% |
| Utilities | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8.6% |
| Industrials | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;7.5% |
| Consumer discretionary | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.8% |
| Real estate | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3.5% |
| Materials | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.1% |
| Short-term investments and other | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.9% |
| **TOTAL** | **100.0%** |

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Financial statements

#### STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES 3-31-26

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Assets** |  |
| Unaffiliated investments, at value (Cost $861,216,438) including $8,156,049 of securities loaned | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1312986364 |
| Affiliated investments, at value (Cost $8,554,601) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8554579 |
| **Total investments, at value (Cost $869,771,039)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1321540943** |
| Cash | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;7535969 |
| Foreign currency, at value (Cost $2,929) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2921 |
| Dividends and interest receivable | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5798949 |
| Receivable for fund shares sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1160297 |
| Receivable for investments sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2112 |
| Receivable for securities lending income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5024 |
| Receivable from affiliates | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5507 |
| Other assets | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;153435 |
| **Total assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1336205157** |
| **Liabilities** |  |
| Payable for investments purchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1738541 |
| Payable for fund shares repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1101242 |
| Payable upon return of securities loaned | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8558525 |
| Payable to affiliates |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Accounting and legal services fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;52514 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Transfer agent fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;93037 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Distribution and service fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;166 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Trustees' fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2300 |
| Other liabilities and accrued expenses | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;194574 |
| **Total liabilities** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**11740899** |
| **Net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$1324464258** |
| **Net assets consist of** |  |
| Paid-in capital | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$825818259 |
| Total distributable earnings (loss) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;498645999 |
| **Net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$1324464258** |

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|:---|:---|
| **Net asset value per share** |  |
| Based on net asset value and shares outstanding - the fund has an unlimited number of shares authorized with no par value |  |
| Class A ($336,767,226 ÷ 25,850,499 shares)<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$13.03 |
| Class C ($3,742,581 ÷ 286,267 shares)<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$13.07 |
| Class I ($650,720,328 ÷ 49,648,327 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$13.11 |
| Class R2 ($830,370 ÷ 63,127 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$13.15 |
| Class R6 ($332,403,753 ÷ 25,426,852 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$13.07 |
| **Maximum offering price per share** |  |
| Class A (net asset value per share ÷ 95%)<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$13.72 |

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<sup>1</sup> Redemption price per share is equal to net asset value less any applicable contingent deferred sales charge.

<sup>2</sup> On single retail sales of less than $50,000. On sales of $50,000 or more and on group sales the offering price is reduced.

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#### STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS For the year ended 3-31-26

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Investment income** |  |
| Dividends | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$45647747 |
| Tax reclaims | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1136004 |
| Interest | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;218587 |
| Securities lending, net | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;26400 |
| Less foreign taxes withheld | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1977086) |
| **Total investment income** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**45051652** |
| **Expenses** |  |
| Investment management fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10227420 |
| Distribution and service fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1027286 |
| Accounting and legal services fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;206190 |
| Transfer agent fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1080374 |
| Trustees' fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;31444 |
| Custodian fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;324596 |
| State registration fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;117612 |
| Printing and postage | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;106687 |
| Professional fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;108450 |
| Other | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;46273 |
| **Total expenses** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13276332** |
| Less expense reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1993252) |
| **Net expenses** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**11283080** |
| **Net investment income** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**33768572** |
| **Realized and unrealized gain (loss)** |  |
| **Net realized gain (loss) on** |  |
| Unaffiliated investments and foreign currency transactions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;145640795 |
| Affiliated investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2171) |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**145638624** |
| **Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of** |  |
| Unaffiliated investments and translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;95903491 |
| Affiliated investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(22) |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**95903469** |
| **Net realized and unrealized gain** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**241542093** |
| **Increase in net assets from operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$275310665** |

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#### STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Year ended<br> 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Year ended<br> 3-31-25** |
| **Increase (decrease) in net assets** |  |  |
| **From operations** |  |  |
| Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$33768572 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$33344265 |
| Net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;145638624 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;114095474 |
| Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;95903469 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10960453 |
| **Increase in net assets resulting from operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**275310665** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**158400192** |
| **Distributions to shareholders** |  |  |
| From earnings |  |  |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(39794383) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(22994809) |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(439496) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(403891) |
| Class I | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(78410524) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(44665245) |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(93055) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(52219) |
| Class R6 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(40054762) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(23011364) |
| Class NAV<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5239467) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(158792220)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(96366995)** |
| **From fund share transactions** |  |  |
| Fund share transactions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;13271607 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(155831733) |
| Issued in reorganization | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;57311735 |
| **From fund share transactions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13271607** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(98519998)** |
| **Total increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**129790052** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(36486801)** |
| **Net assets** |  |  |
| Beginning of year | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1194674206 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1231161007 |
| **End of year** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$1324464258** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$1194674206** |

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<sup>1</sup> Class NAV shares were fully redeemed on 1-21-25.

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| | | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS A SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.93** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.38** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$10.36** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.64** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.76** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.31<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.29 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.29 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.29 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.28 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.43 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.16 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.17 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.63) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.86 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.74** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.45** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.46** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.34)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.14** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.31) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.31) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.27) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.33) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.28) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.33) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.59) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.17) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.61) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.98) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.64)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.90)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.44)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.94)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.26)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$13.03** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.93** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.38** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$10.36** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.64** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>3,4</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**23.86** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**14.51** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.48)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**10.05** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$337 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$307 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$308 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$304 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$327 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.28 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.33 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.31 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.29 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.28 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.09 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.09 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.09 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.09 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.09 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.43<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.45 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.70 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.73 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.32 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;17<sup>5</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;21 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;28 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Net investment income (loss) per share and ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets reflect non-recurring income received by the fund which amounted to $0.01 and 0.09%, respectively.

<sup>3</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>4</sup> Does not reflect the effect of sales charges, if any.

<sup>5</sup> Excludes reorganization activity.

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS C SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.97** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.42** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$10.40** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.67** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.79** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.23<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.21 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.21 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.22 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.20 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.41 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.15 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.18 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.63) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.85 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.64** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.36** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.39** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.41)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.05** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.21) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.22) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.20) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.25) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.19) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.33) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.59) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.17) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.61) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.98) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.54)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.81)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.37)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.86)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.17)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$13.07** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.97** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.42** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$10.40** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.67** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>3,4</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**22.86** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**12.35** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.61** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.15)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**9.19** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$5 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$8 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$12 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$20 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.98 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.03 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.01 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.99 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.98 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.84 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.84 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.84 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.84 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.84 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.76<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.76 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.03 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.06 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.63 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;17<sup>5</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;21 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;28 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Net investment income (loss) per share and ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets reflect non-recurring income received by the fund which amounted to $0.01 and 0.09%, respectively.

<sup>3</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>4</sup> Does not reflect the effect of sales charges, if any.

<sup>5</sup> Excludes reorganization activity.

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| **CLASS I SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$12.00** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.44** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$10.41** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.69** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.81** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.35<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.32 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.31 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.32 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.31 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.43 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.17 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.19 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.63) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.86 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.78** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.49** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.50** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.31)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.17** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.34) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.34) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.30) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.36) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.31) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.33) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.59) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.17) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.61) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.98) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.67)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.93)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.47)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.97)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.29)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$13.11** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$12.00** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.44** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$10.41** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.69** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>3</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**24.11** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.54** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**14.82** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.22)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**10.28** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$651 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$581 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$550 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$550 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$377 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.98 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.03 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.01 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.99 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.98 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.84 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.84 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.84 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.84 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.84 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.68<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.70 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.95 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3.00 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.59 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;17<sup>4</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;21 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;28 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Net investment income (loss) per share and ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets reflect non-recurring income received by the fund which amounted to $0.01 and 0.09%, respectively.

<sup>3</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>4</sup> Excludes reorganization activity.

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| **CLASS R2 SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$12.03** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.47** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$10.44** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.71** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.83** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.30<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.28 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.27 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.28 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.27 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.44 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.16 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.19 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.62) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.85 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.74** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.44** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.46** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.34)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.12** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.29) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.29) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.26) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.32) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.26) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.33) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.59) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.17) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.61) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.98) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.62)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.88)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.43)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.93)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.24)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$13.15** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$12.03** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.47** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$10.44** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.71** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>3</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**23.64** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.05** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**14.32** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.53)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**9.82** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.35 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.40 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.38 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.34 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.34 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.22 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.22 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.23 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.21 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.21 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.30<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.30 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.54 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.62 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.20 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;17<sup>4</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;21 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;28 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Net investment income (loss) per share and ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets reflect non-recurring income received by the fund which amounted to $0.01 and 0.09%, respectively.

<sup>3</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>4</sup> Excludes reorganization activity.

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| **CLASS R6 SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.97** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.42** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$10.39** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.67** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.79** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.36<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.33 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.32 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.33 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.32 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.43 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.16 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.19 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.63) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.86 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.79** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.49** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.51** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.30)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.18** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.36) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.35) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.31) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.37) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.32) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.33) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.59) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.17) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.61) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.98) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.69)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.94)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.48)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.98)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.30)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$13.07** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.97** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.42** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$10.39** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$11.67** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>3</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**24.20** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.59** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**14.96** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.12)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**10.40** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$332 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$301 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$289 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$279 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$278 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.88 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.92 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.89 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.88 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.88 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.74 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.74 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.74 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.74 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.74 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.78<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.80 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3.05 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3.06 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.68 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;17<sup>4</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;21 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;28 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Net investment income (loss) per share and ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets reflect non-recurring income received by the fund which amounted to $0.01 and 0.09%, respectively.

<sup>3</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>4</sup> Excludes reorganization activity.

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Notes to financial statements

#### Note 1 — Organization
John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund (the fund) is a series of John Hancock Funds III (the Trust), an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust and registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act). The investment objective of the fund is to seek to provide a high level of income as its primary objective. Capital appreciation is a secondary investment objective.

The fund may offer multiple classes of shares. The shares currently outstanding are detailed in the Statement of assets and liabilities. Class A and Class C shares are offered to all investors. Class I shares are offered to institutions and certain investors. Class R2 shares are available only to certain retirement and 529 plans. Class R6 shares are only available to certain retirement plans, institutions and other investors. Class C shares convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase (certain exclusions may apply). Shareholders of each class have exclusive voting rights to matters that affect that class. The distribution and service fees, if any, and transfer agent fees for each class may differ.

#### Note 2 — Significant accounting policies
The financial statements have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (US GAAP), which require management to make certain estimates and assumptions as of the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant. The fund qualifies as an investment company under Topic 946 of Accounting Standards Codification of US GAAP.

Events or transactions occurring after the end of the fiscal period through the date that the financial statements were issued have been evaluated in the preparation of the financial statements. The following summarizes the significant accounting policies of the fund:

**Security valuation. Investments are stated at value as of the scheduled close of regular trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), normally at 4:00 P.M., Eastern Time. In case of emergency or other disruption resulting in the NYSE not opening for trading or the NYSE closing at a time other than the regularly scheduled close, the net asset value (NAV) may be determined as of the regularly scheduled close of the NYSE pursuant to the Valuation Policies and Procedures of the Advisor, John Hancock Investment Management LLC, the fund's valuation designee.**

In order to value the securities, the fund uses the following valuation techniques: Equity securities, including exchange-traded or closed-end funds, are typically valued at the last sale price or official closing price on the exchange or principal market where the security trades. In the event there were no sales during the day or closing prices are not available, the securities are valued using the last available bid price. Investments by the fund in open-end mutual funds, including John Hancock Collateral Trust (JHCT), are valued at their respective NAVs each business day. Foreign securities and currencies are valued in U.S. dollars based on foreign currency exchange rates supplied by an independent pricing vendor.

In certain instances, the Pricing Committee of the Advisor may determine to value equity securities using prices obtained from another exchange or market if trading on the exchange or market on which prices are typically obtained did not open for trading as scheduled, or if trading closed earlier than scheduled, and trading occurred as normal on another exchange or market.

Other portfolio securities and assets, for which reliable market quotations are not readily available, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the Pricing Committee following procedures established by the Advisor and adopted by the Board of Trustees. The frequency with which these fair valuation procedures are used cannot be predicted and fair value of securities may differ significantly from the value that would have been used had a ready market for such securities existed. Trading in foreign securities may be completed before the scheduled daily close of trading on the NYSE. Significant events at the issuer or market level may affect the values of securities between the time when the valuation of the securities is generally determined and the close of the NYSE. If a significant event occurs, these securities may be fair valued, as determined in good faith by the Pricing Committee,

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following procedures established by the Advisor and adopted by the Board of Trustees. The Advisor uses fair value adjustment factors provided by an independent pricing vendor to value certain foreign securities in order to adjust for events that may occur between the close of foreign exchanges or markets and the close of the NYSE.

The fund uses a three tier hierarchy to prioritize the pricing assumptions, referred to as inputs, used in valuation techniques to measure fair value. Level 1 includes securities valued using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities, including registered investment companies. Level 2 includes securities valued using other significant observable inputs. Observable inputs may include quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds and credit risk. Prices for securities valued using these inputs are received from independent pricing vendors and brokers and are based on an evaluation of the inputs described. Level 3 includes securities valued using significant unobservable inputs when market prices are not readily available or reliable, including the Advisor's assumptions in determining the fair value of investments. Factors used in determining value may include market or issuer specific events or trends, changes in interest rates and credit quality. The inputs or methodology used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in those securities. Changes in valuation techniques and related inputs may result in transfers into or out of an assigned level within the disclosure hierarchy.

The following is a summary of the values by input classification of the fund's investments as of March 31, 2026, by major security category or type:

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| | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Total<br> value at<br> 3-31-26** | **Level 1<br> quoted<br> price** | **Level 2<br> significant<br> observable<br> inputs** | **Level 3<br> significant<br> unobservable<br> inputs** |
| **Investments in securities:** |  |  |  |  |
| **Assets** |  |  |  |  |
| **Common stocks** |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Austria | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$19304241** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$19304241 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Canada | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**51309823** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$51309823 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;France | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**99535127** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;99535127 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Germany | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**51508305** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;51508305 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hong Kong | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**8806834** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8806834 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ireland | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**22360246** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;15473010 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6887236 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Italy | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**37789737** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;37789737 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Japan | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**18816424** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;18816424 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Norway | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**29234682** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;29234682 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;South Korea | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**11150326** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;11150326 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Switzerland | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**29870352** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;29870352 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Taiwan | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**25296233** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;25296233 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;United Kingdom | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**145399638** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;13006612 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;132393026 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;United States | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**762604396** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;762604396 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| **Short-term investments** | **8554579** | 8554579 |  |  |
| **Total investments in securities** | **$1321540943** | **$876244653** | **$445296290** | **—** |

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**Real estate investment trusts. The fund may invest in real estate investment trusts (REITs). Distributions from REITs may be recorded as income and subsequently characterized by the REIT at the end of their fiscal year as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. As a result, the fund will estimate the components of distributions from these securities. Such estimates are revised when the actual components of the distributions are known.**

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**Security transactions and related investment income. Investment security transactions are accounted for on a trade date plus one basis for daily NAV calculations. However, for financial reporting purposes, investment transactions are reported on trade date. Interest income is accrued as earned. Dividend income is recorded on ex-date, except for dividends of certain foreign securities where the dividend may not be known until after the ex-date. In those cases, dividend income, net of withholding taxes, is recorded when the fund becomes aware of the dividends. Non-cash dividends, if any, are recorded at the fair market value of the securities received. Gains and losses on securities sold are determined on the basis of identified cost and may include proceeds from litigation.**

**Securities lending. The fund may lend its securities to earn additional income. The fund receives collateral from the borrower in an amount not less than the market value of the loaned securities. The fund may invest its cash collateral in JHCT, an affiliate of the fund, which has a floating NAV and is registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as an investment company. JHCT is a government money market fund and invests in U.S. Government securities and/or repurchase agreements. The fund will receive the benefit of any gains and bear any losses generated by JHCT with respect to the cash collateral.** 

The fund has the right to recall loaned securities on demand. If a borrower fails to return loaned securities when due, then the lending agent is responsible and indemnifies the fund for the lent securities. The lending agent uses the collateral received from the borrower to purchase replacement securities of the same issue, type, class and series of the loaned securities. If the value of the collateral is less than the purchase cost of replacement securities, the lending agent is responsible for satisfying the shortfall but only to the extent that the shortfall is not due to any decrease in the value of JHCT.

Although the risk of loss on securities lent is mitigated by receiving collateral from the borrower and through lending agent indemnification, the fund could experience a delay in recovering securities or could experience a lower than expected return if the borrower fails to return the securities on a timely basis. During the existence of the loan, the fund will receive from the borrower amounts equivalent to any dividends, interest or other distributions on the loaned securities, as well as interest on such amounts. The fund receives compensation for lending its securities by retaining a portion of the return on the investment of the collateral and compensation from fees earned from borrowers of the securities. Securities lending income received by the fund is net of fees retained by the securities lending agent. Net income received from JHCT is a component of securities lending income as recorded on the Statement of operations.

Obligations to repay collateral received by the fund are shown on the Statement of assets and liabilities as Payable upon return of securities loaned and are secured by the loaned securities. As of March 31, 2026, the fund loaned securities valued at $8,156,049 and received $8,558,525 of cash collateral.

**Foreign investing. Assets, including investments, and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollar values each day at the prevailing exchange rate. Purchases and sales of securities, income and expenses are translated into U.S. dollars at the prevailing exchange rate on the date of the transaction. The effect of changes in foreign currency exchange rates on the value of securities is reflected as a component of the realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments. Foreign investments are subject to a decline in the value of a foreign currency versus the U.S. dollar, which reduces the dollar value of securities denominated in that currency.**

Funds that invest internationally generally carry more risk than funds that invest strictly in U.S. securities. Risks can result from differences in economic and political conditions, regulations, market practices (including higher transaction costs), accounting standards and other factors.

**Foreign taxes. The fund may be subject to withholding tax on income, capital gains or repatriations imposed by certain countries, a portion of which may be recoverable. Foreign taxes are accrued based upon the fund's understanding of the tax rules and rates that exist in the foreign markets in which it invests. Taxes are accrued**

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based on gains realized by the fund as a result of certain foreign security sales. In certain circumstances, estimated taxes are accrued based on unrealized appreciation of such securities. Investment income is recorded net of foreign withholding taxes.

Reclaim receivables are accrued based on a number of factors, including a jurisdiction's legal obligation to pay reclaims as well as payment history and market convention. Withholding tax reclaims may be required to be filed in certain countries to recover a portion of amounts previously withheld, and tax reclaim income is accrued when the fund becomes aware that the reclaim will be paid. Income accrued, if any, for such tax reclaims is reflected as Tax reclaims in the Statement of operations and any related receivable is reflected as Tax reclaims receivable in the Statement of assets and liabilities. Any fees associated with these filings are reflected in Professional fees in the Statement of operations.

