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Franklin Resources (NYSE: BEN) boosts Q2 profit and AUM on strong inflows

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Franklin Resources, Inc. reported stronger second fiscal quarter results for the period ended March 31, 2026. Net income attributable to the company was $268.2 million, up from $255.5 million in the prior quarter and $151.4 million a year earlier, with diluted EPS of $0.49, up from $0.46 and $0.26. Operating revenues were $2.29 billion, a 9% increase versus the prior year quarter, while operating income more than doubled year over year to $323.3 million, lifting the operating margin to 14.1%.

On a non-GAAP basis, adjusted net income was $384.5 million and adjusted diluted EPS were $0.71, both higher than the prior year. Adjusted operating income rose to $474.6 million, with an adjusted operating margin of 27.1%. Assets under management ended the quarter at $1.68 trillion, up 9% year over year, supported by $16.9 billion of long-term net inflows and $11.4 billion of cash management net inflows. The company repurchased 2.3 million shares for $57.1 million during the quarter.

Positive

  • Profitability sharply higher year over year: Net income attributable to Franklin Resources, Inc. rose 77% to $268.2 million and diluted EPS increased 88% to $0.49 versus the quarter ended March 31, 2025.
  • Stronger underlying margins on an adjusted basis: Adjusted operating income grew to $474.6 million and adjusted operating margin improved to 27.1%, up from 23.4% in the prior-year quarter.
  • Return to solid organic growth: Long-term net flows were positive $16.9 billion, compared with long-term net outflows of $26.2 billion in the quarter ended March 31, 2025, while total AUM increased 9% year over year to $1.68 trillion.

Negative

  • None.

Insights

Franklin Resources delivered stronger profitability, robust inflows and stable AUM despite market headwinds.

Franklin Resources posted operating revenues of $2.29 billion, up 9% year over year, while operating income rose to $323.3 million, a 122% increase versus the prior-year quarter. Net income attributable to the company reached $268.2 million and diluted EPS were $0.49, up 88% year over year.

Non-GAAP metrics also strengthened, with adjusted operating income of $474.6 million and an adjusted operating margin of 27.1%, compared with 23.4% a year earlier. Adjusted net income was $384.5 million and adjusted diluted EPS were $0.71, reflecting higher underlying profitability after excluding acquisition-related and other specified items.

Assets under management were $1.68 trillion at March 31, 2026, up 9% year over year. Long-term net flows were positive $16.9 billion, versus outflows of $26.2 billion a year earlier, and cash management strategies added $11.4 billion. Share repurchases totaled $57.1 million for 2.3 million shares, indicating ongoing capital returns alongside organic growth.

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition Financial
Disclosure of earnings results, typically an earnings press release or preliminary financials.
Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure Disclosure
Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Net income attributable to Franklin Resources, Inc. $268.2 million Quarter ended March 31, 2026; up 77% year over year
Diluted EPS $0.49 Quarter ended March 31, 2026; up 88% vs. prior-year quarter
Operating revenues $2,294.9 million Quarter ended March 31, 2026; 9% higher than quarter ended March 31, 2025
Operating income $323.3 million Quarter ended March 31, 2026; 122% increase year over year
Adjusted diluted EPS $0.71 Non-GAAP, quarter ended March 31, 2026; up from $0.47 a year earlier
Assets under management (AUM) $1,682.1 billion Ending AUM at March 31, 2026; 9% above March 31, 2025
Long-term net flows $16.9 billion Quarter ended March 31, 2026; versus $(26.2) billion a year earlier
Share repurchases $57.1 million 2.3 million shares repurchased during quarter ended March 31, 2026
Adjusted operating income financial
"Adjusted operating income2 was $474.6 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2026"
Adjusted operating income is a company's profit from its main activities, excluding certain one-time or unusual costs and gains. It helps investors see how well the business is performing in its normal operations, without distractions from rare events or expenses. This way, they get a clearer picture of the company’s true profitability.
Adjusted operating margin financial
"Adjusted operating margin2 was 27.1% for the quarter ended March 31, 2026"
Adjusted operating margin shows how much profit a company makes from its core business activities, after removing unusual or one-time costs and income. It helps investors see the company's true profitability by providing a clearer picture, similar to removing unexpected expenses to understand the regular performance. This metric is useful for comparing companies or tracking performance over time, as it highlights consistent earning power.
Consolidated investment products financial
"including the Company’s direct investments in consolidated investment products (“CIPs”), were $6.2 billion4"
Long-term net flows financial
"long-term net inflows, inclusive of $4.1 billion of long-term net outflows at Western"
Long-term net flows measure the amount of money moving into minus out of investment vehicles intended to be held for extended periods—like retirement or multi-year growth—over a given time. Think of it as the net traffic into a slow-moving savings pool: rising net flows signal growing investor confidence and provide steady buying pressure that can lift asset prices, while falling net flows can warn of weakening demand and potential selling pressure.
Deferred compensation plans financial
"Impact on compensation and benefits expense from gains and losses on investments related to deferred compensation plans"
Deferred compensation plans are arrangements where employees or executives agree to receive part of their pay at a later date instead of immediately, like putting a portion of a paycheck into a locked savings account to be paid out in the future. For investors, these plans matter because they create future payment obligations for the company and shape management's incentives and retention; large deferred payouts can affect a firm’s reported financial health and cash needs down the road.
Impairment of intangible assets financial
"Impairment of intangible assets | — | | | 24.4 | | | NM"
When a company decides an intangible asset—like a patent, trademark, or software—won't generate as much future benefit as it was originally recorded for, it writes down that asset’s recorded value. Think of it like discovering a collectible is damaged and lowering its resale estimate; the write-down shows up as a loss in the accounts, reducing reported profit and equity and signaling to investors that expected future cash flows from that asset have weakened.
Operating revenues $2,294.9 million +9% YoY
Net income attributable to Franklin Resources, Inc. $268.2 million +77% YoY
Diluted EPS $0.49 +88% YoY
Adjusted net income $384.5 million +51% YoY
Adjusted diluted EPS $0.71 +51% YoY
Ending AUM $1,682.1 billion +9% YoY
Understanding 8-K Material Events →
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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 28, 2026

