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Franklin Resources, Inc. reports developments for Franklin Templeton, a global investment manager serving individual, institutional and wealth clients across public and private markets. News commonly covers assets under management, net flows, earnings, operating results and asset-class activity across equity, fixed income, alternatives, multi-asset and cash management strategies.
Company updates also include product and platform initiatives such as model portfolios, separately managed account-style solutions and private-market access, as well as developments at subsidiaries including Western Asset Management and Fiduciary Trust International. Other recurring themes include global distribution, wealth management expansion, client group leadership and capital actions tied to the company’s NYSE-listed common stock.
Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE: BEN) reported preliminary assets under management (AUM) of $1,387.6 billion as of August 31, 2022. This is a decrease from $1,429.7 billion on July 31, 2022, primarily due to market impacts and long-term net outflows. The breakdown of AUM shows $525.4 billion in fixed income, $435.8 billion in equity, and $225.9 billion in alternatives. The company continues to serve clients globally, emphasizing investment expertise.
Franklin Universal Trust (NYSE: FT) announced a monthly distribution of $0.0425 per share from net investment income, payable on September 30, 2022. Shareholders of record on September 19, 2022 will receive this payment, with an Ex-Dividend Date of September 16, 2022. The Fund aims to provide high current income while preserving capital, and its distribution amounts may vary based on net investment income. The Fund's performance should not be inferred from current distribution amounts.
Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund (NYSE: TEI) has announced a monthly distribution of $0.0480 per share, payable on September 30, 2022. The payment will be distributed to shareholders of record as of September 19, 2022, with an ex-dividend date of September 16, 2022. The Fund operates under a managed distribution plan that provides a minimum fixed rate of 10% annually based on the average monthly net asset value. However, the sustainability of these distributions is not guaranteed and may involve returns of capital.
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Templeton Global Income Fund (NYSE: GIM) announced a monthly distribution of $0.0318 per share from net investment income, payable on September 30, 2022, to shareholders of record on September 19, 2022. The Fund's fee waiver has been extended until December 31, 2022. Post this date, management fees will increase to 0.700% for assets up to $200 million. The Fund operates a managed distribution plan aiming for an annual minimum fixed rate of 8% based on average monthly net asset value, but performance is not guaranteed.
Franklin Templeton has launched two new digital asset separately managed account (SMA) strategies through Eaglebrook Advisors, set to become available to investment professionals in mid-October. The Digital Assets Core strategy targets the largest digital assets, while the Digital Assets Core Capped strategy limits Bitcoin and Ethereum holdings to 25%. These initiatives aim to enhance Franklin Templeton’s offerings in the evolving digital asset landscape, reinforcing their commitment to advisors and clients amid growing market interest.
Franklin Templeton has appointed Jamie Gordon as Senior Vice President, Senior Consultant Advisor, US Institutional. Gordon, with 25 years of financial services experience, will strengthen relationships with key consulting partners on the East Coast. Reporting to Mike Foley, he aims to enhance service delivery for institutional clients. Gordon previously worked at Income Research + Management, JPMorgan Securities, and Prudential Securities. This appointment follows the recent hiring of John Ivanac as a consultant advisor for alternative investments.
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Templeton Global Income Fund (NYSE: GIM) announced the estimated sources of distribution for its August 31, 2022 payment. The distribution per share is $0.0311, with 52% from net investment income and 48% as a return of capital. Cumulative distributions for 2022 total $0.2444 per share, consisting of 39% net investment income and 61% return of capital. The fund operates a managed distribution plan aiming for an 8% annual fixed rate but warns that returns may not reflect actual performance. Shareholders are advised that distributions may involve returns of capital, not income.
Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund (NYSE: TEI) announced estimated sources of its August 2022 distribution of $0.0463 per share. Of this, 73% is derived from net investment income, while 27% represents a return of capital. For the fiscal year to date, the total distribution per share is $0.4264, consisting of 60% net investment income and 40% return of capital. Shareholders are cautioned against interpreting distribution amounts as an indicator of investment performance, as returns of capital may occur and do not reflect yield. The managed distribution plan aims for a fixed annual rate of 10% but carries no guarantees.