**Overdraft. The fund may have the ability to borrow from banks for temporary or emergency purposes, including meeting redemption requests that otherwise might require the untimely sale of securities. Pursuant to the fund's custodian agreement, the custodian may loan money to the fund to make properly authorized payments. The fund is obligated to repay the custodian for any overdraft, including any related costs or expenses. The custodian may have a lien, security interest or security entitlement in any fund property that is not otherwise segregated or pledged, to the extent of any overdraft, and to the maximum extent permitted by law.**

**Line of credit. The fund and other affiliated funds have entered into a syndicated line of credit agreement with Citibank, N.A. as the administrative agent that enables them to participate in a $1 billion unsecured committed line of credit, which is in effect through July 13, 2026 unless extended or renewed. Excluding commitments designated for certain funds and subject to the needs of all other affiliated funds, the fund can borrow up to an aggregate commitment amount of $750 million, subject to asset coverage and other limitations as specified in the agreement. A commitment fee payable at the end of each calendar quarter, based on the average daily unused portion of the line of credit, is charged to each participating fund based on an asset-based allocation and is reflected in Other expenses on the Statement of operations. For the year ended March 31, 2026, the fund had no borrowings under the line of credit. Commitment fees for the year ended March 31, 2026 were $6,537.**

**Expenses. Within the John Hancock group of funds complex, expenses that are directly attributable to an individual fund are allocated to such fund. Expenses that are not readily attributable to a specific fund are allocated among all funds in an equitable manner, taking into consideration, among other things, the nature and type of expense and the fund's relative net assets. Expense estimates are accrued in the period to which they relate and adjustments are made when actual amounts are known.**

**Class allocations. Income, common expenses and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are determined at the fund level and allocated daily to each class of shares based on the net assets of the class. Class-specific expenses, such as distribution and service fees, if any, and transfer agent fees, for all classes, are charged daily at the class level based on the net assets of each class and the specific expense rates applicable to each class.**

**Federal income taxes. The fund intends to continue to qualify as a regulated investment company by complying with the applicable provisions of the Internal Revenue Code and will not be subject to federal income tax on taxable income that is distributed to shareholders. Therefore, no federal income tax provision is required.**

For federal income tax purposes, as of March 31, 2026, the fund has a long-term capital loss carryforward of $27,375,519 available to offset future net realized capital gains. This carryforward does not expire.

Due to certain Internal Revenue Code rules in relation to a previous merger, utilization of capital loss carryforwards may be limited in future years.

As of March 31, 2026, the fund had no uncertain tax positions that would require financial statement recognition, derecognition or disclosure. The fund's federal tax returns are subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service for a period of three years.

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**Distribution of income and gains. Distributions to shareholders from net investment income and net realized gains, if any, are recorded on the ex-date. The fund generally declares and pays dividends quarterly. Capital gain distributions, if any, are typically distributed annually.**

The tax character of distributions for the years ended March 31, 2026 and 2025 was as follows:

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**March 31, 2026** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**March 31, 2025** |
| Ordinary income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$33687621 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$38314372 |
| Long-term capital gains | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;125104599 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;58052623 |
| **Total** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$158792220** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$96366995** |

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Distributions paid by the fund with respect to each class of shares are calculated in the same manner, at the same time and in the same amount, except for the effect of class level expenses that may be applied differently to each class. As of March 31, 2026, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis consisted of $1,634,233 of undistributed ordinary income and $75,456,417 of undistributed long-term capital gains.

Such distributions and distributable earnings, on a tax basis, if any, are determined in conformity with income tax regulations, which may differ from US GAAP. Distributions in excess of tax basis earnings and profits, if any, are reported in the fund's financial statements as a return of capital.

Capital accounts within the financial statements are adjusted for permanent book-tax differences at fiscal year end. These adjustments have no impact on net assets or the results of operations. Temporary book-tax differences, if any, will reverse in a subsequent period. Book-tax differences are primarily attributable to partnerships and wash sale loss deferrals.

#### Note 3 — Guarantees and indemnifications
Under the Trust's organizational documents, its Officers and Trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust, including the fund. Additionally, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts with service providers that contain general indemnification clauses. The fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown, as this would involve future claims that may be made against the fund that have not yet occurred. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered remote.

#### Note 4 — Fees and transactions with affiliates
John Hancock Investment Management LLC (the Advisor) serves as investment advisor for the fund. John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Advisor, serves as principal underwriter of the fund. The Advisor and the Distributor are indirect, principally owned subsidiaries of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.), which in turn is a subsidiary of Manulife Financial Corporation.

**Management fee. The fund has an investment management agreement with the Advisor under which the fund pays a daily management fee to the Advisor, equivalent on an annual basis to the sum of 0.800% of average daily net assets. The Advisor has a subadvisory agreement with Epoch Investment Partners, Inc., an affiliate of TD Bank. The fund is not responsible for payment of the subadvisory fees.**

The Advisor has contractually agreed to waive a portion of its management fee and/or reimburse expenses for certain funds of the John Hancock group of funds complex, including the fund (the participating portfolios). This waiver is based upon aggregate net assets of all the participating portfolios. The amount of the reimbursement is calculated daily and allocated among all the participating portfolios in proportion to the daily net assets of each fund. During the year ended March 31, 2026, this waiver amounted to 0.01% of the fund's average daily net assets. This agreement expires on July 31, 2027, unless renewed by mutual agreement of the fund and the Advisor based upon a determination that this is appropriate under the circumstances at that time.

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The Advisor contractually agrees to reduce its management fee or, if necessary, make payment to the applicable class in an amount equal to the amount by which expenses of Class A, Class C, Class I, Class R2, and Class R6 shares, as applicable, exceed 1.09%, 1.84%, 0.84%, 1.24%, and 0.74%, respectively, of average daily net assets attributable to the applicable class. For purposes of this agreement, "expenses of Class A, Class C, Class I, Class R2, and Class R6 shares" means all class expenses (including fund expenses attributable to the class), excluding (a) taxes; (b) brokerage commissions; (c) interest expense; (d) litigation and indemnification expenses and other extraordinary expenses not incurred in the ordinary course of the fund's business; (e) acquired fund fees and expenses paid indirectly; and (f) short dividend expense. This agreement expires on July 31, 2026, unless renewed by mutual agreement of the fund and the Advisor based on upon a determination that this is appropriate under the circumstances at that time.

The Advisor has voluntarily agreed to reduce its management fee for the fund, or if necessary, make payment to the fund, in an amount equal to the amount by which the fund's expenses exceed 0.74% of average net assets. Expenses means all the expenses of the fund, excluding (a) taxes, (b) brokerage commissions, (c) interest expense, (d) litigation and indemnification expenses and other extraordinary expenses not incurred in the ordinary course of the fund's business, (e) acquired fund fees and expenses paid indirectly, (f) class-specific expenses; and (g) short dividend expense. This voluntary expense reduction will continue in effect until terminated at any time by the Advisor on notice to the fund.

For the year ended March 31, 2026, the expense reductions described above amounted to the following:

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Expense reduction** |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;$635822 |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6223 |
| Class I | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;905390 |

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Expense reduction** |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1059 |
| Class R6 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;444758 |
| **Total** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$1993252** |

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Expenses waived or reimbursed in the current fiscal period are not subject to recapture in future fiscal periods.

The investment management fees, including the impact of the waivers and reimbursements as described above, incurred for the year ended March 31, 2026, were equivalent to a net annual effective rate of 0.64% of the fund's average daily net assets.

**Accounting and legal services. Pursuant to a service agreement, the fund reimburses the Advisor for all expenses associated with providing the administrative, financial, legal, compliance, accounting and recordkeeping services to the fund, including the preparation of all tax returns, periodic reports to shareholders and regulatory reports, among other services. These expenses are allocated to each share class based on its relative net assets at the time the expense was incurred. These accounting and legal services fees incurred, for the year ended March 31, 2026, amounted to an annual rate of 0.02% of the fund's average daily net assets.**

**Distribution and service plans. The fund has a distribution agreement with the Distributor. The fund has adopted distribution and service plans for certain classes as detailed below pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act, to pay the Distributor for services provided as the distributor of shares of the fund. In addition, under a service plan for certain classes as detailed below, the fund pays for certain other services. The fund may pay up to the following contractual rates of distribution and service fees under these arrangements, expressed as an annual percentage of average daily net assets for each class of the fund's shares:**

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|:---|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Rule 12b-1 Fee** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Service fee** |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.30% | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;1.00% | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.25% | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.25% |

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**Sales charges. Class A shares are assessed up-front sales charges, which resulted in payments to the Distributor amounting to $90,099 for the year ended March 31, 2026. Of this amount, $15,836 was retained and used for printing prospectuses, advertising, sales literature and other purposes and $74,263 was paid as sales commissions to broker-dealers.**

Class A and Class C shares may be subject to contingent deferred sales charges (CDSCs). Certain Class A shares purchased, including those that are acquired through purchases of $1 million or more, and redeemed within one year of purchase are subject to a 1.00% CDSC. Class C shares that are redeemed within one year of purchase are subject to a 1.00% CDSC. CDSCs are applied to the lesser of the current market value at the time of redemption or the original purchase cost of the shares being redeemed. Proceeds from CDSCs are used to compensate the Distributor for providing distribution-related services in connection with the sale of these shares. During the year ended March 31, 2026, CDSCs received by the Distributor amounted to $789 and $132 for Class A and Class C shares, respectively.

**Transfer agent fees. The John Hancock group of funds has a complex-wide transfer agent agreement with John Hancock Signature Services, Inc. (Signature Services), an affiliate of the Advisor. The transfer agent fees paid to Signature Services are determined based on the cost to Signature Services (Signature Services Cost) of providing recordkeeping services. It also includes out-of-pocket expenses, including payments made to third-parties for recordkeeping services provided to their clients who invest in one or more John Hancock funds. In addition, Signature Services Cost may be reduced by certain fees that Signature Services receives in connection with retirement and small accounts. Signature Services Cost is calculated monthly and allocated, as applicable, to three categories of share classes: Retail Share Classes of Non-Municipal Bond Funds, Retirement Share Classes and Retail Share Classes of Municipal Bond Funds. Within each of these categories, the applicable costs are allocated to the affected John Hancock affiliated funds and/or classes, based on the relative average daily net assets.**

#### Class level expenses. Class level expenses for the year ended March 31, 2026 were as follows:

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Distribution and service fees** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Transfer agent fees** |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$980332 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$362873 |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;43185 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4803 |
| Class I | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;695561 |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3769 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;42 |
| Class R6 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;17095 |
| **Total** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$1027286** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$1080374** |

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**Trustee expenses. The fund compensates each Trustee who is not an employee of the Advisor or its affiliates. The costs of paying Trustee compensation and expenses are allocated to the fund based on its net assets relative to other funds within the John Hancock group of funds complex.**

**Interfund lending program. Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the SEC, the fund, along with certain other funds advised by the Advisor or its affiliates, may participate in an interfund lending program. This program provides an alternative credit facility allowing the fund to borrow from, or lend money to, other participating affiliated funds. At period end, no interfund loans were outstanding. Interest expense is included in Other expenses on the Statement of operations. The fund's activity in this program during the period for which loans were outstanding was as follows:**

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| | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **Borrower<br> or Lender** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Weighted Average<br> Loan Balance** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Days<br> Outstanding** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Weighted Average<br> Interest Rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Interest Income<br> (Expense)** |
| Borrower | &nbsp;&nbsp;$5800000 | &nbsp;&nbsp;1 | &nbsp;&nbsp;4.150% | &nbsp;&nbsp;$(669) |

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#### Note 5 — Fund share transactions
Transactions in fund shares for the years ended March 31, 2026 and 2025 were as follows:

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| | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** |
| **Class A shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1667017 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$21306198 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1471790 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$17449038 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3179736 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;39478609 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1993206 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;22833385 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(4758551) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(61146994) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(4748466) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(56283290) |
| **Net increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**88202** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(362187)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1283470)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(16000867)** |
| **Class C shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;23083 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$298600 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;12480 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$147722 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;35287 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;439224 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;35241 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;403891 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(193587) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2496370) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(363834) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(4306484) |
| **Net decrease** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(135217)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(1758546)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(316113)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(3754871)** |
| **Class I shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6580312 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$85047626 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5690976 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$68075900 |
| Issued in reorganization (Note 8) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5115521 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;57311735 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6238486 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;77929937 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3847219 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;44319462 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;(11576103) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(149999146) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(14305797) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(169401147) |
| **Net increase** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1242695** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$12978417** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**347919** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$305950** |
| **Class R2 shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3889 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$50148 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3979 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$47481 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6931 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;86880 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4481 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;51697 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(9021) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(120078) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5658) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(66945) |
| **Net increase** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1799** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$16950** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2802** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$32233** |
| **Class R6 shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2716739 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$35215140 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3511628 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$42116773 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3203704 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;39934018 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1995743 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;22951901 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5633036) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(72752185) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5656153) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(67296449) |
| **Net increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**287407** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$2396973** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(148782)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(2227775)** |
| **Class NAV shares<sup>1</sup>** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;26516 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$326336 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;456313 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5239467 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(7105786) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(82440471) |
| **Net decrease** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**—** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**—** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(6622957)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(76874668)** |
| **Total net increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1484886** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$13271607** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**(8020601)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$(98519998)** |

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<sup>1</sup> Class NAV shares were fully redeemed on 1-21-25.

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#### Note 6 — Purchase and sale of securities
Purchases and sales of securities, other than short-term investments, amounted to $305,148,680 and $407,404,277, respectively, for the year ended March 31, 2026.

#### Note 7 — Investment in affiliated underlying funds
The fund may invest in affiliated underlying funds that are managed by the Advisor and its affiliates. Information regarding the fund's fiscal year to date purchases and sales of the affiliated underlying funds as well as income and capital gains earned by the fund, if any, is as follows:

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| | | | | | | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  |  |  |  |  |  |  | **Dividends and distributions** | **Dividends and distributions** |  |
| **Affiliate** | **Ending<br> share<br> amount** | **Beginning<br> value** | **Cost of<br> purchases** | **Proceeds<br> from shares<br> sold** | **Realized<br> gain<br> (loss)** | **Change in<br> unrealized<br> appreciation<br> (depreciation)** | **Income<br> distributions<br> received** | **Capital gain<br> distributions<br> received** | **Ending<br> value** |
| John Hancock Collateral Trust\* | 855364 | $15086503 | $141646128 | $(148175859) | $(2171) | $(22) | $26400 |  | $8554579 |

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\* Refer to the Securities lending note within Note 2 for details regarding this investment.

#### Note 8 — Reorganization
On April 15, 2024, the shareholders of John Hancock Tax-Advantaged Global Shareholder Yield Fund (the Acquired Fund) voted to approve an Agreement and Plan of Reorganization (the Agreement) which provided for an exchange of shares of John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund (the Acquiring Fund) with a value equal to the net assets transferred. The Agreement provided for (a) the acquisition of all the assets, subject to all of the liabilities, of the Acquired Fund in exchange for shares of the Acquiring Fund with a value equal to the net assets transferred; (b) the liquidation of the Acquired Fund; and (c) the distribution to the Acquired Fund's shareholders of such Acquiring Fund's shares. The reorganization was intended to achieve potential opportunities for economies of scale and lower expenses in the future. As a result of the reorganization, the Acquiring Fund is the legal and accounting survivor.

The reorganization qualified as a tax-free reorganization for federal income tax purposes with no gain or loss recognized by the Acquired Fund or its shareholders. Thus, the investments were transferred to the Acquiring Fund at the Acquired Fund's identified cost. All distributable amounts of net income and realized gains from the Acquired Fund were distributed prior to the reorganization. In addition, the Acquired Fund bore the costs that were incurred in connection with the reorganization. The effective time of the reorganization occurred immediately after the close of regularly scheduled trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on April 26, 2024. The following outlines the reorganization:

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **Acquiring<br> Fund** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Acquired<br> Fund** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Net Asset<br> Value of the<br> Acquired<br> Fund** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Appreciation<br> of the<br> Acquired<br> Fund's<br> Investments** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares<br> Redeemed<br> by the<br> Acquired<br> Fund** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares<br> Issued<br> by the<br> Acquiring<br> Fund** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Acquiring<br> Fund<br> Net Assets<br> Prior to<br> Combination** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Acquiring<br> Fund<br> Total Net<br> Assets After<br> Combination** |
| Global Shareholder Yield Fund | Tax-Advantaged Global Shareholder Yield Fund | $57311735 | $537445 | 10921751 | 5115521 | $1194550471 | $1251862206 |

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#### Note 9 — Segment reporting
The management committee of the Advisor acts as the fund's chief operating decision maker (the CODM), assessing performance and making decisions about resource allocation. The fund represents a single operating segment, as the CODM monitors and assesses the operating results of the fund as a whole, and the fund's long-term strategic asset allocation is managed in accordance with the terms of its prospectus, based on a defined

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investment strategy which is executed by the portfolio management team of the fund's subadvisor. Segment assets are reflected in the Statement of assets and liabilities as "Total assets", which consists primarily of total investments at value. The financial information, including the measurement of profit and loss and significant expenses, provided to and reviewed by the CODM is consistent with that presented within the Statement of operations, which includes "Increase (decrease) in net assets from operations", Statements of changes in net assets, which includes "Increase (decrease) in net assets from fund share transactions", and Financial highlights, which includes total return and income and expense ratios.

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#### Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

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#### To the Board of Trustees of John Hancock Funds III and Shareholders of John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund
*Opinion on the Financial Statements*

We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the fund's investments, of John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund (one of the funds constituting John Hancock Funds III, referred to hereafter as the "Fund") as of March 31, 2026, the related statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2026, the statements of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2026, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the five years in the period ended March 31, 2026 (collectively referred to as the "financial statements"). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of March 31, 2026 the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2026 and the financial highlights for each of the five years in the period ended March 31, 2026 in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

*Basis for Opinion*

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Fund's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund's financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of March 31, 2026 by correspondence with the custodian, transfer agent, and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

Boston, Massachusetts

May 14, 2026

We have served as the auditor of one or more investment companies in the John Hancock group of funds since 1988.

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Tax information (Unaudited)

For federal income tax purposes, the following information is furnished with respect to the distributions of the fund, if any, paid during its taxable year ended March 31, 2026.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable of its net taxable income as eligible for the corporate dividends-received deduction.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable of its net taxable income as qualified dividend income as provided in the Jobs and Growth Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2003.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable as Section 163(j) Interest Dividends.

The fund paid $125,104,599 in long-term capital gain dividends.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable of its Section 199A dividends as defined in Proposed Treasury Regulation §1.199A-3(d).

Eligible shareholders will be mailed a 2026 Form 1099-DIV in early 2027. This will reflect the tax character of all distributions paid in calendar year 2026.

#### Please consult a tax advisor regarding the tax consequences of your investment in the fund.
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#### SHAREHOLDER MEETING

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(Unaudited)

The fund held a Special Joint Meeting of Shareholders on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. The following proposal was considered by the shareholders:

#### Proposal: To elect five Trustees as members of the Board of Trustees of the Trust.
THE PROPOSAL <u>PASSED</u> ON November 12, 2025.

