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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 a strong financial performance for the quarter ending March 31, 2021. Net income surged to $381.8 million or $0.74 per diluted share, marking an 11% increase from the previous quarter. Adjusted net income reached $403.5 million with diluted earnings per share of $0.79, an 8% rise quarter-over-quarter. Operating revenues rose by 4% to $2.08 billion, a significant 58% increase year-over-year. The firm experienced positive net inflows in alternative assets totaling $6.2 billion, doubling the previous quarter. Total assets under management stood at $1.498 trillion.
Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund (TEI) announced a monthly distribution of $0.0852 per share from net investment income, payable on May 28, 2021. Shareholders of record will be those noted on May 17, 2021, with an Ex-Dividend Date set for May 14, 2021. This distribution reflects the fund's commitment to returning income to its investors. Additionally, Franklin Resources, Inc. (BEN), the fund's management organization, has a significant presence in the investment sector, boasting over $1.5 trillion in assets under management.
Templeton Global Income Fund (GIM) declared a monthly distribution of $0.0368 per share, payable on May 28, 2021, to shareholders recorded on May 17, 2021 (Ex-Dividend Date: May 14, 2021). The Fund operates under a managed distribution plan, targeting a minimum annual rate of 7.5% based on average monthly net asset value (NAV). This plan seeks to provide a consistent distribution, though there are no guarantees of success. Distributions may include capital returns if net income is insufficient, which does not equate to investment performance. Franklin Resources, Inc. (BEN) manages the Fund, focusing on enhancing client investment outcomes.
On May 4, 2021, Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE: BEN) will disclose its Q2 2021 operating results at 8:30 a.m. ET, with a commentary available on its investor relations website. A live teleconference, led by key executives including CEO Jenny Johnson, will follow at 10:00 a.m. ET for Q&A. Replay options will be accessible until May 11, 2021. Franklin Templeton, founded over 70 years ago, manages approximately $1.5 trillion in assets across various investment strategies in 165 countries.
Royce Investment Partners announces Boniface "Buzz" Zaino as the new lead for the portfolio management team of the Royce Opportunity Fund. Zaino has a significant history with this strategy, having transitioned to Senior Advisor in October 2018. He is joined by three portfolio managers with extensive experience. This leadership change follows the resignation of four key team members on April 20, 2021. Zaino expressed excitement about current market opportunities in small- and micro-cap stocks, which the strategy has targeted since 1998, focusing on themes such as turnarounds and undervalued growth.
Franklin Universal Trust (NYSE: FT) announced a distribution of $0.0320 per share, scheduled for payment on May 14, 2021. Shareholders must be on record by April 30, 2021, with an ex-dividend date of April 29, 2021. The amount of distributions may fluctuate based on the fund’s net investment income. Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE: BEN), the managing organization, has over $1.5 trillion in assets under management as of March 31, 2021, and serves clients globally. All investments carry risks, including potential loss of principal.
Franklin Limited Duration Income Trust (FTF) announced a distribution of $0.0783 per common share, payable on May 14, 2021. Shareholders of record will be those listed on April 30, 2021. Under a managed distribution plan, the Fund aims for a minimum fixed rate of 10% annually, calculated from the average monthly net asset value (NAV). The Board can amend or terminate this plan anytime, affecting market price. Distributions may also include returns of capital, impacting total assets and potentially increasing the expense ratio.
AdvisorEngine has completed its integration with Schwab Advisor Center, enhancing its wealth management platform. This integration allows advisors to utilize various features including portfolio management, client onboarding, and automation tools. Key benefits include improved portfolio management, reduced client onboarding errors, and enhanced operational clarity. According to a Schwab study, the integration significantly decreases not-in-good-order rates. Firms are increasingly investing in technology, with 71% making new investments last year. AdvisorEngine, a subsidiary of Franklin Templeton, serves over 1,200 firms managing $600 billion in assets.
The Franklin Limited Duration Income Trust (NYSE:FTF) has declared a dividend of $0.0790 per common share, payable on April 15, 2021, to shareholders of record as of March 31, 2021. This comprises $0.0190 from net investment income and $0.0600 as a return of principal. The Fund operates a managed distribution plan that guarantees an annual minimum rate of 10% based on the average monthly net asset value, aimed at minimizing the market price discount to the NAV. The plan may be amended or terminated by the Board without prior notice.
Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE: BEN) reported preliminary assets under management (AUM) of $1,498.9 billion for March 31, 2021, a slight decrease from $1,500.5 billion in February. The decline was primarily due to long-term net outflows of $4.2 billion, primarily from a nearly $6 billion institutional redemption. Despite these outflows, there were positive market gains this month. Reinvested distributions totaled $2.3 billion for the quarter. The AUM figures indicate a stable but challenged position amidst significant redemptions and market conditions.