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Investment Objectives and Goals - Putnam VT Sustainable Leaders Fund
Jun. 30, 2026
Prospectus [Line Items]  
Risk/Return [Heading] Fund summary Prior to October 5, 2026, Putnam VT Focused U.S. Research Fund was named Putnam VT Sustainable Leaders Fund.
Objective [Heading] Goal
Objective, Primary [Text Block]
The fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.