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total votes<br> for the nominee** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total votes withheld<br> from the nominee** |
| **Independent Trustees** |  |  |
| William K. Bacic | &nbsp;&nbsp;1425116957 | &nbsp;&nbsp;23441042 |
| Christine L. Hurtsellers | &nbsp;&nbsp;1431763939 | &nbsp;&nbsp;16794060 |
| Kenneth J. Phelan | &nbsp;&nbsp;1431995585 | &nbsp;&nbsp;16562415 |
| Thomas R. Wright | &nbsp;&nbsp;1425328916 | &nbsp;&nbsp;23229083 |

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|:---|:---|:---|
| **Non-Independent Trustee** |  |  |
| Kristie M. Feinberg | &nbsp;&nbsp;1,425,345,708 | &nbsp;&nbsp;23,068,298 |

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John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC

200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116-5010, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

This report is for the information of the shareholders of John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by a prospectus.

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Annual Financial Statements & Other N-CSR Items

## John Hancock

## International Growth Fund
International equity

March 31, 2026

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International Growth Fund

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| &nbsp;&nbsp;**2** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Fund's investments](#xx_4b9e091c-6ee8-4e1e-b48f-74654e4363cd_1) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**6** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Financial statements](#xx_a93a228c-a571-469f-9ece-5504350a8339_1) |
| **10** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Financial highlights](#xx_dd67df34-e3f4-4575-ae40-bff5694bf305_1) |
| **18** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Notes to financial statements](#xx_99a8f0ad-b557-4347-9f93-43563bbd7e31_1) |
| **28** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Report of independent registered public accounting firm](#xx_131a4986-4141-4a75-b994-f8b766511a95_1) |
| **29** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Tax information](#xx_1f44f9a2-649c-4a78-ac62-a90dd0fb8b99_1) |
| **30** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Shareholder meeting](#xx_b83cb0ce-040d-4905-b6d1-54ac14881733_1) |

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Fund's investments

#### AS OF 3-31-26

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Common stocks 97.2%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$5396382414** |
| (Cost $4,171,710,262) |  |  |
| **Belgium 2.0%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**113431041** |
| KBC Group NV | 587839 | 71947101 |
| UCB SA | 137684 | 41483940 |
| **Brazil 3.8%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**212232190** |
| Ambev SA | 22356349 | 65819343 |
| Cia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo | 2581470 | 78861712 |
| Telefonica Brasil SA | 8486654 | 67551135 |
| **Canada 1.0%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**57687026** |
| iA Financial Corp., Inc. | 519811 | 57687026 |
| **China 6.0%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**335663390** |
| NetEase, Inc. | 1935008 | 43237371 |
| NetEase, Inc., ADR | 99815 | 11173291 |
| Tencent Holdings, Ltd. | 3446163 | 217357557 |
| Weichai Power Company, Ltd., H Shares | 18017805 | 63895171 |
| **Denmark 2.0%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**112315745** |
| DSV A/S | 465060 | 112315745 |
| **France 6.5%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**360386050** |
| Accor SA | 1727937 | 82877725 |
| Legrand SA | 427865 | 66471112 |
| Rexel SA | 1725286 | 68366507 |
| Safran SA | 435994 | 142670706 |
| **Germany 4.5%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**250275153** |
| RENK Group AG | 757574 | 45281677 |
| Rheinmetall AG | 57427 | 96867511 |
| Siemens Energy AG | 626998 | 108125965 |
| **Hong Kong 3.8%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**208047045** |
| AIA Group, Ltd. | 7545722 | 83842950 |
| Prudential PLC | 4622743 | 64270090 |
| Sun Hung Kai Properties, Ltd. | 3599459 | 59934005 |
| **Hungary 1.2%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**64224771** |
| OTP Bank NYRT | 598956 | 64224771 |
| **India 2.0%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**108217586** |
| Bharti Airtel, Ltd. | 5673007 | 108217586 |
| **Ireland 1.2%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**68786554** |
| Ryanair Holdings PLC | 2443400 | 68786554 |

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Israel 1.5%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$80488748** |
| Bank Leumi Le-Israel BM | 3599220 | 80488748 |
| **Italy 2.2%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**121012917** |
| FinecoBank SpA | 2647735 | 58908985 |
| UniCredit SpA | 865631 | 62103932 |
| **Japan 14.9%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**825168152** |
| Hitachi, Ltd. | 4646599 | 136310249 |
| Keyence Corp. | 286600 | 102002982 |
| Komatsu, Ltd. | 1559700 | 62108139 |
| M3, Inc. (A) | 5038383 | 51715805 |
| Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. | 2305800 | 93347446 |
| Nippon Sanso Holdings Corp. | 1428100 | 50638099 |
| Pan Pacific International Holdings Corp. | 10096500 | 61591161 |
| Shin-Etsu Chemical Company, Ltd. | 2131700 | 86800217 |
| Shionogi & Company, Ltd. | 3206741 | 70936136 |
| Tokyo Electron, Ltd. | 441608 | 109717918 |
| **Netherlands 8.4%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**467560623** |
| Argenx SE (B) | 131014 | 95082420 |
| ASML Holding NV | 176505 | 234709666 |
| NXP Semiconductors NV | 426250 | 83911575 |
| Qiagen NV | 1329476 | 53856962 |
| **Portugal 1.5%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**84471505** |
| Jeronimo Martins SGPS SA | 3532681 | 84471505 |
| **Singapore 1.1%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**59621344** |
| Singapore Telecommunications, Ltd. | 15484366 | 59621344 |
| **South Korea 5.1%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**280743872** |
| Doosan Enerbility Company, Ltd. (B) | 928216 | 58327212 |
| Hanwha Aerospace Company, Ltd. | 109595 | 93452381 |
| SK Hynix, Inc. | 227304 | 128964279 |
| **Spain 1.9%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**107463028** |
| Industria de Diseno Textil SA | 1846156 | 107463028 |
| **Sweden 1.5%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**83904462** |
| Spotify Technology SA (B) | 173031 | 83904462 |
| **Switzerland 5.0%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**275287061** |
| Amrize, Ltd. (B) | 1078350 | 59769561 |
| Glencore PLC (B) | 12160907 | 92104573 |
| UBS Group AG | 3164970 | 123412927 |
| **Taiwan 12.9%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**718348557** |
| Accton Technology Corp. | 2053105 | 101294321 |
| Airtac International Group | 1918587 | 61107863 |

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Taiwan (continued)** |  |  |
| Delta Electronics, Inc. | 1888447 | $85150727 |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Ltd. | 8140391 | 470795646 |
| **United Kingdom 7.2%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**401045594** |
| Anglo American PLC | 1582777 | 67957019 |
| British American Tobacco PLC | 1450631 | 84221342 |
| Next PLC | 533665 | 90161452 |
| Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC | 6377850 | 96894379 |
| Unilever PLC | 1125911 | 61811402 |
| **Preferred securities 1.7%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$94656183** |
| (Cost $68,368,393) |  |  |
| **Brazil 1.7%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**94656183** |
| Itau Unibanco Holding SA | 11276560 | 94656183 |

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| | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Yield (%)** | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Short-term investments 1.3%** |  |  | **$73839163** |
| (Cost $73,841,208) |  |  |  |
| **Short-term funds 0.9%** |  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**48039163** |
| John Hancock Collateral Trust (C) | 3.6657(D) | 4803388 | 48039163 |

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Par value^** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Repurchase agreement 0.4%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**25800000** |
| Bank of America Corp. Tri-Party Repurchase Agreement dated 3-31-26 at 3.670% to be repurchased at $12,901,315 on 4-1-26, collateralized by $3,634,491 Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp., 1.500% - 6.500% due 7-1-30 to 3-1-56 (valued at $3,594,105), $8,953,575 Federal National Mortgage Association, 2.500% - 6.500% due 1-1-29 to 1-1-56 (valued at $8,999,232), and $571,757 Government National Mortgage Association, 2.000% - 6.000% due 4-15-29 to 11-20-64 (valued at $564,663) | 12900000 | 12900000 |
| Societe Generale SA Tri-Party Repurchase Agreement dated 3-31-26 at 3.660% to be repurchased at $12,901,312 on 4-1-26, collateralized by $13,706,300 U.S. Treasury Bonds, 4.625% due 2-15-55 (valued at $13,158,069) | 12900000 | 12900000 |

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Total investments (Cost $4,313,919,863) 100.2%** | **$5564877760** |
| **Other assets and liabilities, net (0.2%)** | **(10721320)** |
| **Total net assets 100.0%** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$5554156440** |

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|:---|:---|
| The percentage shown for each investment category is the total value of the category as a percentage of the net assets of the fund. | The percentage shown for each investment category is the total value of the category as a percentage of the net assets of the fund. |
| ^All par values are denominated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. | ^All par values are denominated in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. |
| **Security Abbreviations and Legend** | **Security Abbreviations and Legend** |
| ADR | American Depositary Receipt |
| (A) | All or a portion of this security is on loan as of 3-31-26. |
| (B) | Non-income producing security. |

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(C) Investment is an affiliate of the fund, the advisor and/or subadvisor. This security represents the investment of cash collateral received for securities lending.

(D) The rate shown is the annualized seven-day yield as of 3-31-26.

At 3-31-26, the aggregate cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was $4,331,127,038. Net unrealized appreciation aggregated to $1,233,750,722, of which $1,400,519,221 related to gross unrealized appreciation and $166,768,499 related to gross unrealized depreciation.

The fund had the following sector composition as a percentage of net assets on 3-31-26:

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| Information technology | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;23.7% |
| Industrials | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;23.1% |
| Financials | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;15.4% |
| Communication services | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10.7% |
| Materials | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6.4% |
| Consumer discretionary | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6.2% |
| Health care | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.6% |
| Consumer staples | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.3% |
| Utilities | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.4% |
| Real estate | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.1% |
| Short-term investments and other | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.1% |
| **TOTAL** | **100.0%** |

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Financial statements

#### STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES 3-31-26

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Assets** |  |
| Unaffiliated investments, at value (Cost $4,265,878,655) including $45,626,481 of securities loaned | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$5516838597 |
| Affiliated investments, at value (Cost $48,041,208) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48039163 |
| **Total investments, at value (Cost $4,313,919,863)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5564877760** |
| Cash | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;41706 |
| Foreign currency, at value (Cost $28,690,966) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;28675736 |
| Dividends and interest receivable | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;29214886 |
| Receivable for fund shares sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8251643 |
| Receivable for investments sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6423025 |
| Receivable for securities lending income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;12376 |
| Other assets | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;688403 |
| **Total assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5638185535** |
| **Liabilities** |  |
| Foreign capital gains tax payable | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;9551113 |
| Payable for investments purchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;21567800 |
| Payable for fund shares repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3416796 |
| Payable upon return of securities loaned | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48058312 |
| Payable to affiliates |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Accounting and legal services fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;228252 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Transfer agent fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;326798 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Distribution and service fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1393 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Trustees' fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;9873 |
| Other liabilities and accrued expenses | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;868758 |
| **Total liabilities** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**84029095** |
| **Net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$5554156440** |
| **Net assets consist of** |  |
| Paid-in capital | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$4152185841 |
| Total distributable earnings (loss) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1401970599 |
| **Net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$5554156440** |

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#### STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES (continued)

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Net asset value per share** |  |
| Based on net asset value and shares outstanding - the fund has an unlimited number of shares authorized with no par value |  |
| Class A ($551,149,804 ÷ 16,174,638 shares)<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$34.07 |
| Class C ($13,209,870 ÷ 411,629 shares)<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$32.09 |
| Class I ($2,850,028,467 ÷ 82,829,761 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$34.41 |
| Class R2 ($4,038,094 ÷ 118,696 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$34.02 |
| Class R4 ($5,491,439 ÷ 160,043 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$34.31 |
| Class R6 ($1,864,245,360 ÷ 54,012,564 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$34.52 |
| Class 1 ($59,210,825 ÷ 1,720,044 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$34.42 |
| Class NAV ($206,782,581 ÷ 6,002,081 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$34.45 |
| **Maximum offering price per share** |  |
| Class A (net asset value per share ÷ 95%)<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$35.86 |

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<sup>1</sup> Redemption price per share is equal to net asset value less any applicable contingent deferred sales charge.

<sup>2</sup> On single retail sales of less than $50,000. On sales of $50,000 or more and on group sales the offering price is reduced.

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#### STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS For the year ended 3-31-26

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Investment income** |  |
| Dividends | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$117057417 |
| Interest | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2426857 |
| Securities lending, net | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;320744 |
| Less foreign taxes withheld | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(9309596) |
| **Total investment income** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**110495422** |
| **Expenses** |  |
| Investment management fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;44386294 |
| Distribution and service fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1927323 |
| Accounting and legal services fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;871160 |
| Transfer agent fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3761564 |
| Trustees' fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;132126 |
| Custodian fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2409977 |
| State registration fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;185081 |
| Printing and postage | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;335283 |
| Professional fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;219226 |
| Other | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;296745 |
| **Total expenses** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**54524779** |
| Less expense reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(495251) |
| **Net expenses** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**54029528** |
| **Net investment income** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**56465894** |
| **Realized and unrealized gain (loss)** |  |
| **Net realized gain (loss) on** |  |
| Unaffiliated investments and foreign currency transactions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;723711340 |
| Affiliated investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(18269) |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**723693071** |
| **Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of** |  |
| Unaffiliated investments and translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;208104684 |
| Affiliated investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1601) |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**208103083** |
| **Net realized and unrealized gain** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**931796154** |
| **Increase in net assets from operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$988262048** |

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#### STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Year ended<br> 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Year ended<br> 3-31-25** |
| **Increase (decrease) in net assets** |  |  |
| **From operations** |  |  |
| Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$56465894 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$51239822 |
| Net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;723693071 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;788546676 |
| Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;208103083 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(394608245) |
| **Increase in net assets resulting from operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**988262048** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**445178253** |
| **Distributions to shareholders** |  |  |
| From earnings |  |  |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2205595) |
| Class I | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2386925) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(18259683) |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(13200) |
| Class R4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(61384) |
| Class R6 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3170151) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(14244672) |
| Class 1 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(76693) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(427364) |
| Class NAV | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(355336) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(6750640) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5989105)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(41962538)** |
| **From fund share transactions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(183653204)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1609544344)** |
| **Total increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**798619739** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1206328629)** |
| **Net assets** |  |  |
| Beginning of year | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4755536701 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5961865330 |
| **End of year** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$5554156440** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$4755536701** |

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| | | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS A SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.20** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.31** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.88** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$29.99** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$37.88** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.24 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.17 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.24 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.25 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.14 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.85 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.77 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.29) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.80) |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.87** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.02** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.01** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.04)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.66)** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.13) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.58) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.17) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.07) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5.06) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**—** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.13)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.58)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.07)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.23)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$34.07** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.20** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.31** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.88** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$29.99** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2,3</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**20.82** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**7.70** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**12.84** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(9.31)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(8.46)** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$551 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$467 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$488 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$502 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$642 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.31 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.31 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.32 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.30 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.29 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.30 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.30 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.32 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.29 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.28 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.73 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.61 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.00 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.99 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.37 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;72 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;65 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;50 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;77 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;78 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Does not reflect the effect of sales charges, if any.

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| | | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS C SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.75** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.01** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.73** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.91** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$36.78** |
| Net investment income (loss)<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.04 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.09 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.09 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.12) |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.30 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.74 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.61 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.20) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.69) |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.34** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.74** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.70** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.11)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.81)** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.42) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.07) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5.06) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**—** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**—** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.42)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.07)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.06)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$32.09** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.75** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.01** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.73** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.91** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2,3</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**19.96** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**6.96** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**12.07** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(9.96)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(9.10)** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$13 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$27 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$56 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$96 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$171 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.01 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.00 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.02 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.00 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.99 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.00 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.00 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.02 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.99 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.98 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income (loss) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.13 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.02) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.39 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.36 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.32) |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;72 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;65 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;50 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;77 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;78 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Does not reflect the effect of sales charges, if any.

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS I SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.42** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.51** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.05** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$30.09** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$38.00** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.34 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.25 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.33 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.35 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.25 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.68 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.87 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.79 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.32) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.81) |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**6.02** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.12** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.12** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.97)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.56)** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.03) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.21) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.66) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.29) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.07) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5.06) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.03)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.21)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.66)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.07)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.35)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$34.41** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.42** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.51** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.05** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$30.09** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**21.18** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**8.03** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.20** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(9.04)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(8.19)** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2850 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2329 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2660 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$3587 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$7376 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.01 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.01 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.02 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.00 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.99 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.00 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.00 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.02 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.99 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.98 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.02 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.91 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.36 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.37 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.66 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;72 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;65 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;50 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;77 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;78 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS R2 SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.18** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.29** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.87** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$30.00** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$37.89** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.20 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.22 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.37 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.21 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.11 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.64 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.78 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.61 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.27) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.81) |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.84** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.00** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.98** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.06)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.70)** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.11) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.56) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.13) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.07) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5.06) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**—** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.11)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.56)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.07)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.19)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$34.02** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.18** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.29** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.87** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$30.00** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**20.72** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**7.61** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**12.75** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(9.41)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(8.55)** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$3 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$8 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$36 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$38 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.40 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.39 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.41 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.39 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.38 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.39 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.38 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.40 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.38 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.37 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.60 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.82 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.53 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.85 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.29 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;72 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;65 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;50 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;77 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;78 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

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| **CLASS R4 SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.35** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.45** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.00** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$30.08** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$37.98** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.31 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.21 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.28 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.43 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.20 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.65 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.86 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.79 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.44) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.81) |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.96** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.07** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.07** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.01)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.61)** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.17) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.62) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.23) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.07) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5.06) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**—** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.17)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.62)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.07)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.29)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$34.31** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.35** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.45** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.00** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$30.08** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**21.02** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**7.86** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.03** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(9.18)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(8.31)** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$5 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$10 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$10 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$10 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$45 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.25 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.25 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.26 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.23 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.22 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.14 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.14 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.15 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.12 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.11 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.92 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.76 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.14 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.61 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.54 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;72 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;65 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;50 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;77 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;78 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

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| **CLASS R6 SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.50** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.58** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.11** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$30.13** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$38.04** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.38 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.28 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.34 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.34 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.29 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.70 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.88 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.81 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.29) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.81) |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**6.08** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.16** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.15** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.95)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.52)** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.06) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.24) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.68) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.33) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.07) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5.06) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.06)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.24)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.68)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.07)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.39)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$34.52** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.50** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.58** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.11** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$30.13** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**21.29** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**8.15** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.31** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(8.96)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(8.09)** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1864 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1657 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1862 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1908 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2333 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.90 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.90 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.91 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.89 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.88 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.89 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.89 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.90 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.89 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.87 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.14 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.02 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.40 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.37 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.78 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;72 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;65 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;50 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;77 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;78 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

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| **CLASS 1 SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.42** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.52** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.06** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$30.08** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$37.98** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.36 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.26 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.34 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.34 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.28 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.68 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.87 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.79 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.29) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.80) |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**6.04** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.13** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.13** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.95)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.52)** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.04) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.23) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.67) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.32) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.07) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5.06) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.04)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.23)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.67)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.07)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.38)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$34.42** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.42** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.52** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.06** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$30.08** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**21.27** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**8.05** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.30** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(9.01)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(8.10)** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$59 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$51 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$56 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$58 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$71 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.94 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.94 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.95 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.93 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.92 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.94 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.94 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.94 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.93 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.91 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.08 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.95 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.38 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.34 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.74 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;72 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;65 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;50 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;77 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;78 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

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| **CLASS NAV SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.44** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.53** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.07** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$30.08** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$37.99** |
| Net investment income<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.39 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.26 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.34 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.34 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.30 |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5.68 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.89 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.80 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.28) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.81) |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**6.07** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.15** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.14** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.94)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.51)** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.06) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.24) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.68) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.34) |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.07) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5.06) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.06)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.24)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(0.68)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.07)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(5.40)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$34.45** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$28.44** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.53** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.07** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$30.08** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**21.33** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**8.14** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**13.30** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(8.94)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(8.08)** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$207 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$211 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$822 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$768 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$844 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.89 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.89 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.90 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.88 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.87 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.89 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.89 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.89 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.88 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.86 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.17 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.96 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.38 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.34 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.80 |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;72 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;65 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;50 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;77 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;78 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

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Notes to financial statements

#### Note 1 — Organization
John Hancock International Growth Fund (the fund) is a series of John Hancock Funds III (the Trust), an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust and registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act). The investment objective of the fund is to seek high total return primarily through capital appreciation.

