Franklin Resources, Inc. Announces Month-End Assets Under Management

Rhea-AI Summary

Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE: BEN) reported preliminary assets under management (AUM) of $1,379.8 billion as of June 30, 2022, down from $1,445.9 billion on May 31, 2022. This decline was largely due to market impacts and long-term net outflows totaling $19.8 billion for the quarter. The decrease was slightly mitigated by the acquisition of Lexington Partners. Key asset classes included fixed income, with $536.3 billion, equity at $424.9 billion, and alternatives at $224.8 billion.

Positive

• Acquisition of Lexington Partners may enhance long-term growth potential.

Negative

• Significant decline in AUM from $1,445.9 billion to $1,379.8 billion indicates potential investor concerns.
• Long-term net outflows of $19.8 billion may affect future revenue streams.

SAN MATEO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Franklin Resources, Inc. (Franklin Templeton) (NYSE: BEN) today reported preliminary month-end assets under management (AUM) of $1,379.8 billion at June 30, 2022, compared to $1,445.9 billion at May 31, 2022. This month’s decrease in AUM primarily reflected the negative impact of markets and long-term net outflows.

For the quarter ended June 30, 2022, AUM reflected the negative impact of markets and long-term net outflows of $19.8 billion, partially offset by the acquisition of Lexington Partners.

By Asset Class:

(In USD billions)	Preliminary
	30-Jun-22		31-May-22		31-Mar-22		31-Dec-21		30-Jun-21
Fixed Income1	$536.3		$559.3		$595.0		$642.1		$658.1
Equity	424.9		462.6		515.4		563.4		536.9
Alternative	224.8		220.2		157.9		154.3		140.8
Multi-Asset	136.2		145.4		151.9		154.0		153.0
Long Term:	1,322.2		1,387.5		1,420.2		1,513.8		1,488.8
Cash Management	57.6		58.4		57.3		64.3		63.3
Total	$1,379.8		$1,445.9		$1,477.5		$1,578.1		$1,552.1

¹The remaining AUM in our closed India credit funds was $172 million as of June 30, 2022.

About Franklin Templeton

Franklin Resources, Inc. [NYSE:BEN] is a global investment management organization with subsidiaries operating as Franklin Templeton and serving clients in over 155 countries. Franklin Templeton’s mission is to help clients achieve better outcomes through investment management expertise, wealth management and technology solutions. Through its specialist investment managers, the company offers boutique specialization on a global scale, bringing extensive capabilities in fixed income, equity, alternatives and multi-asset solutions. With offices in more than 30 countries and approximately 1,300 investment professionals, the California-based company has 75 years of investment experience. The company posts information that may be significant for investors in the Investor Relations and News Center sections of its website, and encourages investors to consult those sections regularly. For more information, please visit investors.franklinresources.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

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These and other risks, uncertainties and other important factors are described in more detail in our recent filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including, without limitation, in Risk Factors and Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2021 and our subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. If a circumstance occurs after the date of this press release that causes any of our forward-looking statements to be inaccurate, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, we undertake no obligation to announce publicly the change to our expectations, or to make any revision to our forward-looking statements, to reflect any change in assumptions, beliefs or expectations, or any change in events, conditions or circumstances upon which any forward-looking statement is based, unless required by law.

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Franklin Resources, Inc.

Investor Relations: Selene Oh (650) 312-4091, selene.oh@franklintempleton.com

Media Relations: Matt Walsh (650) 312-2245, matthew.walsh@franklintempleton.com

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Source: Franklin Resources, Inc.

FAQ

What were Franklin Resources' assets under management as of June 30, 2022?

As of June 30, 2022, Franklin Resources reported preliminary assets under management of $1,379.8 billion.

How much did Franklin Resources lose in long-term net outflows for the quarter ending June 30, 2022?

Franklin Resources experienced long-term net outflows of $19.8 billion for the quarter ending June 30, 2022.

What caused the decline in Franklin Resources' AUM in June 2022?

The decline in Franklin Resources' AUM was primarily attributed to the negative impact of market conditions and long-term net outflows.

What is the impact of the acquisition of Lexington Partners on Franklin Resources?

The acquisition of Lexington Partners is expected to partially offset the negative impacts of market declines and net outflows, potentially enhancing growth.