Franklin Resources Inc (BEN)

Currency in USD
34.11
+0.05(+0.15%)
Closed·
34.10-0.01(-0.03%)
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Trading near 52-week High
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Fair Value
Day's Range
33.5934.55
52 wk Range
21.1134.55
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
34.06
Open
34.46
Day's Range
33.59-34.55
52 wk Range
21.11-34.55
Volume
4.06M
Average Volume (3m)
4.85M
1-Year Change
37.0981%
Book Value / Share
23.28
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
32.36
Downside
-5.12%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
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ProTips
Trading at a low P/E ratio relative to near-term earnings growth

Franklin Resources Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Buy
Moving Averages
Strong Buy

Analyst Ratings

3 Buy
6 Hold
2 Sell
Ratings:
11 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 32.36
(-5.12% Downside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Morgan Stanley
Hold34.00-0.32%31.00MaintainJun 26, 2026
TD Cowen
Buy40.00+17.27%37.00MaintainJun 22, 2026
Morgan Stanley
Hold31.00-9.12%21.00UpgradeMay 06, 2026
BofA Securities
Sell24.00-29.64%21.00MaintainApr 29, 2026
TD Cowen
Buy37.00+8.47%33.00MaintainApr 29, 2026

Franklin Resources Inc SWOT Analysis


Strategic Expansion
Explore Franklin Resources' strategic moves, including the Apera acquisition and expansion into private markets, positioning the firm for diversified growth
Financial Resilience
Delve into Franklin Resources' financial performance, showcasing its ability to maintain profitability and dividends despite market challenges
Market Headwinds
Learn about the persistent outflows from WAMCO and analyst concerns, with price targets ranging from $17 to $23, reflecting ongoing industry challenges
Future Prospects
Discover Franklin Resources' initiatives to improve margins and expand its product suite, potentially offsetting traditional asset management hurdles
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Franklin Resources Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2026

  • Franklin Templeton Q2 2026 EPS of $0.71 beat forecast by 26.79%; revenue of $2.29B exceeded expectations by 34.71%, driving 4.32% stock gain.
  • Assets under management reached $1.68T with long-term net inflows of $16.9B, marking consecutive quarters of positive flows across segments.
  • Company projects full-year fiscal 2026 margin of 27% with Q4 margins in high 29s; Q3 fee rate expected in mid-to-high 37 basis points range.
  • CEO Johnson emphasized strategic focus on innovation and global expansion, citing successful execution of growth strategies and diversified model.
  • Key risks include market volatility, regulatory changes, and intense competition in asset management potentially pressuring margins going forward.
Last Updated: 28/04/2026, 17:12
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Earnings

Latest Release
Apr 28, 2026
EPS / Forecast
0.71 / 0.56
Revenue / Forecast
2.29B / 1.7B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 1.31%
Dividend Yield
3.88%
Industry Median 2.07%
Annualised payout
1.32
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+3.40%
Growth Streak

BEN Income Statement

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Peers
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P/E Ratio
26.2x12.4x10.0x
PEG Ratio
0.290.860.03
Price/Book
1.5x3.6x1.0x
Price / LTM Sales
2.0x3.4x2.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
−9.1%33.5%13.2%
Fair Value Upside
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Franklin Resources, Inc. is a publicly owned asset investment manager. Through its subsidiaries, the firm provides its services to individuals, institutions, pension plans, trusts, and partnerships. It launches equity, fixed income, balanced, and multi-asset mutual funds through its subsidiaries. The firm invests in the public equity, fixed income, and alternative markets. Franklin Resources, Inc. was founded in 1947 and is based in San Mateo, California with an additional office in Calgary, Alberta; Dubai, United Arab Emirates; Edinburgh, Midlothian; Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Hyderabad, India; London, Greater London; Rancho Cordova, California; Shanghai, Shanghai Province; Singapore; Stamford, Connecticut; and Vienna.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
136.12M26.20%4.64B
Other Institutional Investors
158.53M30.51%5.41B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
224.98M43.30%7.67B
Total
519.64M100.00%17.72B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
Power Corporation of Canada6.07%31,557,1171,076,413
BlackRock, Inc.5.51%28,626,920976,464

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FAQ

What Is the Franklin Resources (BEN) Stock Price Today?

The Franklin Resources stock price today is 34.11 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Franklin Resources Trade On?

Franklin Resources is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Franklin Resources?

The stock symbol for Franklin Resources is "BEN."

What Is the Franklin Resources (BEN) Afterhours Price Today? (Afterhours variable test: 34.10) Current Date: Jul 04, 2026

After hours price: 34.10. After hours price change (units): -0.01. Price change percentage: -0.03%

What Is the Franklin Resources Market Cap?

As of today, Franklin Resources market cap is 17.72B USD.

What Is Franklin Resources's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Franklin Resources EPS (TTM) is 1.31.

When Is the Next Franklin Resources Earnings Date?

Franklin Resources will release its next earnings report on Jul 31, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is BEN a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has Franklin Resources Stock Split?

Franklin Resources has split 14 times.

How Many Employees Does Franklin Resources Have?

Franklin Resources has 10000 employees.

What is the current trading status of Franklin Resources (BEN)?

As of Jul 04, 2026, Franklin Resources (BEN) is trading at a price of 34.11 USD, with a previous close of 34.06 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 33.59 USD to 34.55 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 21.11 USD to 34.55 USD.

What Is Franklin Resources (BEN) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Franklin Resources is 32.36 USD, with a high estimate of 40 USD and a low estimate of 24 USD. 3 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 2 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an -5.12% Downside potential.

What Is the BEN After Hours Price?

BEN's last after hours stock price is 34.10 USD, the stock has decreased by -0.01, or -0.03%.
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