The fund may offer multiple classes of shares. The shares currently outstanding are detailed in the Statement of assets and liabilities. Class A and Class C shares are offered to all investors. Class I shares are offered to institutions and certain investors. Class R2 and Class R4 shares are available only to certain retirement and 529 plans. Class R6 shares are only available to certain retirement plans, institutions and other investors. Class 1 shares are offered only to certain affiliates of Manulife Financial Corporation. Class NAV shares are offered to John Hancock affiliated funds of funds, retirement plans for employees of John Hancock and/or Manulife Financial Corporation, and certain 529 plans. Class C shares convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase (certain exclusions may apply). Shareholders of each class have exclusive voting rights to matters that affect that class. The distribution and service fees, if any, and transfer agent fees for each class may differ.

#### Note 2 — Significant accounting policies
The financial statements have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (US GAAP), which require management to make certain estimates and assumptions as of the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant. The fund qualifies as an investment company under Topic 946 of Accounting Standards Codification of US GAAP.

Events or transactions occurring after the end of the fiscal period through the date that the financial statements were issued have been evaluated in the preparation of the financial statements. The following summarizes the significant accounting policies of the fund:

**Security valuation. Investments are stated at value as of the scheduled close of regular trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), normally at 4:00 P.M., Eastern Time. In case of emergency or other disruption resulting in the NYSE not opening for trading or the NYSE closing at a time other than the regularly scheduled close, the net asset value (NAV) may be determined as of the regularly scheduled close of the NYSE pursuant to the Valuation Policies and Procedures of the Advisor, John Hancock Investment Management LLC, the fund's valuation designee.**

In order to value the securities, the fund uses the following valuation techniques: Equity securities, including exchange-traded or closed-end funds, are typically valued at the last sale price or official closing price on the exchange or principal market where the security trades. In the event there were no sales during the day or closing prices are not available, the securities are valued using the last available bid price. Investments by the fund in open-end mutual funds, including John Hancock Collateral Trust (JHCT), are valued at their respective NAVs each business day. Debt obligations are typically valued based on evaluated prices provided by an independent pricing vendor. Independent pricing vendors utilize matrix pricing, which takes into account factors such as institutional-size trading in similar groups of securities, yield, quality, coupon rate, maturity, type of issue, trading characteristics and other market data, as well as broker supplied prices. Foreign securities and currencies are valued in U.S. dollars based on foreign currency exchange rates supplied by an independent pricing vendor.

In certain instances, the Pricing Committee of the Advisor may determine to value equity securities using prices obtained from another exchange or market if trading on the exchange or market on which prices are typically obtained did not open for trading as scheduled, or if trading closed earlier than scheduled, and trading occurred as normal on another exchange or market.

Other portfolio securities and assets, for which reliable market quotations are not readily available, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the Pricing Committee following procedures established by the Advisor and adopted by the Board of Trustees. The frequency with which these fair valuation procedures are used cannot be predicted and fair value of securities may differ significantly from the value that would have been used had a

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ready market for such securities existed. Trading in foreign securities may be completed before the scheduled daily close of trading on the NYSE. Significant events at the issuer or market level may affect the values of securities between the time when the valuation of the securities is generally determined and the close of the NYSE. If a significant event occurs, these securities may be fair valued, as determined in good faith by the Pricing Committee, following procedures established by the Advisor and adopted by the Board of Trustees. The Advisor uses fair value adjustment factors provided by an independent pricing vendor to value certain foreign securities in order to adjust for events that may occur between the close of foreign exchanges or markets and the close of the NYSE.

The fund uses a three tier hierarchy to prioritize the pricing assumptions, referred to as inputs, used in valuation techniques to measure fair value. Level 1 includes securities valued using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities, including registered investment companies. Level 2 includes securities valued using other significant observable inputs. Observable inputs may include quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds and credit risk. Prices for securities valued using these inputs are received from independent pricing vendors and brokers and are based on an evaluation of the inputs described. Level 3 includes securities valued using significant unobservable inputs when market prices are not readily available or reliable, including the Advisor's assumptions in determining the fair value of investments. Factors used in determining value may include market or issuer specific events or trends, changes in interest rates and credit quality. The inputs or methodology used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in those securities. Changes in valuation techniques and related inputs may result in transfers into or out of an assigned level within the disclosure hierarchy.

The following is a summary of the values by input classification of the fund's investments as of March 31, 2026, by major security category or type:

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| | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Total<br> value at<br> 3-31-26** | **Level 1<br> quoted<br> price** | **Level 2<br> significant<br> observable<br> inputs** | **Level 3<br> significant<br> unobservable<br> inputs** |
| **Investments in securities:** |  |  |  |  |
| **Assets** |  |  |  |  |
| **Common stocks** |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Belgium | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$113431041** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$113431041 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Brazil | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**212232190** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$212232190 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Canada | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**57687026** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;57687026 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;China | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**335663390** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;11173291 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;324490099 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Denmark | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**112315745** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;112315745 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;France | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**360386050** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;360386050 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Germany | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**250275153** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;250275153 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hong Kong | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**208047045** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;208047045 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hungary | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**64224771** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;64224771 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;India | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**108217586** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;108217586 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ireland | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**68786554** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;68786554 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Israel | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**80488748** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;80488748 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Italy | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**121012917** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;121012917 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Japan | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**825168152** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;825168152 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Netherlands | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**467560623** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;83911575 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;383649048 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Portugal | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**84471505** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;84471505 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Singapore | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**59621344** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;59621344 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;South Korea | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**280743872** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;280743872 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Spain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**107463028** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;107463028 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |

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| | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Total<br> value at<br> 3-31-26** | **Level 1<br> quoted<br> price** | **Level 2<br> significant<br> observable<br> inputs** | **Level 3<br> significant<br> unobservable<br> inputs** |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sweden | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$83904462** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$83904462 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Switzerland | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**275287061** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$275287061 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Taiwan | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**718348557** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;718348557 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;United Kingdom | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**401045594** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;401045594 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| **Preferred securities** | **94656183** | 94656183 |  |  |
| **Short-term investments** | **73839163** | 48039163 | 25800000 |  |
| **Total investments in securities** | **$5564877760** | **$591603890** | **$4973273870** | **—** |

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**Repurchase agreements. The fund may enter into repurchase agreements. When the fund enters into a repurchase agreement, it receives collateral that is held in a segregated account by the fund's custodian, or for tri-party repurchase agreements, collateral is held at a third-party custodian bank in a segregated account for the benefit of the fund. The collateral amount is marked-to-market and monitored on a daily basis to ensure that the collateral held is in an amount not less than the principal amount of the repurchase agreement plus any accrued interest. Collateral received by the fund for repurchase agreements is disclosed in the Fund's investments as part of the caption related to the repurchase agreement.**

Repurchase agreements are typically governed by the terms and conditions of the Master Repurchase Agreement and/or Global Master Repurchase Agreement (collectively, MRA). Upon an event of default, the non-defaulting party may close out all transactions traded under the MRA and net amounts owed. Absent an event of default, assets and liabilities resulting from repurchase agreements are not offset in the Statement of assets and liabilities. In the event of a default by the counterparty, realization of the collateral proceeds could be delayed, during which time the collateral value may decline or the counterparty may have insufficient assets to pay claims resulting from close-out of the transactions.

**Security transactions and related investment income. Investment security transactions are accounted for on a trade date plus one basis for daily NAV calculations. However, for financial reporting purposes, investment transactions are reported on trade date. Interest income is accrued as earned. Dividend income is recorded on ex-date, except for dividends of certain foreign securities where the dividend may not be known until after the ex-date. In those cases, dividend income, net of withholding taxes, is recorded when the fund becomes aware of the dividends. Non-cash dividends, if any, are recorded at the fair market value of the securities received. Gains and losses on securities sold are determined on the basis of identified cost and may include proceeds from litigation.**

**Securities lending. The fund may lend its securities to earn additional income. The fund receives collateral from the borrower in an amount not less than the market value of the loaned securities. The fund may invest its cash collateral in JHCT, an affiliate of the fund, which has a floating NAV and is registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as an investment company. JHCT is a government money market fund and invests in U.S. Government securities and/or repurchase agreements. The fund will receive the benefit of any gains and bear any losses generated by JHCT with respect to the cash collateral.** 

The fund has the right to recall loaned securities on demand. If a borrower fails to return loaned securities when due, then the lending agent is responsible and indemnifies the fund for the lent securities. The lending agent uses the collateral received from the borrower to purchase replacement securities of the same issue, type, class and series of the loaned securities. If the value of the collateral is less than the purchase cost of replacement securities, the lending agent is responsible for satisfying the shortfall but only to the extent that the shortfall is not due to any decrease in the value of JHCT.

Although the risk of loss on securities lent is mitigated by receiving collateral from the borrower and through lending agent indemnification, the fund could experience a delay in recovering securities or could experience a

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lower than expected return if the borrower fails to return the securities on a timely basis. During the existence of the loan, the fund will receive from the borrower amounts equivalent to any dividends, interest or other distributions on the loaned securities, as well as interest on such amounts. The fund receives compensation for lending its securities by retaining a portion of the return on the investment of the collateral and compensation from fees earned from borrowers of the securities. Securities lending income received by the fund is net of fees retained by the securities lending agent. Net income received from JHCT is a component of securities lending income as recorded on the Statement of operations.

Obligations to repay collateral received by the fund are shown on the Statement of assets and liabilities as Payable upon return of securities loaned and are secured by the loaned securities. As of March 31, 2026, the fund loaned securities valued at $45,626,481 and received $48,058,312 of cash collateral.

**Foreign investing. Assets, including investments, and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollar values each day at the prevailing exchange rate. Purchases and sales of securities, income and expenses are translated into U.S. dollars at the prevailing exchange rate on the date of the transaction. The effect of changes in foreign currency exchange rates on the value of securities is reflected as a component of the realized and unrealized gains (losses) on investments. Foreign investments are subject to a decline in the value of a foreign currency versus the U.S. dollar, which reduces the dollar value of securities denominated in that currency.**

Funds that invest internationally generally carry more risk than funds that invest strictly in U.S. securities. Risks can result from differences in economic and political conditions, regulations, market practices (including higher transaction costs), accounting standards and other factors.

There may be unexpected restrictions on investments or on exposures to investments in companies located in certain foreign countries, such as China. For example, a government may restrict investment in companies or industries considered important to national interests, or intervene in the financial markets, such as by imposing trading restrictions, or banning or curtailing short selling. As a result of forced sales of a security, or inability to participate in an investment the manager otherwise believes is attractive, a fund may incur losses.

Trading in certain Chinese securities through Hong Kong Stock Connect or Bond Connect, mutual market access programs that enable foreign investment in the People's Republic of China, is subject to certain restrictions and risks. Securities offered through these programs may lose purchase eligibility and any changes in laws, regulations and policies impacting these programs may affect security prices, which could adversely affect the fund's performance.

**Foreign taxes. The fund may be subject to withholding tax on income, capital gains or repatriations imposed by certain countries, a portion of which may be recoverable. Foreign taxes are accrued based upon the fund's understanding of the tax rules and rates that exist in the foreign markets in which it invests. Taxes are accrued based on gains realized by the fund as a result of certain foreign security sales. In certain circumstances, estimated taxes are accrued based on unrealized appreciation of such securities. Investment income is recorded net of foreign withholding taxes.**

**Overdraft. The fund may have the ability to borrow from banks for temporary or emergency purposes, including meeting redemption requests that otherwise might require the untimely sale of securities. Pursuant to the fund's custodian agreement, the custodian may loan money to the fund to make properly authorized payments. The fund is obligated to repay the custodian for any overdraft, including any related costs or expenses. The custodian may have a lien, security interest or security entitlement in any fund property that is not otherwise segregated or pledged, to the extent of any overdraft, and to the maximum extent permitted by law.**

**Line of credit. The fund and other affiliated funds have entered into a syndicated line of credit agreement with Citibank, N.A. as the administrative agent that enables them to participate in a $1 billion unsecured committed line of credit, which is in effect through July 13, 2026 unless extended or renewed. Excluding commitments designated for certain funds and subject to the needs of all other affiliated funds, the fund can borrow up to an aggregate commitment amount of $750 million, subject to asset coverage and other limitations as specified in the**

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agreement. A commitment fee payable at the end of each calendar quarter, based on the average daily unused portion of the line of credit, is charged to each participating fund based on an asset-based allocation and is reflected in Other expenses on the Statement of operations. Commitment fees for the year ended March 31, 2026 were $27,389.

**Expenses. Within the John Hancock group of funds complex, expenses that are directly attributable to an individual fund are allocated to such fund. Expenses that are not readily attributable to a specific fund are allocated among all funds in an equitable manner, taking into consideration, among other things, the nature and type of expense and the fund's relative net assets. Expense estimates are accrued in the period to which they relate and adjustments are made when actual amounts are known.**

**Class allocations. Income, common expenses and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are determined at the fund level and allocated daily to each class of shares based on the net assets of the class. Class-specific expenses, such as distribution and service fees, if any, and transfer agent fees, for all classes, are charged daily at the class level based on the net assets of each class and the specific expense rates applicable to each class.**

**Federal income taxes. The fund intends to continue to qualify as a regulated investment company by complying with the applicable provisions of the Internal Revenue Code and will not be subject to federal income tax on taxable income that is distributed to shareholders. Therefore, no federal income tax provision is required.**

As of March 31, 2026, the fund had no uncertain tax positions that would require financial statement recognition, derecognition or disclosure. The fund's federal tax returns are subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service for a period of three years.

**Distribution of income and gains. Distributions to shareholders from net investment income and net realized gains, if any, are recorded on the ex-date. The fund generally declares and pays dividends annually. Capital gain distributions, if any, are typically distributed annually.**

The tax character of distributions for the years ended March 31, 2026 and 2025 was as follows:

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|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**March 31, 2026** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**March 31, 2025** |
| Ordinary income | &nbsp;&nbsp;$5989105 | &nbsp;&nbsp;$41962538 |

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Distributions paid by the fund with respect to each class of shares are calculated in the same manner, at the same time and in the same amount, except for the effect of class level expenses that may be applied differently to each class. As of March 31, 2026, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis consisted of $90,733,329 of undistributed ordinary income and $85,872,010 of undistributed long-term capital gains.

Such distributions and distributable earnings, on a tax basis, if any, are determined in conformity with income tax regulations, which may differ from US GAAP. Distributions in excess of tax basis earnings and profits, if any, are reported in the fund's financial statements as a return of capital.

Capital accounts within the financial statements are adjusted for permanent book-tax differences at fiscal year end. These adjustments have no impact on net assets or the results of operations. Temporary book-tax differences, if any, will reverse in a subsequent period. Book-tax differences are primarily attributable to investments in passive foreign investment companies, wash sale loss deferrals and spin-off.

#### Note 3 — Guarantees and indemnifications
Under the Trust's organizational documents, its Officers and Trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust, including the fund. Additionally, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts with service providers that contain general indemnification clauses. The fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown, as this would involve future claims that may be made against the fund that have not yet occurred. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered remote.

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#### Note 4 — Fees and transactions with affiliates
John Hancock Investment Management LLC (the Advisor) serves as investment advisor for the fund. John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Advisor, serves as principal underwriter of the fund. The Advisor and the Distributor are indirect, principally owned subsidiaries of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.), which in turn is a subsidiary of Manulife Financial Corporation.

**Management fee. The fund has an investment management agreement with the Advisor under which the fund pays a daily management fee to the Advisor, equivalent on an annual basis to the sum of (a) 0.900% of the first $500 million of the fund's average daily net assets; (b) 0.850% of the next $500 million of the fund's average daily net assets, and (c) 0.800% of the fund's average daily net assets in excess of $1 billion. The Advisor has a subadvisory agreement with Wellington Management Company LLP. The fund is not responsible for payment of the subadvisory fees.**

The Advisor has contractually agreed to waive a portion of its management fee and/or reimburse expenses for certain funds of the John Hancock group of funds complex, including the fund (the participating portfolios). This waiver is based upon aggregate net assets of all the participating portfolios. The amount of the reimbursement is calculated daily and allocated among all the participating portfolios in proportion to the daily net assets of each fund. During the year ended March 31, 2026, this waiver amounted to 0.01% of the fund's average daily net assets. This agreement expires on July 31, 2027, unless renewed by mutual agreement of the fund and the Advisor based upon a determination that this is appropriate under the circumstances at that time.

For the year ended March 31, 2026, the expense reductions described above amounted to the following:

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|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Expense reduction** |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;$48024 |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1937 |
| Class I | &nbsp;&nbsp;243436 |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;376 |
| Class R4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;904 |

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|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Expense reduction** |
| Class R6 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$166494 |
| Class 1 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5239 |
| Class NAV | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;18600 |
| **Total** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$485010** |

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Expenses waived or reimbursed in the current fiscal period are not subject to recapture in future fiscal periods.

The investment management fees, including the impact of the waivers and reimbursements as described above, incurred for the year ended March 31, 2026, were equivalent to a net annual effective rate of 0.80% of the fund's average daily net assets.

