# ClearBridge Growth Strategy Adds Astera Labs, Exits GWW and CNS

By Enna Lee

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Published: 2026-10-13T13:46:45.000Z
Updated: 2026-10-13T13:46:45.000Z
Section: Investing

> The strategy outperformed the Russell Midcap Growth Index in Q3 2026, when the benchmark fell 5.8%.

ClearBridge Growth Strategy added Astera Labs (ALAB) during Q3 2026 and exited GWW and CNS, reshaping its reported holdings during a quarter when its benchmark declined.

The strategy outperformed the Russell Midcap Growth Index in Q3 2026. The index fell 5.8% during the period.

Stock selection in information technology and industrials supported the strategy’s performance. The strategy’s quarterly changes added Astera Labs and removed GWW and CNS from its holdings.