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Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE: BEN), commonly known as Franklin Templeton, is a prominent global investment management organization. With more than 75 years of expertise, Franklin Templeton delivers a suite of investment services aimed at both individual and institutional investors. As of April 2024, the company oversees $1.602 trillion in managed assets, comprising 35% equity, 35% fixed-income, 10% multi-asset/balanced funds, 16% alternatives, and 4% money market funds.
Franklin Templeton is renowned for its diverse portfolio and global reach, with more than a third of its assets under management (AUM) invested in international strategies. Furthermore, approximately 30% of managed assets are sourced from clients outside the United States. The company's client base is balanced between retail investors at 52% and institutional accounts at 46%, with high-net-worth individuals accounting for the remainder.
Recently, the company's subsidiary, ClearBridge Investments, released its seventh annual Stewardship Report, highlighting its commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors. With $188 billion in assets under management, ClearBridge actively integrates ESG considerations into its investment process, promoting sustainable practices and responsible investing. In 2023, ClearBridge earned top scores in the U.N.-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) reporting assessment and joined the Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility's Living Wage Statement, advocating for fair wages in line with international human rights standards.
Franklin Templeton's dedication to ESG is further exemplified through ClearBridge's active ownership and engagement strategies. In 2023, ClearBridge voted on over 15,000 shareholder proposals and engaged with more than 1,000 companies to drive positive change. The firm's commitment to diversity and inclusion is also noteworthy, with strong representation of women and people of color among its staff and investment teams.
Franklin Templeton continues to advance the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through various philanthropic efforts. ClearBridge's partnership with WaterAid since 2013 has improved clean water accessibility in Timor-Leste, directly supporting SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation.
With a mission to help clients achieve better outcomes through specialized investment management and wealth management solutions, Franklin Templeton operates with a global presence in over 150 countries. The company leverages its extensive capabilities in fixed income, equity, alternatives, and multi-asset solutions to serve a diverse clientele, bolstered by a team of over 1,500 investment professionals stationed in major financial markets worldwide.
Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund (NYSE: TEI) announced a monthly distribution of
Templeton Global Income Fund (NYSE: GIM) has announced a monthly distribution of
Franklin Universal Trust (NYSE: FT) has announced a monthly distribution of
Templeton Dragon Fund (NYSE: TDF) announced a total distribution of $1.3014 per share, which includes $0.0033 in short-term capital gains and $1.2981 in long-term capital gains. This distribution is payable on August 31, 2022 to shareholders of record as of August 15, 2022. The Ex-Dividend Date is set for August 12, 2022. Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE: BEN), the parent company of Templeton Dragon Fund, reported approximately $1.4 trillion in assets under management as of June 30, 2022.
Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund (NYSE: TEI) has outlined the sources of its upcoming distribution, scheduled for July 29, 2022. The estimated distribution per share is
Templeton Global Income Fund (NYSE: GIM) announced its distribution details for July 29, 2022, indicating a total distribution per share of
Franklin Universal Trust (NYSE: FT) announced the estimated sources of distributions for the fiscal year 2022, specifically for the distribution payable on July 29, 2022. The estimated allocation per share includes a distribution of $0.0425, which is entirely from net investment income. Year-to-date, cumulative distributions per share total $0.4642, with significant contributions from net investment income and a return of capital. Shareholders are cautioned not to interpret these distributions as indicators of the Fund's investment performance.
The Franklin Limited Duration Income Trust (FTF) has announced its estimated sources of distributions for the monthly distribution to be paid on July 29, 2022. The distribution is $0.0628 per share, comprising 84% net investment income, 0% short-term capital gains, 0% long-term capital gains, and a 16% return of capital. Year-to-date figures show a cumulative distribution of $0.4181 per share, with 54% from net investment income and 46% as a return of capital. The Fund aims for a minimum distribution rate of 10% based on NAV, but a portion may come from returns of capital. Shareholders should not assume performance is based solely on distribution amounts.
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