**Accounting and legal services. Pursuant to a service agreement, the fund reimburses the Advisor for all expenses associated with providing the administrative, financial, legal, compliance, accounting and recordkeeping services to the fund, including the preparation of all tax returns, periodic reports to shareholders and regulatory reports, among other services. These expenses are allocated to each share class based on its relative net assets at the time the expense was incurred. These accounting and legal services fees incurred, for the year ended March 31, 2026, amounted to an annual rate of 0.02% of the fund's average daily net assets.**

**Distribution and service plans. The fund has a distribution agreement with the Distributor. The fund has adopted distribution and service plans for certain classes as detailed below pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act, to pay the Distributor for services provided as the distributor of shares of the fund. In addition, under a service plan for certain classes as detailed below, the fund pays for certain other services. The fund may pay up to the following contractual rates of distribution and service fees under these arrangements, expressed as an annual percentage of average daily net assets for each class of the fund's shares:**

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|:---|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Rule 12b-1 Fee** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Service fee** |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.30% | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;1.00% | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.25% | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.25% |
| Class R4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.25% | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.10% |
| Class 1 | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.05% | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |

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The fund's Distributor has contractually agreed to waive 0.10% of Rule 12b-1 fees for Class R4 shares. The current waiver agreement expires on July 31, 2026, unless renewed by mutual agreement of the fund and the Distributor based upon a determination that this is appropriate under the circumstances at the time. This contractual waiver amounted to $10,241 for Class R4 shares for the year ended March 31, 2026.

**Sales charges. Class A shares are assessed up-front sales charges, which resulted in payments to the Distributor amounting to $232,692 for the year ended March 31, 2026. Of this amount, $40,344 was retained and used for printing prospectuses, advertising, sales literature and other purposes and $192,348 was paid as sales commissions to broker-dealers.**

Class A and Class C shares may be subject to contingent deferred sales charges (CDSCs). Certain Class A shares purchased, including those that are acquired through purchases of $1 million or more, and redeemed within one year of purchase are subject to a 1.00% CDSC. Class C shares that are redeemed within one year of purchase are subject to a 1.00% CDSC. CDSCs are applied to the lesser of the current market value at the time of redemption or the original purchase cost of the shares being redeemed. Proceeds from CDSCs are used to compensate the Distributor for providing distribution-related services in connection with the sale of these shares. During the year ended March 31, 2026, CDSCs received by the Distributor amounted to $801 and $187 for Class A and Class C shares, respectively.

**Transfer agent fees. The John Hancock group of funds has a complex-wide transfer agent agreement with John Hancock Signature Services, Inc. (Signature Services), an affiliate of the Advisor. The transfer agent fees paid to Signature Services are determined based on the cost to Signature Services (Signature Services Cost) of providing recordkeeping services. It also includes out-of-pocket expenses, including payments made to third-parties for recordkeeping services provided to their clients who invest in one or more John Hancock funds. In addition, Signature Services Cost may be reduced by certain fees that Signature Services receives in connection with retirement and small accounts. Signature Services Cost is calculated monthly and allocated, as applicable, to three categories of share classes: Retail Share Classes of Non-Municipal Bond Funds, Retirement Share Classes and Retail Share Classes of Municipal Bond Funds. Within each of these categories, the applicable costs are allocated to the affected John Hancock affiliated funds and/or classes, based on the relative average daily net assets.**

#### Class level expenses. Class level expenses for the year ended March 31, 2026 were as follows:

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Distribution and service fees** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Transfer agent fees** |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1620264 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$599579 |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;220711 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24553 |
| Class I | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3036623 |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;21181 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;225 |
| Class R4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;35710 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;554 |
| Class R6 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;100030 |
| Class 1 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;29457 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| **Total** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$1927323** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$3761564** |

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**Trustee expenses. The fund compensates each Trustee who is not an employee of the Advisor or its affiliates. The costs of paying Trustee compensation and expenses are allocated to the fund based on its net assets relative to other funds within the John Hancock group of funds complex.**

**Interfund lending program. Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the SEC, the fund, along with certain other funds advised by the Advisor or its affiliates, may participate in an interfund lending program. This program provides an alternative credit facility allowing the fund to borrow from, or lend money to, other participating affiliated funds. At period end, no interfund loans were outstanding. Interest expense is included in Other expenses on the Statement of operations. The fund's activity in this program during the period for which loans were outstanding was as follows:**

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **Borrower<br> or Lender** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Weighted Average<br> Loan Balance** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Days<br> Outstanding** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Weighted Average<br> Interest Rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Interest Income<br> (Expense)** |
| Borrower | &nbsp;&nbsp;$14000000 | &nbsp;&nbsp;3 | &nbsp;&nbsp;4.845% | &nbsp;&nbsp;$(5653) |
| Lender | &nbsp;&nbsp;19500000 | &nbsp;&nbsp;2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;4.571% | &nbsp;&nbsp;4952 |

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#### Note 5 — Fund share transactions
Transactions in fund shares for the years ended March 31, 2026 and 2025 were as follows:

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| | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** |
| **Class A shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2889602 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$96818486 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2544266 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$69413368 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;78786 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2133536 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3262802) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(108267732) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(4615768) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(126105318) |
| **Net decrease** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(373200)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(11449246)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1992716)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(54558414)** |
| **Class C shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;64618 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2056519 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;54950 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1419627 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(671167) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(21152778) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1285045) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(33166263) |
| **Net decrease** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(606549)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(19096259)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1230095)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(31746636)** |
| **Class I shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;18137203 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$617725963 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10121627 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$278405712 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;61321 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2131515 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;593440 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;16177171 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(17344637) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(583712872) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(29082130) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(799500030) |
| **Net increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**853887** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$36144606** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(18367063)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(504917147)** |
| **Class R2 shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;27305 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$894823 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;14800 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$399649 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;334 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;9047 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(29987) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1010828) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(179467) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(4790182) |
| **Net decrease** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2682)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(116005)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(164333)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(4381486)** |

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| | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** |
| **Class R4 shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;38335 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1247301 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;49486 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1356834 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2256 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;61384 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(229872) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(8294114) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(90552) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2478905) |
| **Net decrease** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(191537)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(7046813)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(38810)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(1060687)** |
| **Class R6 shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8455938 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$287800859 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;7641311 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$210640221 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;87729 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3058252 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;501976 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;13719000 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(12679932) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(426852477) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(20044271) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(552685663) |
| **Net decrease** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(4136265)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(135993366)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(11900984)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(328326442)** |
| **Class 1 shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;330342 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$11347160 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;337674 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$9304854 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2206 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;76693 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;15677 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;427364 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(411541) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(13840475) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(651491) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(17742291) |
| **Net decrease** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(78993)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(2416622)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(298140)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(8010073)** |
| **Class NAV shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;498237 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$17027023 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;871108 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$23788174 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10211 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;355336 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;247458 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6750640 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1911047) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(61061858) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(24700326) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(707082273) |
| **Net decrease** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1402599)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(43679499)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(23581760)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(676543459)** |
| **Total net decrease** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**(5937938)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$(183653204)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**(57573901)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$(1609544344)** |

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Affiliates of the fund owned 100% of shares of Class 1 and Class NAV on March 31, 2026. Such concentration of shareholders' capital could have a material effect on the fund if such shareholders redeem from the fund.

#### Note 6 — Purchase and sale of securities
Purchases and sales of securities, other than short-term investments, amounted to $3,868,624,844 and $4,002,989,553, respectively, for the year ended March 31, 2026.

#### Note 7 — Investment in affiliated underlying funds
The fund may invest in affiliated underlying funds that are managed by the Advisor and its affiliates. Information regarding the fund's fiscal year to date purchases and sales of the affiliated underlying funds as well as income and capital gains earned by the fund, if any, is as follows:

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  |  |  |  |  |  |  | **Dividends and distributions** | **Dividends and distributions** |  |
| **Affiliate** | **Ending<br> share<br> amount** | **Beginning<br> value** | **Cost of<br> purchases** | **Proceeds<br> from shares<br> sold** | **Realized<br> gain<br> (loss)** | **Change in<br> unrealized<br> appreciation<br> (depreciation)** | **Income<br> distributions<br> received** | **Capital gain<br> distributions<br> received** | **Ending<br> value** |
| John Hancock Collateral Trust\* | 4803388 | $76914220 | $757470717 | $(786325904) | $(18269) | $(1601) | $320744 |  | $48039163 |

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\* Refer to the Securities lending note within Note 2 for details regarding this investment.

#### Note 8 — Segment reporting
The management committee of the Advisor acts as the fund's chief operating decision maker (the CODM), assessing performance and making decisions about resource allocation. The fund represents a single operating segment, as the CODM monitors and assesses the operating results of the fund as a whole, and the fund's long-term strategic asset allocation is managed in accordance with the terms of its prospectus, based on a defined investment strategy which is executed by the portfolio management team of the fund's subadvisor. Segment assets are reflected in the Statement of assets and liabilities as "Total assets", which consists primarily of total investments at value. The financial information, including the measurement of profit and loss and significant expenses, provided to and reviewed by the CODM is consistent with that presented within the Statement of operations, which includes "Increase (decrease) in net assets from operations", Statements of changes in net assets, which includes "Increase (decrease) in net assets from fund share transactions", and Financial highlights, which includes total return and income and expense ratios.

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#### Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

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#### To the Board of Trustees of John Hancock Funds III and Shareholders of John Hancock International Growth Fund

#### Opinion on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the fund's investments, of John Hancock International Growth Fund (one of the funds constituting John Hancock Funds III, referred to hereafter as the "Fund") as of March 31, 2026, the related statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2026, the statements of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2026, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the five years in the period ended March 31, 2026 (collectively referred to as the "financial statements"). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of March 31, 2026 the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2026 and the financial highlights for each of the five years in the period ended March 31, 2026 in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

#### Basis for Opinion
These financial statements are the responsibility of the Fund's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund's financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of March 31, 2026 by correspondence with the custodian, transfer agent, and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

Boston, Massachusetts

May 14, 2026

We have served as the auditor of one or more investment companies in the John Hancock group of funds since 1988.

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Tax information (Unaudited)

For federal income tax purposes, the following information is furnished with respect to the distributions of the fund, if any, paid during its taxable year ended March 31, 2026.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable of its net taxable income as eligible for the corporate dividends-received deduction.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable of its net taxable income as qualified dividend income as provided in the Jobs and Growth Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2003.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable as Section 163(j) Interest Dividends.

Income derived from foreign sources was $123,557,282. The fund intends to pass through foreign tax credits of $7,609,957.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable of its Section 199A dividends as defined in Proposed Treasury Regulation §1.199A-3(d).

Eligible shareholders will be mailed a 2026 Form 1099-DIV in early 2027. This will reflect the tax character of all distributions paid in calendar year 2026.

#### Please consult a tax advisor regarding the tax consequences of your investment in the fund.
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#### SHAREHOLDER MEETING

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(Unaudited)

The fund held a Special Joint Meeting of Shareholders on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. The following proposal was considered by the shareholders:

#### Proposal: To elect five Trustees as members of the Board of Trustees of the Trust.
THE PROPOSAL <u>PASSED</u> ON November 12, 2025.

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total votes<br> for the nominee** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total votes withheld<br> from the nominee** |
| **Independent Trustees** |  |  |
| William K. Bacic | &nbsp;&nbsp;1425116957 | &nbsp;&nbsp;23441042 |
| Christine L. Hurtsellers | &nbsp;&nbsp;1431763939 | &nbsp;&nbsp;16794060 |
| Kenneth J. Phelan | &nbsp;&nbsp;1431995585 | &nbsp;&nbsp;16562415 |
| Thomas R. Wright | &nbsp;&nbsp;1425328916 | &nbsp;&nbsp;23229083 |

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Non-Independent Trustee** |  |  |
| Kristie M. Feinberg | &nbsp;&nbsp;1,425,345,708 | &nbsp;&nbsp;23,068,298 |

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John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC

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Annual Financial Statements & Other N-CSR Items

## John Hancock

## U.S. Growth Fund
U.S. equity

March 31, 2026

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John Hancock

U.S. Growth Fund

Table of contents

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| &nbsp;&nbsp;**2** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Fund's investments](#xx_aa36460c-77df-43e4-9660-e5ab21cb49b2_1) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**5** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Financial statements](#xx_a62e14c9-49bf-42fe-a445-8b5edde41e26_1) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;**8** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Financial highlights](#xx_8b3e3c09-3734-459e-b965-211aa2c45cbe_1) |
| **15** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Notes to financial statements](#xx_0a0e7ccf-fc4a-4a3e-98d1-81ffa73f9ddd_1) |
| **24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Report of independent registered public accounting firm](#xx_510b2f4f-597e-482e-91a4-be6c3d0f88eb_1) |
| **25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Tax information](#xx_8429ab22-c4fa-4ef0-8746-0bbfafe71bfb_1) |
| **26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;[Shareholder meeting](#xx_393d0d3d-a608-4b17-a6eb-16a66e2e9b5b_1) |

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Fund's investments

#### AS OF 3-31-26

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Common stocks 97.1%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$2777287958** |
| (Cost $1,935,239,853) |  |  |
| **Communication services 13.0%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**373068145** |
| **Entertainment 3.3%** |  |  |
| Netflix, Inc. (A) | 695242 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;66847518 |
| Spotify Technology SA (A) | 58400 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;28318744 |
| **Interactive media and services 9.7%** |  |  |
| Alphabet, Inc., Class A | 699208 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;201064252 |
| Meta Platforms, Inc., Class A | 134301 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;76837631 |
| **Consumer discretionary 10.2%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**292174157** |
| **Automobiles 2.4%** |  |  |
| Tesla, Inc. (A) | 186796 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;69441413 |
| **Broadline retail 4.8%** |  |  |
| Amazon.com, Inc. (A) | 661418 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;137753527 |
| **Distributors 0.2%** |  |  |
| Pool Corp. | 26625 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5387036 |
| **Hotels, restaurants and leisure 2.8%** |  |  |
| Booking Holdings, Inc. | 9781 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;41181140 |
| DoorDash, Inc., Class A (A) | 146279 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;21963792 |
| Viking Holdings, Ltd. (A) | 223833 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;16447249 |
| **Consumer staples 1.8%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**50893108** |
| **Beverages 1.0%** |  |  |
| Monster Beverage Corp. (A) | 372948 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;27023812 |
| **Consumer staples distribution and retail 0.8%** |  |  |
| U.S. Foods Holding Corp. (A) | 258858 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;23869296 |
| **Energy 2.0%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**58353062** |
| **Oil, gas and consumable fuels 2.0%** |  |  |
| Cameco Corp. | 222048 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24116633 |
| Targa Resources Corp. | 136547 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;34236429 |
| **Financials 3.9%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**111905117** |
| **Capital markets 0.8%** |  |  |
| Interactive Brokers Group, Inc., Class A | 338472 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;22701317 |
| **Financial services 3.1%** |  |  |
| Mastercard, Inc., Class A | 178529 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;89203800 |
| **Health care 10.2%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**291230137** |
| **Biotechnology 3.1%** |  |  |
| AbbVie, Inc. | 312282 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;67918212 |
| United Therapeutics Corp. (A) | 34856 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;20668911 |

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|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Health care (continued)** |  |  |
| **Health care providers and services 2.0%** |  |  |
| Cencora, Inc. | 92899 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$29183292 |
| Tenet Healthcare Corp. (A) | 143733 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;27123854 |
| **Health care technology 0.8%** |  |  |
| Veeva Systems, Inc., Class A (A) | 124282 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;21831376 |
| **Life sciences tools and services 0.6%** |  |  |
| Waters Corp. (A) | 63605 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;18941569 |
| **Pharmaceuticals 3.7%** |  |  |
| Eli Lilly & Company | 114771 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;105562923 |
| **Industrials 5.0%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**142754168** |
| **Aerospace and defense 1.5%** |  |  |
| Axon Enterprise, Inc. (A) | 49749 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;21127903 |
| L3Harris Technologies, Inc. | 65401 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;22573155 |
| **Air freight and logistics 0.9%** |  |  |
| C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. | 153571 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;25503536 |
| **Machinery 1.7%** |  |  |
| PACCAR, Inc. | 233735 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;26996393 |
| Parker-Hannifin Corp. | 24618 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;22039018 |
| **Trading companies and distributors 0.9%** |  |  |
| WESCO International, Inc. | 89592 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;24514163 |
| **Information technology 47.1%** |  | **1346574116** |
| **Electronic equipment, instruments and components 1.9%** |  |  |
| Flex, Ltd. (A) | 513419 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;33608408 |
| Jabil, Inc. | 79031 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;20993005 |
| **Semiconductors and semiconductor equipment 22.9%** |  |  |
| Analog Devices, Inc. | 67935 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;21612841 |
| Broadcom, Inc. | 512792 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;158714252 |
| KLA Corp. | 33900 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;49914699 |
| NVIDIA Corp. | 2294535 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;400167225 |
| NXP Semiconductors NV | 120336 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;23689345 |
| **Software 12.0%** |  |  |
| Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (A) | 111211 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;30902201 |
| Microsoft Corp. | 727279 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;269216867 |
| Palantir Technologies, Inc., Class A (A) | 100236 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;14662522 |
| Trimble, Inc. (A) | 456938 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;29806066 |
| **Technology hardware, storage and peripherals 10.3%** |  |  |
| Apple, Inc. | 1104633 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;280344809 |
| Sandisk Corp. (A) | 20370 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;12941876 |

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|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Materials 0.7%** |  | **$18805368** |
| **Metals and mining 0.7%** |  |  |
| Freeport-McMoRan, Inc. | 319928 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;18805368 |
| **Real estate 2.4%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**70014242** |
| **Health care REITs 1.5%** |  |  |
| Welltower, Inc. | 227158 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;44911408 |
| **Retail REITs 0.9%** |  |  |
| Simon Property Group, Inc. | 134578 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;25102834 |
| **Utilities 0.8%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**21516338** |
| **Electric utilities 0.8%** |  |  |
| NRG Energy, Inc. | 147231 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;21516338 |
| **Exchange-traded funds 0.9%** |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$25832165** |
| (Cost $25,269,523) |  |  |
| iShares Russell 1000 Growth ETF | 60582 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;25832165 |

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  | **Yield (%)** | **Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Value** |
| **Short-term investments 0.3%** |  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$9173187** |
| (Cost $9,173,187) |  |  |  |
| **Short-term funds 0.3%** |  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**9173187** |
| State Street Institutional U.S. Government Money Market Fund, Premier Class | 3.5918(B) | 9173187 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;9173187 |

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|:---|:---|
| **Total investments (Cost $1,969,682,563) 98.3%** | **$2812293310** |
| **Other assets and liabilities, net 1.7%** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**48381318** |
| **Total net assets 100.0%** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$2860674628** |

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|:---|:---|
| The percentage shown for each investment category is the total value of the category as a percentage of the net assets of the fund. | The percentage shown for each investment category is the total value of the category as a percentage of the net assets of the fund. |
| **Security Abbreviations and Legend** | **Security Abbreviations and Legend** |
| (A) | Non-income producing security. |
| (B) | The rate shown is the annualized seven-day yield as of 3-31-26. |

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At 3-31-26, the aggregate cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was $1,980,206,390. Net unrealized appreciation aggregated to $832,086,920, of which $910,018,358 related to gross unrealized appreciation and $77,931,438 related to gross unrealized depreciation.

