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Franklin Universal Trust (“FT” or the “Fund”) Announces Distribution

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Franklin Universal Trust [NYSE: FT] has announced a monthly distribution of $0.0425 per share from net investment income, payable on June 28, 2024, to shareholders of record on June 18, 2024. The primary objective of the Fund is to provide high, current income while preserving capital, and the secondary objective is income growth via dividend increases and capital appreciation. Distributions may vary based on the Fund's net investment income. Shareholders should not infer the Fund’s performance from the distribution amount or policy. The distribution's sources are estimates and not for tax reporting purposes. Form 1099-DIV will be sent to shareholders for tax reporting. Franklin Templeton, managing over $1.6 trillion in assets as of April 30, 2024, operates globally with a mission to deliver superior investment management and wealth management solutions.

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  • Monthly distribution of $0.0425 per share declared.
  • Primary objective is high, current income with capital preservation.
  • Secondary objective is income growth via dividend increases and capital appreciation.
  • Franklin Templeton manages over $1.6 trillion in assets as of April 30, 2024.
  • Franklin Templeton operates with extensive global capabilities in fixed income, equity, alternatives, and multi-asset solutions.
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  • Distribution amounts and sources are estimates and not for tax reporting purposes.
  • Shareholders should not infer the Fund’s performance from the distribution amount.
  • Distributions may vary based on net investment income.

SAN MATEO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Franklin Universal Trust [NYSE: FT] today announced a monthly distribution from net investment income of $0.0425 per share, payable on June 28, 2024, to shareholders of record on June 18, 2024 (Ex-Dividend Date: June 18, 2024).

The Fund’s primary investment objective is to provide high, current income consistent with preservation of capital. Its secondary objective is growth of income through dividend increases and capital appreciation. Distributions may vary based on the Fund’s net investment income. Past distributions are not indicative of future trends.

Shareholders should not draw any conclusions about the Fund’s investment performance from the amount of the current distribution or from the terms of the Fund’s distribution policy. The amounts and sources of distributions reported herein are only estimates and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund’s investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The Fund will send a Form 1099-DIV to shareholders for the calendar year that will describe how to report the Fund’s distributions for federal income tax purposes.

For further information on Franklin Universal Trust, please visit our web site at: www.franklintempleton.com

Franklin Resources, Inc. is a global investment management organization with subsidiaries operating as Franklin Templeton and serving clients in over 150 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 specialization on a global scale, bringing extensive capabilities in fixed income, equity, alternatives and multi-asset solutions. With more than 1,500 investment professionals, and offices in major financial markets around the world, the California-based company has over 75 years of investment experience and over $1.6 trillion in assets under management as of April 30, 2024. For more information, please visit franklintempleton.com.

Franklin Templeton at 1-800-342-5236

Source: Franklin Templeton

FAQ

What is the distribution amount announced by Franklin Universal Trust (FT)?

Franklin Universal Trust announced a monthly distribution of $0.0425 per share.

When will the distribution be payable to Franklin Universal Trust (FT) shareholders?

The distribution will be payable on June 28, 2024.

What is the record date for Franklin Universal Trust's (FT) distribution?

The record date for the distribution is June 18, 2024.

What is the ex-dividend date for Franklin Universal Trust's (FT) distribution?

The ex-dividend date for the distribution is June 18, 2024.

What are the primary and secondary objectives of Franklin Universal Trust (FT)?

The primary objective is to provide high, current income with capital preservation, and the secondary objective is income growth through dividend increases and capital appreciation.

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