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Financial statements

#### STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES 3-31-26

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|:---|:---|
| **Assets** |  |
| Unaffiliated investments, at value (Cost $1,969,682,563) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2812293310 |
| Dividends and interest receivable | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;441196 |
| Receivable for fund shares sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;45241867 |
| Receivable for investments sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;7404391 |
| Receivable for securities lending income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1228 |
| Other assets | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;245185 |
| **Total assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2865627177** |
| **Liabilities** |  |
| Payable for investments purchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3114968 |
| Payable for fund shares repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1344763 |
| Payable to affiliates |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Accounting and legal services fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;112785 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Transfer agent fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;148646 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Distribution and service fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1785 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Trustees' fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3175 |
| Other liabilities and accrued expenses | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;226427 |
| **Total liabilities** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**4952549** |
| **Net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$2860674628** |
| **Net assets consist of** |  |
| Paid-in capital | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1831748166 |
| Total distributable earnings (loss) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1028926462 |
| **Net assets** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$2860674628** |
| **Net asset value per share** |  |
| Based on net asset value and shares outstanding - the fund has an unlimited number of shares authorized with no par value |  |
| Class A ($908,596,689 ÷ 34,556,980 shares)<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$26.29 |
| Class C ($23,710,417 ÷ 1,007,090 shares)<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$23.54 |
| Class I ($658,511,313 ÷ 24,255,099 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$27.15 |
| Class R2 ($1,766,680 ÷ 66,945 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$26.39 |
| Class R4 ($15,988,841 ÷ 591,422 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$27.03 |
| Class R6 ($862,330,848 ÷ 31,423,044 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$27.44 |
| Class NAV ($389,769,840 ÷ 14,206,516 shares) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$27.44 |
| **Maximum offering price per share** |  |
| Class A (net asset value per share ÷ 95%)<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$27.67 |

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<sup>1</sup> Redemption price per share is equal to net asset value less any applicable contingent deferred sales charge.

<sup>2</sup> On single retail sales of less than $50,000. On sales of $50,000 or more and on group sales the offering price is reduced.

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#### STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS For the year ended 3-31-26

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Investment income** |  |
| Dividends | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$15376500 |
| Interest | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4475 |
| Securities lending, net | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6332 |
| Less foreign taxes withheld | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(61959) |
| **Total investment income** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**15325348** |
| **Expenses** |  |
| Investment management fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;14033055 |
| Distribution and service fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2702461 |
| Accounting and legal services fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;399145 |
| Transfer agent fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1721645 |
| Trustees' fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;52573 |
| Custodian fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;284532 |
| State registration fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;158816 |
| Printing and postage | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;84358 |
| Professional fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;122656 |
| Other | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;149030 |
| **Total expenses** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**19708271** |
| Less expense reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(248947) |
| **Net expenses** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**19459324** |
| **Net investment loss** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(4133976)** |
| **Realized and unrealized gain (loss)** |  |
| **Net realized gain (loss) on** |  |
| Unaffiliated investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;415994644 |
| Affiliated investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;890 |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**415995534** |
| **Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of** |  |
| Unaffiliated investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(159165822) |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(159165822)** |
| **Net realized and unrealized gain** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**256829712** |
| **Increase in net assets from operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$252695736** |

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#### STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Year ended<br> 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Year ended<br> 3-31-25** |
| **Increase (decrease) in net assets** |  |  |
| **From operations** |  |  |
| Net investment loss | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$(4133976) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$(3732074) |
| Net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;415995534 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;144147744 |
| Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(159165822) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(60476988) |
| **Increase in net assets resulting from operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**252695736** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**79938682** |
| **Distributions to shareholders** |  |  |
| From earnings |  |  |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(88741137) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(79224571) |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2582380) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2423739) |
| Class I | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(51183961) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(38240825) |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(167021) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(150368) |
| Class R4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1523160) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1398347) |
| Class R6 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(80454193) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(19492539) |
| Class NAV | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(36203553) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(7388199) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(260855405)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(148318588)** |
| **From fund share transactions** |  |  |
| Fund share transactions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;334062128 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;211037043 |
| Issued in reorganization | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;992906510 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| **From fund share transactions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1326968638** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**211037043** |
| **Total increase** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1318808969** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**142657137** |
| **Net assets** |  |  |
| Beginning of year | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1541865659 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1399208522 |
| **End of year** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$2860674628** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$1541865659** |

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Financial highlights

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| | | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS A SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.51** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.46** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$18.30** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.99** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.96** |
| Net investment loss<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.10) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.10) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.09) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.01) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.10) |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4.64 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.78 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8.36 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.76) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.75 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**4.54** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.68** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**8.27** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.77)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.65** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.76) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.63) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.11) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.92) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.62) |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.29** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.51** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.46** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$18.30** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.99** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2,3</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**17.38** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.66** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**46.08** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(11.22)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**10.06** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$909 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$802 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$768 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$547 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$670 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.95 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.97 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.99 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.99 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.96 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.94 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.96 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.98 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.98 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.96 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment loss | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.35) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.36) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.44) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.04) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.40) |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;94<sup>4</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;80 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;69 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;103 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;91 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Does not reflect the effect of sales charges, if any.

<sup>4</sup> Excludes reorganization activity.

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| | | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS C SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.33** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.57** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$17.13** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$21.84** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.08** |
| Net investment loss<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.29) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.28) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.24) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.14) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.28) |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4.26 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.67 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;7.79 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.65) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.66 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3.97** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.39** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**7.55** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.79)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.38** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.76) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.63) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.11) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.92) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.62) |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.54** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$22.33** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.57** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$17.13** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$21.84** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2,3</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**16.50** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**4.86** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**45.01** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(11.93)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**9.25** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$24 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$22 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$23 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$19 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$30 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.70 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.72 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.74 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.74 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.71 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.69 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.71 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.73 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.73 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.71 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment loss | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.10) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.11) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.19) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.78) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.15) |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;94<sup>4</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;80 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;69 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;103 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;91 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Does not reflect the effect of sales charges, if any.

<sup>4</sup> Excludes reorganization activity.

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| | | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS I SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.18** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.03** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$18.66** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.35** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.23** |
| Net investment income (loss)<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.03) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.03) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.04) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.04 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.04) |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4.76 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.81 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8.55 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.81) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.78 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**4.73** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.78** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**8.51** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.77)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.74** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.03) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.76) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.63) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.11) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.92) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.62) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.76)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.63)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.14)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.92)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.62)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$27.15** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.18** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.03** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$18.66** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.35** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**17.68** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.93** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**46.50** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(11.05)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**10.33** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$659 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$408 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$343 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$262 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$347 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.70 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.72 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.74 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.74 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.71 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.69 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.71 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.73 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.73 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.71 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income (loss) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.10) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.11) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.18) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.21 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.16) |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;94<sup>3</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;80 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;69 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;103 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;91 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Excludes reorganization activity.

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS R2 SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.62** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.60** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$18.42** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.16** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.15** |
| Net investment loss<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.14) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.13) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.12) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.03) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.14) |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4.67 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.78 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8.41 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.79) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.77 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**4.53** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.65** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**8.29** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.82)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.63** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.76) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.63) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.11) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.92) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.62) |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.39** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.62** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.60** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$18.42** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.16** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**17.26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.50** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**45.88** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(11.36)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**9.89** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.08 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.11 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.11 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.12 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.10 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.07 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.10 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.10 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.11 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.09 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment loss | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.48) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.49) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.56) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.16) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.54) |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;94<sup>3</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;80 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;69 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;103 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;91 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Excludes reorganization activity.

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS R4 SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.11** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.00** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$18.65** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.36** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.25** |
| Net investment income (loss)<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.07) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.07) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.08) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.02 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.05) |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4.75 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.81 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8.56 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.81) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.78 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**4.68** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.74** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**8.48** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.79)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.73** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.02) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.76) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.63) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.11) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.92) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.62) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.76)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.63)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.13)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.92)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.62)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$27.03** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.11** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.00** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$18.65** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.36** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>2</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**17.52** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**5.77** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**46.38** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(11.13)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**10.27** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$16 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$14 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$16 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$—<sup>3</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$—<sup>3</sup> |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.95 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.96 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.97 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.95 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.89 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.84 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.85 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.86 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.84 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.79 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income (loss) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.24) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.26) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.28) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.12 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.23) |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;94<sup>4</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;80 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;69 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;103 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;91 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>3</sup> Less than $500,000.

<sup>4</sup> Excludes reorganization activity.

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS R6 SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.40** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.21** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$18.78** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.45** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.30** |
| Net investment income (loss)<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;—<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;—<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.02) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.06 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.01) |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4.80 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.82 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8.60 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.81) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.78 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**4.80** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.82** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**8.58** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.75)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.77** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.04) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.76) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.63) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.11) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.92) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.62) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.76)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.63)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.15)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.92)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.62)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$27.44** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.40** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.21** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$18.78** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.45** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>3</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**17.80** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**6.04** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**46.61** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(10.91)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**10.43** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$862 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$219 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$175 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$121 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$145 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.60 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.61 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.61 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.59 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.60 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.62 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.63 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.60 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income (loss) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;—<sup>4</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;—<sup>4</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.07) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.32 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.05) |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;94<sup>5</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;80 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;69 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;103 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;91 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Less than $0.005 per share.

<sup>3</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>4</sup> Less than 0.005%.

<sup>5</sup> Excludes reorganization activity.

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **CLASS NAV SHARES Period ended** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-24** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-23** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3-31-22** |
| **Per share operating performance** |  |  |  |  |  |
| **Net asset value, beginning of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.39** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.20** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$18.77** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.45** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$24.29** |
| Net investment income (loss)<sup>1</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;—<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;—<sup>2</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.01) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.06 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.01) |
| Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investments | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4.81 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.82 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8.59 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.82) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.79 |
| **Total from investment operations** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**4.81** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1.82** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**8.58** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.76)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2.78** |
| **Less distributions** |  |  |  |  |  |
| From net investment income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.04) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| From net realized gain | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.76) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2.63) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.11) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1.92) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3.62) |
| **Total distributions** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.76)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(2.63)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.15)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(1.92)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(3.62)** |
| **Net asset value, end of period** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$27.44** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$25.39** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$26.20** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$18.77** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$23.45** |
| **Total return (%)<sup>3</sup>** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**17.85** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**6.04** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**46.64** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(10.96)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**10.48** |
| **Ratios and supplemental data** |  |  |  |  |  |
| Net assets, end of period (in millions) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$390 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$74 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$72 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$45 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$52 |
| Ratios (as a percentage of average net assets): |  |  |  |  |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses before reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.59 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.60 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.62 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.62 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.60 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Expenses including reductions | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.58 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.60 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.61 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.62 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.59 |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Net investment income (loss) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;—<sup>4</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;—<sup>4</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.07) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0.33 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(0.04) |
| Portfolio turnover (%) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;94<sup>5</sup> | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;80 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;69 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;103 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;91 |

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<sup>1</sup> Based on average daily shares outstanding.

<sup>2</sup> Less than $0.005 per share.

<sup>3</sup> Total returns would have been lower had certain expenses not been reduced during the applicable periods.

<sup>4</sup> Less than 0.005%.

<sup>5</sup> Excludes reorganization activity.

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Notes to financial statements

#### Note 1 — Organization
John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund (the fund) is a series of John Hancock Funds III (the Trust), an open-end management investment company organized as a Massachusetts business trust and registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act). The investment objective of the fund is to seek long-term capital appreciation.

The fund may offer multiple classes of shares. The shares currently outstanding are detailed in the Statement of assets and liabilities. Class A and Class C shares are offered to all investors. Class I shares are offered to institutions and certain investors. Class R2 and Class R4 shares are available only to certain retirement and 529 plans. Class R6 shares are only available to certain retirement plans, institutions and other investors. Class NAV shares are offered to John Hancock affiliated funds of funds, retirement plans for employees of John Hancock and/or Manulife Financial Corporation, and certain 529 plans. Class C shares convert to Class A shares eight years after purchase (certain exclusions may apply). Shareholders of each class have exclusive voting rights to matters that affect that class. The distribution and service fees, if any, and transfer agent fees for each class may differ.

#### Note 2 — Significant accounting policies
The financial statements have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (US GAAP), which require management to make certain estimates and assumptions as of the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from those estimates and those differences could be significant. The fund qualifies as an investment company under Topic 946 of Accounting Standards Codification of US GAAP.

Events or transactions occurring after the end of the fiscal period through the date that the financial statements were issued have been evaluated in the preparation of the financial statements. The following summarizes the significant accounting policies of the fund:

**Security valuation. Investments are stated at value as of the scheduled close of regular trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), normally at 4:00 P.M., Eastern Time. In case of emergency or other disruption resulting in the NYSE not opening for trading or the NYSE closing at a time other than the regularly scheduled close, the net asset value (NAV) may be determined as of the regularly scheduled close of the NYSE pursuant to the Valuation Policies and Procedures of the Advisor, John Hancock Investment Management LLC, the fund's valuation designee.**

In order to value the securities, the fund uses the following valuation techniques: Equity securities, including exchange-traded or closed-end funds, are typically valued at the last sale price or official closing price on the exchange or principal market where the security trades. In the event there were no sales during the day or closing prices are not available, the securities are valued using the last available bid price. Investments by the fund in open-end mutual funds, including John Hancock Collateral Trust (JHCT), are valued at their respective NAVs each business day.

In certain instances, the Pricing Committee of the Advisor may determine to value equity securities using prices obtained from another exchange or market if trading on the exchange or market on which prices are typically obtained did not open for trading as scheduled, or if trading closed earlier than scheduled, and trading occurred as normal on another exchange or market.

Other portfolio securities and assets, for which reliable market quotations are not readily available, are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the Pricing Committee following procedures established by the Advisor and adopted by the Board of Trustees. The frequency with which these fair valuation procedures are used cannot be predicted and fair value of securities may differ significantly from the value that would have been used had a ready market for such securities existed.

The fund uses a three tier hierarchy to prioritize the pricing assumptions, referred to as inputs, used in valuation techniques to measure fair value. Level 1 includes securities valued using quoted prices in active markets for identical securities, including registered investment companies. Level 2 includes securities valued using other

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significant observable inputs. Observable inputs may include quoted prices for similar securities, interest rates, prepayment speeds and credit risk. Prices for securities valued using these inputs are received from independent pricing vendors and brokers and are based on an evaluation of the inputs described. Level 3 includes securities valued using significant unobservable inputs when market prices are not readily available or reliable, including the Advisor's assumptions in determining the fair value of investments. Factors used in determining value may include market or issuer specific events or trends, changes in interest rates and credit quality. The inputs or methodology used for valuing securities are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in those securities. Changes in valuation techniques and related inputs may result in transfers into or out of an assigned level within the disclosure hierarchy.

As of March 31, 2026, all investments are categorized as Level 1 under the hierarchy described above.

**Real estate investment trusts. The fund may invest in real estate investment trusts (REITs). Distributions from REITs may be recorded as income and subsequently characterized by the REIT at the end of their fiscal year as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. As a result, the fund will estimate the components of distributions from these securities. Such estimates are revised when the actual components of the distributions are known.**

**Security transactions and related investment income. Investment security transactions are accounted for on a trade date plus one basis for daily NAV calculations. However, for financial reporting purposes, investment transactions are reported on trade date. Interest income is accrued as earned. Dividend income is recorded on ex-date, except for dividends of certain foreign securities where the dividend may not be known until after the ex-date. In those cases, dividend income, net of withholding taxes, is recorded when the fund becomes aware of the dividends. Non-cash dividends, if any, are recorded at the fair market value of the securities received. Gains and losses on securities sold are determined on the basis of identified cost and may include proceeds from litigation.**

**Securities lending. The fund may lend its securities to earn additional income. The fund receives collateral from the borrower in an amount not less than the market value of the loaned securities. The fund may invest its cash collateral in JHCT, an affiliate of the fund, which has a floating NAV and is registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as an investment company. JHCT is a government money market fund and invests in U.S. Government securities and/or repurchase agreements. The fund will receive the benefit of any gains and bear any losses generated by JHCT with respect to the cash collateral.** 

The fund has the right to recall loaned securities on demand. If a borrower fails to return loaned securities when due, then the lending agent is responsible and indemnifies the fund for the lent securities. The lending agent uses the collateral received from the borrower to purchase replacement securities of the same issue, type, class and series of the loaned securities. If the value of the collateral is less than the purchase cost of replacement securities, the lending agent is responsible for satisfying the shortfall but only to the extent that the shortfall is not due to any decrease in the value of JHCT.

Although the risk of loss on securities lent is mitigated by receiving collateral from the borrower and through lending agent indemnification, the fund could experience a delay in recovering securities or could experience a lower than expected return if the borrower fails to return the securities on a timely basis. During the existence of the loan, the fund will receive from the borrower amounts equivalent to any dividends, interest or other distributions on the loaned securities, as well as interest on such amounts. The fund receives compensation for lending its securities by retaining a portion of the return on the investment of the collateral and compensation from fees earned from borrowers of the securities. Securities lending income received by the fund is net of fees retained by the securities lending agent. Net income received from JHCT is a component of securities lending income as recorded on the Statement of operations. As of March 31, 2026, there were no securities on loan.

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**Foreign taxes. The fund may be subject to withholding tax on income, capital gains or repatriations imposed by certain countries, a portion of which may be recoverable. Foreign taxes are accrued based upon the fund's understanding of the tax rules and rates that exist in the foreign markets in which it invests. Taxes are accrued based on gains realized by the fund as a result of certain foreign security sales. In certain circumstances, estimated taxes are accrued based on unrealized appreciation of such securities. Investment income is recorded net of foreign withholding taxes.**

**Overdraft. The fund may have the ability to borrow from banks for temporary or emergency purposes, including meeting redemption requests that otherwise might require the untimely sale of securities. Pursuant to the fund's custodian agreement, the custodian may loan money to the fund to make properly authorized payments. The fund is obligated to repay the custodian for any overdraft, including any related costs or expenses. The custodian may have a lien, security interest or security entitlement in any fund property that is not otherwise segregated or pledged, to the extent of any overdraft, and to the maximum extent permitted by law.**

**Line of credit. The fund and other affiliated funds have entered into a syndicated line of credit agreement with Citibank, N.A. as the administrative agent that enables them to participate in a $1 billion unsecured committed line of credit, which is in effect through July 13, 2026 unless extended or renewed. Excluding commitments designated for certain funds and subject to the needs of all other affiliated funds, the fund can borrow up to an aggregate commitment amount of $750 million, subject to asset coverage and other limitations as specified in the agreement. A commitment fee payable at the end of each calendar quarter, based on the average daily unused portion of the line of credit, is charged to each participating fund based on an asset-based allocation and is reflected in Other expenses on the Statement of operations. For the year ended March 31, 2026, the fund had no borrowings under the line of credit. Commitment fees for the year ended March 31, 2026 were $12,784.**

**Expenses. Within the John Hancock group of funds complex, expenses that are directly attributable to an individual fund are allocated to such fund. Expenses that are not readily attributable to a specific fund are allocated among all funds in an equitable manner, taking into consideration, among other things, the nature and type of expense and the fund's relative net assets. Expense estimates are accrued in the period to which they relate and adjustments are made when actual amounts are known.**

**Class allocations. Income, common expenses and realized and unrealized gains (losses) are determined at the fund level and allocated daily to each class of shares based on the net assets of the class. Class-specific expenses, such as distribution and service fees, if any, and transfer agent fees, for all classes, are charged daily at the class level based on the net assets of each class and the specific expense rates applicable to each class.**

**Federal income taxes. The fund intends to continue to qualify as a regulated investment company by complying with the applicable provisions of the Internal Revenue Code and will not be subject to federal income tax on taxable income that is distributed to shareholders. Therefore, no federal income tax provision is required.**

For federal income tax purposes, net capital losses of $31,816,200 that are a result of security transactions occurring after October 31, 2025, are treated as occurring on April 1, 2026, the first day of the fund's next taxable year.

Qualified late year ordinary losses of $1,199,329 are treated as occurring on April 1, 2026, the first day of the fund's next taxable year.

As of March 31, 2026, the fund had no uncertain tax positions that would require financial statement recognition, derecognition or disclosure. The fund's federal tax returns are subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service for a period of three years.

**Distribution of income and gains. Distributions to shareholders from net investment income and net realized gains, if any, are recorded on the ex-date. The fund generally declares and pays dividends annually. Capital gain distributions, if any, are typically distributed annually.**

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The tax character of distributions for the years ended March 31, 2026 and 2025 was as follows:

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**March 31, 2026** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**March 31, 2025** |
| Ordinary income | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$38547782 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$57528238 |
| Long-term capital gains | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;222307623 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;90790350 |
| **Total** | **$260855405** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$148318588** |

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Distributions paid by the fund with respect to each class of shares are calculated in the same manner, at the same time and in the same amount, except for the effect of class level expenses that may be applied differently to each class. As of March 31, 2026, the components of distributable earnings on a tax basis consisted of $229,855,071 of undistributed long-term capital gains.

Such distributions and distributable earnings, on a tax basis, if any, are determined in conformity with income tax regulations, which may differ from US GAAP. Distributions in excess of tax basis earnings and profits, if any, are reported in the fund's financial statements as a return of capital.

Capital accounts within the financial statements are adjusted for permanent book-tax differences at fiscal year end. These adjustments have no impact on net assets or the results of operations. Temporary book-tax differences, if any, will reverse in a subsequent period. Book-tax differences are primarily attributable to wash sale loss deferrals and treating a portion of the proceeds from redemptions as distributions for tax purposes.

#### Note 3 — Guarantees and indemnifications
Under the Trust's organizational documents, its Officers and Trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the Trust, including the fund. Additionally, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts with service providers that contain general indemnification clauses. The fund's maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown, as this would involve future claims that may be made against the fund that have not yet occurred. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered remote.

#### Note 4 — Fees and transactions with affiliates
John Hancock Investment Management LLC (the Advisor) serves as investment advisor for the fund. John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC (the Distributor), an affiliate of the Advisor, serves as principal underwriter of the fund. The Advisor and the Distributor are indirect, principally owned subsidiaries of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.), which in turn is a subsidiary of Manulife Financial Corporation.

**Management fee. The fund has an investment management agreement with the Advisor under which the fund pays a daily management fee to the Advisor equivalent on an annual basis to the sum of: (a) 0.600% of the first $500 million of the fund's aggregate net assets; (b) 0.550% of the next $1.0 billion of the fund's aggregate net assets; and (c) 0.530% of the fund's aggregate net assets in excess of $1.5 billion. Effective May 29, 2025, aggregate net assets include the net assets of the fund and Manulife Wellington U.S. Quality Growth Fund (formerly known as U.S. Diversified Growth Equity Fund), a series trust of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock Variable Insurance Trust U.S. Growth Trust, a series of John Hancock Variable Insurance Trust. Prior to May 29, 2025, aggregate net assets included the net assets of the fund and Manulife U.S. Diversified Growth Equity Fund, a series trust of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company. The advisor has a subadvisory agreement with Wellington Management Company LLP. The fund is not responsible for payment of the subadvisory fees.**

The Advisor has contractually agreed to waive a portion of its management fee and/or reimburse expenses for certain funds of the John Hancock group of funds complex, including the fund (the participating portfolios). This waiver is based upon aggregate net assets of all the participating portfolios. The amount of the reimbursement is calculated daily and allocated among all the participating portfolios in proportion to the daily net assets of each

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fund. During the year ended March 31, 2026, this waiver amounted to 0.01% of the fund's average daily net assets. This agreement expires on July 31, 2027, unless renewed by mutual agreement of the fund and the Advisor based upon a determination that this is appropriate under the circumstances at that time.

For the year ended March 31, 2026, the expense reductions described above amounted to the following:

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Expense reduction** |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;$84721 |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2256 |
| Class I | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;48084 |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;160 |

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Expense reduction** |
| Class R4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1498 |
| Class R6 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;66451 |
| Class NAV | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;28948 |
| **Total** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$232118** |

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Expenses waived or reimbursed in the current fiscal period are not subject to recapture in future fiscal periods.

The investment management fees, including the impact of the waivers and reimbursements as described above, incurred for the year ended March 31, 2026, were equivalent to a net annual effective rate of 0.53% of the fund's average daily net assets.

**Accounting and legal services. Pursuant to a service agreement, the fund reimburses the Advisor for all expenses associated with providing the administrative, financial, legal, compliance, accounting and recordkeeping services to the fund, including the preparation of all tax returns, periodic reports to shareholders and regulatory reports, among other services. These expenses are allocated to each share class based on its relative net assets at the time the expense was incurred. These accounting and legal services fees incurred, for the year ended March 31, 2026, amounted to an annual rate of 0.02% of the fund's average daily net assets.**

**Distribution and service plans. The fund has a distribution agreement with the Distributor. The fund has adopted distribution and service plans for certain classes as detailed below pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act, to pay the Distributor for services provided as the distributor of shares of the fund. In addition, under a service plan for certain classes as detailed below, the fund pays for certain other services. The fund may pay up to the following contractual rates of distribution and service fees under these arrangements, expressed as an annual percentage of average daily net assets for each class of the fund's shares:**

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Rule 12b-1 Fee** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Service fee** |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.25% | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;1.00% | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.25% | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.25% |
| Class R4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.25% | &nbsp;&nbsp;0.10% |

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The fund's Distributor has contractually agreed to waive 0.10% of Rule 12b-1 fees for Class R4 shares. The current waiver agreement expires on July 31, 2026, unless renewed by mutual agreement of the fund and the Distributor based upon a determination that this is appropriate under the circumstances at the time. This contractual waiver amounted to $16,829 for Class R4 shares for the year ended March 31, 2026.

**Sales charges. Class A shares are assessed up-front sales charges, which resulted in payments to the Distributor amounting to $388,441 for the year ended March 31, 2026. Of this amount, $65,927 was retained and used for printing prospectuses, advertising, sales literature and other purposes and $322,514 was paid as sales commissions to broker-dealers.**

Class A and Class C shares may be subject to contingent deferred sales charges (CDSCs). Certain Class A shares purchased, including those that are acquired through purchases of $1 million or more, and redeemed within one year of purchase are subject to a 1.00% CDSC. Class C shares that are redeemed within one year of purchase are subject to a 1.00% CDSC. CDSCs are applied to the lesser of the current market value at the time of redemption or the original purchase cost of the shares being redeemed. Proceeds from CDSCs are used to compensate the

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Distributor for providing distribution-related services in connection with the sale of these shares. During the year ended March 31, 2026, CDSCs received by the Distributor amounted to $12,444 and $1,097 for Class A and Class C shares, respectively.

**Transfer agent fees. The John Hancock group of funds has a complex-wide transfer agent agreement with John Hancock Signature Services, Inc. (Signature Services), an affiliate of the Advisor. The transfer agent fees paid to Signature Services are determined based on the cost to Signature Services (Signature Services Cost) of providing recordkeeping services. It also includes out-of-pocket expenses, including payments made to third-parties for recordkeeping services provided to their clients who invest in one or more John Hancock funds. In addition, Signature Services Cost may be reduced by certain fees that Signature Services receives in connection with retirement and small accounts. Signature Services Cost is calculated monthly and allocated, as applicable, to three categories of share classes: Retail Share Classes of Non-Municipal Bond Funds, Retirement Share Classes and Retail Share Classes of Municipal Bond Funds. Within each of these categories, the applicable costs are allocated to the affected John Hancock affiliated funds and/or classes, based on the relative average daily net assets.**

#### Class level expenses. Class level expenses for the year ended March 31, 2026 were as follows:

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
| **Class** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Distribution and service fees** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Transfer agent fees** |
| Class A | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$2381048 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$1056781 |
| Class C | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;253641 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;28146 |
| Class I | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;597212 |
| Class R2 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8787 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;96 |
| Class R4 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;58985 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;899 |
| Class R6 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;38511 |
| **Total** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$2702461** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$1721645** |

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**Trustee expenses. The fund compensates each Trustee who is not an employee of the Advisor or its affiliates. The costs of paying Trustee compensation and expenses are allocated to the fund based on its net assets relative to other funds within the John Hancock group of funds complex.**

**Interfund lending program. Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the SEC, the fund, along with certain other funds advised by the Advisor or its affiliates, may participate in an interfund lending program. This program provides an alternative credit facility allowing the fund to borrow from, or lend money to, other participating affiliated funds. At period end, no interfund loans were outstanding. The fund's activity in this program during the period for which loans were outstanding was as follows:**

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **Borrower<br> or Lender** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Weighted Average<br> Loan Balance** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Days<br> Outstanding** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Weighted Average<br> Interest Rate** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Interest Income<br> (Expense)** |
| Lender | &nbsp;&nbsp;$12970000 | &nbsp;&nbsp;3 | &nbsp;&nbsp;4.140% | &nbsp;&nbsp;$4475 |

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#### Note 5 — Fund share transactions
Transactions in fund shares for the years ended March 31, 2026 and 2025 were as follows:

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| | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** |
| **Class A shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3991400 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$114340060 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4023161 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$107701716 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2998922 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;87598450 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2897904 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;78069585 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5176365) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(147658660) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(4351779) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(116518360) |
| **Net increase** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1813957** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$54279850** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**2569286** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$69252941** |
| **Class C shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;237027 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$6173648 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;159221 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$3890227 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;98509 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2581918 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;98463 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2421203 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(305501) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(7907248) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(276171) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(6714362) |
| **Net increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**30035** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$848318** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(18487)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(402932)** |
| **Class I shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;11364537 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$333058453 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;6078170 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$167707073 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1695294 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;51096150 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1381069 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;38186559 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5013955) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(147083327) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(4433041) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(121755168) |
| **Net increase** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**8045876** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$237071276** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**3026198** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$84138464** |
| **Class R2 shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;4116 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$120419 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;21121 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$585014 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5276 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;154734 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5215 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;141229 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3146) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(92781) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(18330) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(507280) |
| **Net increase** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**6246** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$182372** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**8006** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$218963** |
| **Class R4 shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;34293 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$977655 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;36291 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$990444 |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;50672 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1521686 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;50632 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1396941 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(58516) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1683587) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(141550) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3805702) |
| **Net increase (decrease)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**26449** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$815754** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**(54627)** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$(1418317)** |
| **Class R6 shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3170809 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$95492951 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3147089 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$86447193 |
| Issued in reorganization (Note 9) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;21963945 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;667930162 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2636465 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;80306717 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;697915 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;19464855 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(4989599) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(152366139) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1886647) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(52156249) |
| **Net increase** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**22781620** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$691363691** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**1958357** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$53755799** |

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-26** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Year Ended 3-31-25** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Amount** |
| **Class NAV shares** |  |  |  |  |
| Sold | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;848945 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$25538420 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;505125 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;$14348132 |
| Issued in reorganization (Note 9) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10689027 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;324976348 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;— |
| Distributions reinvested | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1188951 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;36203553 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;265000 | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;7388199 |
| Repurchased | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1445936) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(44310944) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(588542) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(16244206) |
| **Net increase** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**11280987** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$342407377** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**181583** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**$5492125** |
| **Total net increase** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**43985170** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$1326968638** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**7670316** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**$211037043** |

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Affiliates of the fund owned 100% of shares of Class NAV on March 31, 2026. Such concentration of shareholders' capital could have a material effect on the fund if such shareholders redeem from the fund.

#### Note 6 — Purchase and sale of securities
Purchases and sales of securities, other than short-term investments and reorganization activity, amounted to $2,463,124,994 and $2,407,472,003, respectively, for the year ended March 31, 2026.

#### Note 7 — Industry or sector risk
The fund may invest a large percentage of its assets in one or more particular industries or sectors of the economy. If a large percentage of the fund's assets are economically tied to a single or small number of industries or sectors of the economy, the fund will be less diversified than a more broadly diversified fund, and it may cause the fund to underperform if that industry or sector underperforms. In addition, focusing on a particular industry or sector may make the fund's NAV more volatile. Further, a fund that invests in particular industries or sectors is particularly susceptible to the impact of market, economic, regulatory and other factors affecting those industries or sectors. Information technology companies can be significantly affected by rapid obsolescence, short product cycles, competition from new market entrants, and heightened cybersecurity risk, among other factors.

#### Note 8 — Investment in affiliated underlying funds
The fund may invest in affiliated underlying funds that are managed by the Advisor and its affiliates. Information regarding the fund's fiscal year to date purchases and sales of the affiliated underlying funds as well as income and capital gains earned by the fund, if any, is as follows:

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  |  |  |  |  |  |  | **Dividends and distributions** | **Dividends and distributions** |  |
| **Affiliate** | **Ending<br> share<br> amount** | **Beginning<br> value** | **Cost of<br> purchases** | **Proceeds<br> from shares<br> sold** | **Realized<br> gain<br> (loss)** | **Change in<br> unrealized<br> appreciation<br> (depreciation)** | **Income<br> distributions<br> received** | **Capital gain<br> distributions<br> received** | **Ending<br> value** |
| John Hancock Collateral Trust\* |  |  | $105582875 | $(105583765) | $890 |  | $6332 |  |  |

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\* Refer to the Securities lending note within Note 2 for details regarding this investment.

#### Note 9 — Reorganization
On July 9, 2025, the shareholders of John Hancock Funds II Capital Appreciation Fund (the Acquired Fund) voted to approve an Agreement and Plan of Reorganization pursuant to which the Acquired Fund transferred all of its assets to the fund (the Acquiring Fund) in exchange for corresponding shares of the Acquiring Fund.

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The Agreement provided for (a) the acquisition of all the assets, subject to all of the liabilities, of the Acquired Fund in exchange for shares of the Acquiring Fund with a value equal to the net assets transferred; (b) the liquidation of the Acquired Fund; and (c) the distribution to Acquired Fund's shareholders of such Acquiring Fund's shares. The reorganization was intended to consolidate the Acquired Fund with a fund with a similar objective and achieve economies of scale. As a result of the reorganization, the Acquiring Fund is the legal and accounting survivor.

The reorganization qualified as a tax-free reorganization for federal income tax purposes with no gain or loss recognized by the Acquired Fund or its shareholders. Thus, the investments were transferred to the Acquiring Fund at the Acquired Fund's identified cost. All distributable amounts of net income and realized gains from the Acquired Fund were distributed prior to the reorganization. In addition, the Acquired Fund and Acquiring Fund bore a pro-rata portion of the costs that were incurred in connection with the reorganization. The effective time of the reorganization occurred immediately after the close of regularly scheduled trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on July 18, 2025. The following outlines the reorganization:

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| | | | | | | | |
|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
| **Acquiring<br> Fund** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Acquired<br> Fund** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Net Asset<br> Value of the<br> Acquired<br> Fund** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Appreciation<br> of the<br> Acquired<br> Fund's<br> Investments** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares<br> Redeemed<br> by the<br> Acquired<br> Fund** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Shares<br> Issued<br> by the<br> Acquiring<br> Fund** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Acquiring<br> Fund<br> Net Assets<br> Prior to<br> Combination** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Acquiring<br> Fund<br> Total Net<br> Assets After<br> Combination** |
| U.S. Growth<br> Fund | Capital<br> Appreciation<br> Fund | $992906510 | $469935237 | 212897893 | 32652972 | $1850724878 | $2843631388 |

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Because the combined fund has been managed as a single integrated fund since the reorganization was completed, it is not practicable to separate the amounts of net investment income and gains attributable to the Acquired Fund that have been included in the Acquiring Fund's Statement of operations at March 31, 2026. See Note 5 for capital shares issued in connection with the above referenced reorganization.

Assuming the acquisition had been completed on April 1, 2025, the beginning of the reporting period, the Acquiring Fund's pro forma results of operations for the year ended March 31, 2026 are as follows:

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| | |
|:---|:---|
| Net investment income | $(5096978) |
| Net realized and unrealized gain | $441804322 |
| **Increase (decrease) in net assets from operations** | **$436707344** |

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#### Note 10 — Segment reporting
The management committee of the Advisor acts as the fund's chief operating decision maker (the CODM), assessing performance and making decisions about resource allocation. The fund represents a single operating segment, as the CODM monitors and assesses the operating results of the fund as a whole, and the fund's long-term strategic asset allocation is managed in accordance with the terms of its prospectus, based on a defined investment strategy which is executed by the portfolio management team of the fund's subadvisor. Segment assets are reflected in the Statement of assets and liabilities as "Total assets", which consists primarily of total investments at value. The financial information, including the measurement of profit and loss and significant expenses, provided to and reviewed by the CODM is consistent with that presented within the Statement of operations, which includes "Increase (decrease) in net assets from operations", Statements of changes in net assets, which includes "Increase (decrease) in net assets from fund share transactions", and Financial highlights, which includes total return and income and expense ratios.

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#### Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

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#### To the Board of Trustees of John Hancock Funds III and Shareholders of John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund

#### Opinion on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the fund's schedule of investments, of John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund (one of the funds constituting John Hancock Funds III, referred to hereafter as the "Fund") as of March 31, 2026, the related statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2026, the statements of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2026, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the five years in the period ended March 31, 2026 (collectively referred to as the "financial statements"). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of March 31, 2026, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2026 and the financial highlights for each of the five years in the period ended March 31, 2026 in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

#### Basis for Opinion
These financial statements are the responsibility of the Fund's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund's financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of March 31, 2026 by correspondence with the custodian, transfer agent, and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

Boston, Massachusetts

May 14, 2026

We have served as the auditor of one or more investment companies in the John Hancock group of funds since 1988.

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Tax information

(Unaudited)

For federal income tax purposes, the following information is furnished with respect to the distributions of the fund, if any, paid during its taxable year ended March 31, 2026.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable of its net taxable income as eligible for the corporate dividends-received deduction.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable of its net taxable income as qualified dividend income as provided in the Jobs and Growth Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2003.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable as Section 163(j) Interest Dividends.

The fund paid $237,643,046 in long-term capital gain dividends.

The fund reports the maximum amount allowable of its Section 199A dividends as defined in Proposed Treasury Regulation §1.199A-3(d).

Eligible shareholders will be mailed a 2026 Form 1099-DIV in early 2027. This will reflect the tax character of all distributions paid in calendar year 2026.

#### Please consult a tax advisor regarding the tax consequences of your investment in the fund.
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#### SHAREHOLDER MEETING

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(Unaudited)

The fund held a Special Joint Meeting of Shareholders on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. The following proposal was considered by the shareholders:

#### Proposal: To elect five Trustees as members of the Board of Trustees of the Trust.
THE PROPOSAL <u>PASSED</u> ON November 12, 2025.

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| | | |
|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total votes<br> for the nominee** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Total votes withheld<br> from the nominee** |
| **Independent Trustees** |  |  |
| William K. Bacic | &nbsp;&nbsp;1425116957 | &nbsp;&nbsp;23441042 |
| Christine L. Hurtsellers | &nbsp;&nbsp;1431763939 | &nbsp;&nbsp;16794060 |
| Kenneth J. Phelan | &nbsp;&nbsp;1431995585 | &nbsp;&nbsp;16562415 |
| Thomas R. Wright | &nbsp;&nbsp;1425328916 | &nbsp;&nbsp;23229083 |

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|:---|:---|:---|
| **Non-Independent Trustee** |  |  |
| Kristie M. Feinberg | &nbsp;&nbsp;1,425,345,708 | &nbsp;&nbsp;23,068,298 |

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John Hancock Investment Management Distributors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC

200 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116-5010, 800-225-5291, jhinvestments.com

Manulife, Manulife Investments, Stylized M Design, and Manulife Investments & Stylized M Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and John Hancock and the Stylized John Hancock Design are trademarks of John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.). Each are used by it and by its affiliates under license.

NOT FDIC INSURED. MAY LOSE VALUE. NO BANK GUARANTEE. NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY.

This report is for the information of the shareholders of John Hancock U.S. Growth Fund. It is not authorized for distribution to prospective investors unless preceded or accompanied by a prospectus.

MF5346145 393A 3/26

5/26

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ITEM 8. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS FOR OPEN-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.

Not applicable.

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ITEM 9. PROXY DISCLOSURE FOR OPEN-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.

Information included in Item 7, if applicable.

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ITEM 10. REMUNERATION PAID TO DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, AND OTHERS OF OPEN-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.

Refer to information included in Item 7.

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ITEM 11. STATEMENT REGARDING BASIS FOR APPROVAL OF INVESTMENT ADVISORY CONTRACT.

Information included in Item 7, if applicable.

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ITEM 12. DISCLOSURE OF PROXY VOTING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR CLOSED-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.

Not applicable.

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ITEM 13. PORTFOLIO MANAGERS OF CLOSED-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.

Not applicable.

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ITEM 14. PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES BY CLOSED-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY AND AFFILIATED PURCHASERS.

Not applicable.

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ITEM 15. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS.

No material changes.

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ITEM 16. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES.

(a) Based upon their evaluation of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures as conducted within 90 days of the filing date of this Form N-CSR, the registrant's principal executive officer and principal financial officer have concluded that those disclosure controls and procedures provide reasonable assurance that the material information required to be disclosed by the registrant on this report is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the Securities and Exchange Commission's rules and forms.

(b) There were no changes in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the period covered by this report that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.

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ITEM 17. DISCLOSURE OF SECURITIES LENDING ACTIVITIES FOR CLOSED-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.

Not applicable.

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ITEM 18. RECOVERY OF ERRONEOUSLY AWARDED COMPENSATION.

Not applicable.

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ITEM 19. EXHIBITS.

[(a)(1) Code of Ethics for Covered Officers is attached.](SOX_COE_1.9.26.htm)

(a)(2) Not applicable.

[(a)(3) Separate certifications for the registrant's principal executive officer and principal financial officer, as required by Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and Rule 30a-2(a) under the Investment Company Act of 1940, are attached.](JHFIII_KFeinberg_FSilva.htm)

[(b) Separate certifications for the registrant's principal executive officer and principal financial officer, as required by 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and Rule 30a-2(b) under the Investment Company Act of 1940, are attached. The certifications furnished pursuant to this paragraph are not deemed to be "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, or otherwise subject to the liability of that section. Such certifications are not deemed to be incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, except to the extent that the Registrant specifically incorporates them by reference.](JHFIII_906_Cert.htm)

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Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

John Hancock Funds III

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|:---|:---|
| By: | /s/ Kristie M. Feinberg |
|  | Kristie M. Feinberg |
|  | President, |
|  | Principal Executive Officer |
| Date: | May 14, 2026 |

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Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.

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|:---|:---|
| By: | /s/ Kristie M. Feinberg |
|  | Kristie M. Feinberg |
|  | President, |
|  | Principal Executive Officer |
| Date: | May 14, 2026 |
| By: | /s/ Fernando A. Silva |
|  | Fernando A. Silva |
|  | Chief Financial Officer, |
|  | Principal Financial Officer |
| Date: | May 14, 2026 |

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## Exhibit 99.906

**Certification Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as Adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002\***

In connection with the attached Report of **John Hancock Funds III** (the "registrant") on Form N-CSR to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "Report"), each of the undersigned officers of the registrant does hereby certify that, to the best of such officer's knowledge:

1. The Report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and

2. The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in the Report.

/s/ Kristie M. Feinberg

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Kristie M. Feinberg

President, Principal Executive Officer

Dated: May 14, 2026

/s/ Fernando A. Silva

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Fernando A. Silva

Chief Financial Officer, Principal Financial Officer

Dated: May 14, 2026

A signed original of this written statement, required by Section 906, has been provided to the registrant and will be retained by the registrant and furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission or its staff upon request.

\*These certifications are being furnished solely pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 and are not being filed as part of this Form N-CSR or as a separate disclosure document.

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## Ex-99.Cert

<u>CERTIFICATION</u>

**I, Kristie M. Feinberg, certify that:**

1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-CSR of **John Hancock Funds III**;

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial conditions, results of operations, changes in net assets, and cash flows (if the financial statements are required to include a statement of cash flows) of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

4. The registrant's other certifying officer(s) and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 30a-3(c) under the Investment Company Act of 1940) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rule 30a-3(d) under the Investment Company Act of 1940) for the registrant and have:

(a)Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

(b)Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

(c)Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of a date within 90 days prior to the filing date of this report based on such evaluation; and

(d)Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the period covered by this report that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting; and

5. The registrant's other certifying officer(s) and I have disclosed to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of the registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

(a)All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize, and report financial information; and

(b)Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.

Date: May 14, 2026

<u>/s/ Kristie M. Feinberg</u> Kristie M. Feinberg

President, Principal Executive Officer

<u>CERTIFICATION</u>

I, **Fernando A. Silva**, certify that:

1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-CSR of **John Hancock Funds III**;

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial conditions, results of operations, changes in net assets, and cash flows (if the financial statements are required to include a statement of cash flows) of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

4. The registrant's other certifying officer(s) and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 30a-3(c) under the Investment Company Act of 1940) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rule 30a-3(d) under the Investment Company Act of 1940) for the registrant and have:

(a)Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

(b)Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

(c)Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of a date within 90 days prior to the filing date of this report based on such evaluation; and

(d)Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the period covered by this report that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting; and

5. The registrant's other certifying officer(s) and I have disclosed to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of the registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

(a)All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize, and report financial information; and

(b)Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.

Date: May 14, 2026

<u>/s/ Fernando A. Silva</u> Fernando A. Silva

Chief Financial Officer, Principal Financial Officer

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## Ex-99.Code

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**JOHN HANCOCK VARIABLE INSURANCE TRUST**

**JOHN HANCOCK FUNDS**

**JOHN HANCOCK FUNDS II**

**JOHN HANCOCK EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND TRUST**

**<u><u>S</u>ARBANES<u>-O</u>XLEY <u>C</u>ODE OF <u>E</u>THICS</u>**

**<u>FOR</u>**

**<u><u>P</u>RINCIPAL <u>E</u>XECUTIVE<u>, P</u>RINCIPAL <u>F</u>INANCIAL <u>O</u>FFICER <u>& T</u>REASURER</u>**

**I.Covered Officers/Purpose of the Code**

This code of ethics (this "Code") for John Hancock Variable Insurance Trust, John Hancock Funds[<sup>1</sup>](#divf74885e0-825c-4cd0-8512-c184592be529), and John Hancock Funds II, John Hancock Exchange-Traded Fund Trust and, each a registered management investment company under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended ("1940 Act"), which may issue shares in separate and distinct series (each investment company and series thereunder to be hereinafter referred to as a "Fund"), applies to each Fund's Principal Executive Officer ("President"), Principal Financial Officer ("Chief Financial Officer") and Treasurer ("Treasurer") (the "Covered Officers" as set forth in <u>Exhibit A</u>) for the purpose of promoting:

****honest and ethical conduct, including the ethical handling of actual or apparent conflicts of interest between personal and professional relationships;

****full, fair, accurate, timely and understandable disclosure in reports and documents that the Fund files with, or submits to, the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") and in other public communications made by the Fund;

****compliance with applicable laws and governmental rules and regulations;

****the prompt internal reporting of violations of the Code to an appropriate person or persons identified in the Code; and

****accountability for adherence to the Code.

1John Hancock Funds includes the following trusts: John Hancock Financial Opportunities Fund; John Hancock Bond Trust; John Hancock California Tax-Free Income Fund; John Hancock Capital Series; John Hancock Funds III; John Hancock Income Securities Trust; John Hancock Investment Trust; John Hancock Investment Trust II; John Hancock Investors Trust; John Hancock Municipal Securities Trust; John Hancock Premium Dividend Fund ; John Hancock Preferred Income Fund; John Hancock Preferred Income Fund II; John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III; John Hancock Sovereign Bond Fund; John Hancock Strategic Series; John Hancock Tax-Advantaged Dividend Income Fund; John Hancock Tax-Advantaged Global Shareholder Yield Fund; John Hancock Hedged Equity and Income Fund; and John Hancock Collateral Trust.

Each of the Covered Officers should adhere to a high standard of business ethics and should be sensitive to situations that may give rise to actual as well as apparent conflicts of interest.

**II.Covered Officers Should Handle Ethically Actual and Apparent Conflicts of Interest Overview**

A "conflict of interest" occurs when a Covered Officer's private interest interferes with the interests of, or his service to, the Fund. For example, a conflict of interest would arise if a Covered Officer, or a member of his family, receives improper personal benefits as a result of his position with the Fund. Certain conflicts of interest arise out of the relationships between the Covered Officers and the Fund and already are subject to conflict of interest provisions in the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the "Investment Company Act") and the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended (the "Investment Advisers Act"). For example, Covered Officers may not individually engage in certain transactions (such as the purchase or sale of securities or other property) with the Fund because of their status as "affiliated persons" of the Fund. Each of the Covered Officers is an officer or employee of the investment adviser or a service provider ("Service Provider") to the Fund. The Fund's, the investment adviser's and the Service Provider's compliance programs and procedures are designed to prevent, or identify and correct, violations of these provisions. This Code does not, and is not intended to, repeat or replace these programs and procedures, and such conflicts fall outside of the parameters of this Code.

Although typically not presenting an opportunity for improper personal benefit, conflicts arise from, or as a result of, the contractual relationship between the Fund and the investment adviser and the Service Provider of which the Covered Officers are also officers or employees. As a result, this Code recognizes that the Covered Officers will, in the normal course of their duties (whether formally for the Fund, for the investment adviser or for the Service Provider), be involved in establishing policies and implementing decisions which will have different effects on the investment adviser, the Service Provider and the Fund. The participation of the Covered Officers in such activities is inherent in the contractual relationship between the Fund and the investment adviser and the Service Provider and is consistent with the performance by the Covered Officers of their duties as officers of the Fund. Thus, if such participation is performed in conformity with the provisions of the Investment Company Act and the Investment Advisers Act, it will be deemed to have been handled ethically. In addition, it is recognized by the Fund's Board of Trustees/Directors (the "Board") that the Covered Officers may also be officers or employees of one or more other investment companies covered by other Codes.

Other conflicts of interest are covered by the Code, even if such conflicts of interest are not subject to provisions in the Investment Company Act and the Investment Advisers Act. The following list provides examples of conflicts of interest under the Code, but the Covered Officers should keep in mind that these examples are not exhaustive. The overarching principle is that the personal interest of a Covered Officer should not be placed improperly before the interest of the Fund.

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Each Covered Officer must:

****not use his/her personal influence or personal relationships improperly to influence investment decisions or financial reporting by the Fund whereby the Covered Officer would benefit personally to the detriment of the Fund;

****not cause the Fund to take action, or fail to take action, for the individual personal benefit of the Covered Officer rather than for the benefit of the Fund; and

****not use material non-public knowledge of portfolio transactions made or contemplated for the Fund to trade personally or cause others to trade personally in contemplation of the market effect of such transactions.

Additionally, conflicts of interest may arise in other situations, the propriety of which may be discussed, if material, with the Fund's Chief Compliance Officer ("CCO"). Examples of these include:

****serve as a director/trustee on the board of any public or private company;

****the receipt of any non-nominal gifts;

****the receipt of any entertainment from any company with which the Fund has current or prospective business dealings unless such entertainment is business-related, reasonable in cost, appropriate as to time and place, and not so frequent as to raise any question of impropriety (or other formulation as the Fund already uses in another code of conduct);

****any ownership interest in, or any consulting or employment relationship with, any of the Fund's service providers, other than its investment adviser, any sub-adviser, principal underwriter, administrator or any affiliated person thereof; and

****a direct or indirect financial interest in commissions, transaction charges or spreads paid by the Fund for effecting portfolio transactions or for selling or redeeming shares other than an interest arising from the Covered Officer's employment, such as compensation or equity ownership.

**III.Disclosure & Compliance**

****Each Covered Officer should familiarize himself or herself with the disclosure requirements generally applicable to the Fund;

****Each Covered Officer should not knowingly misrepresent, or cause others to misrepresent, facts about the Fund to others, whether within or outside the Fund, including to the Fund's directors and auditors, and to governmental regulators and self- regulatory organizations;

****Each Covered Officer should, to the extent appropriate within his/her area of responsibility, consult with other officers and employees of the Fund and the Fund's adviser or any sub-adviser with the goal of promoting full, fair, accurate, timely and understandable disclosure in the reports and documents the Fund files with, or submits to, the SEC and in other public communications made by the Fund; and

****It is the responsibility of each Covered Officer to promote compliance with the standards and restrictions imposed by applicable laws, rules and regulations.

IV. Reporting & Accountability

Each Covered Officer must:

****upon adoption of the Code (or thereafter as applicable, upon becoming an Covered Officer), affirm in writing to the Fund's CCO that he/she has received, read, and understands the Code;

****annually thereafter affirm to the Fund's CCO that he/she has complied with the requirements of the Code;

****not retaliate against any employee or Covered Officer or their affiliated persons for reports of potential violations that are made in good faith;

****notify the Fund's CCO promptly if he/she knows of any violation of this Code (Note: failure to do so is itself a violation of this Code); and

****report at least annually any change in his/her affiliations from the prior year.

The Fund's CCO is responsible for applying this Code to specific situations in which questions are presented under it and has the authority to interpret this Code in any particular situation. However, any approvals or waivers sought by the Principal Executive Officer will be considered by the Fund's Board or the Compliance Committee thereof (the "Committee").

The Fund will follow these procedures in investigating and enforcing this Code:

****the Fund's CCO will take all appropriate action to investigate any potential violations reported to him/her;

****if, after such investigation, the CCO believes that no violation has occurred, the CCO is not required to take any further action;

****any matter that the CCO believes is a violation will be reported to the Board or, if applicable, Compliance Committee;

****if the Board or, if applicable, Compliance Committee concurs that a violation has occurred, the Board, either upon its determination of a violation or upon

recommendation of the Compliance Committee, if applicable, will consider appropriate action, which may include review of, and appropriate modifications to, applicable policies and procedures; notification to appropriate personnel of the Service Provider or the investment adviser or its board; or a recommendation to dismiss the Registrant's Executive Officer;

****the Board, or if applicable the Compliance Committee, will be responsible for granting waivers, as appropriate; and

****any changes to or waivers of this Code will, to the extent required, be disclosed as provided by SEC rules.

**V.Other Policies & Procedures**

This Code shall be the sole code of ethics adopted by the Fund for purposes of Section 406 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and the rules and forms applicable to registered investment companies thereunder. Insofar as other policies or procedures of the Fund, the Fund's adviser, any sub- adviser, principal underwriter or other service providers govern or purport to govern the behavior or activities of the Covered Officers who are subject to this Code, they are superseded by this Code to the extent that they overlap or conflict with the provisions of this Code. The Fund's and its investment adviser's codes of ethics under Rule 204A-1 under the Investment Advisers Act and Rule 17j-1 under the Investment Company Act, respectively, are separate requirements applying to the Covered Officers and others and are not part of this Code.

VI. Amendments

Any amendments to this Code, other than amendments to Exhibit A, must be approved or ratified by a majority vote of the Fund's Board, including a majority of independent directors.

VII. Confidentiality

All reports and records prepared or maintained pursuant to this Code will be considered confidential and shall be maintained and protected accordingly. Except as otherwise required by law or this Code, such matters shall not be disclosed to anyone other than the Fund's Board and its counsel, the investment adviser and the relevant Service Providers.

VIII. Internal Use

The Code is intended solely for the internal use by the Fund and does not constitute an admission, by or on behalf of the Fund, as to any fact, circumstance, or legal conclusion.

**<u>Exhibit A</u>**

**Persons Covered by this Code of Ethics**

**(As of December 31, 2025)**

**John Hancock Variable Insurance Trust**

****Principal Executive Officer and President – Kristie Feinberg

****Principal Financial Officer and Chief Financial Officer – Fernando Silva

****Treasurer – Salvatore Schiavone

**John Hancock Funds**

****Principal Executive Officer and President – Kristie Feinberg

****Principal Financial Officer and Chief Financial Officer – Fernando Silva

****Treasurer – Salvatore Schiavone

**John Hancock Funds II**

****Principal Executive Officer and President – Kristie Feinberg

****Principal Financial Officer and Chief Financial Officer – Fernando Silva

****Treasurer – Salvatore Schiavone

**John Hancock Exchange-Traded Trust**

****Principal Executive Officer and President – Kristie Feinberg

****Principal Financial Officer and Chief Financial Officer – Fernando Silva

****Treasurer – Salvatore Schiavone

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