FRANKLIN RESOURCES, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware001-0931813-2670991
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)
               
One Franklin Parkway, San Mateo, CA 94403
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (650) 312-2000

Not Applicable
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.10 per shareBENNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company    ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.  ☐ 



Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On April 28, 2026, Franklin Resources, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing the financial results for the Company’s second fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2026. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated herein by reference.

Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.

The Company also posted a second quarter earnings commentary on its internet website, available via investors.franklinresources.com.

The contents of the Company’s website referenced herein and in the exhibit are not incorporated into this Current Report on Form 8-K.
The information in these Items 2.02 and 7.01, including the exhibits hereto, (x) shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section and (y) shall not be incorporated by reference into any filing of the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission, whether made before or after the date hereof, regardless of any general incorporation language in such filings (unless the Company specifically states that the information or exhibits in this particular report with respect to Item 2.02 or Item 7.01, as the case may be, are incorporated by reference).

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)    Exhibits.

The exhibits listed on the Exhibit Index are incorporated herein by reference.


Exhibit Index
Exhibit No.Description
99.1 
Press Release dated April 28, 2026 issued by Franklin Resources, Inc. Announces Second Quarter Results
104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

FRANKLIN RESOURCES, INC.
Date:April 28, 2026/s/ Matthew Nicholls
Matthew Nicholls
Co-President, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer (Principal Financial Officer)
Date:April 28, 2026
/s/ Lindsey H. Oshita
Lindsey H. Oshita
Chief Accounting Officer (Principal Accounting Officer)

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EXHIBIT 99.1
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Contact:Franklin Resources, Inc.
Investor Relations: Selene Oh (650) 312-4091, selene.oh@franklintempleton.com
Media Relations: Jeaneen Terrio (212) 632-4005, jeaneen.terrio@franklintempleton.com
investors.franklinresources.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Franklin Resources, Inc. Announces Second Quarter Results

San Mateo, CA, April 28, 2026 – Franklin Resources, Inc. (the “Company”) [NYSE: BEN] today announced net income1 of $268.2 million or $0.49 per diluted share for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, as compared to $255.5 million or $0.46 per diluted share for the previous quarter, and $151.4 million or $0.26 per diluted share for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. Operating income was $323.3 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, as compared to $281.0 million for the previous quarter and $145.6 million for the prior year.

As supplemental information, the Company is providing certain adjusted performance measures which are based on methodologies other than generally accepted accounting principles. Adjusted net income2 was $384.5 million and adjusted diluted earnings per share2 was $0.71 for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, as compared to $378.4 million and $0.70 for the previous quarter, and $254.4 million and $0.47 for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. Adjusted operating income2 was $474.6 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, as compared to $437.3 million for the previous quarter and $377.2 million for the prior year.

“Franklin Templeton delivered another strong quarter, with $17 billion in long-term net inflows across public and private markets, reflecting the strength of our diversified global platform,” said Jenny Johnson, CEO of Franklin Resources, Inc. “We saw improved gross sales across all asset classes, and importantly, positive long-term net flows in every region, demonstrating the impact of our local client engagement and global reputation.

“In the second quarter, long-term inflows were $118 billion and, excluding reinvested distributions, increased 28% from prior quarter. We fundraised $14.3 billion in alternatives, including $13.2 billion in private market assets, which was diversified across alternative credit, secondary private equity, real estate and venture strategies. Fiscal year-to-date fundraising in private markets reached $22.7 billion. Strong momentum continued in public markets, highlighted by $9.5 billion in multi-asset net inflows, our 19th consecutive quarter of positive flows in that asset class.

“Our platform continues to scale across key growth areas. ETFs and Canvas reached record AUM, generating $4.5 billion and $5.3 billion in net inflows, respectively, with Canvas increasing 27% quarter over quarter. Investment performance remains competitive, supporting both client retention and organic growth, while we continue to manage expenses with discipline and invest in areas of opportunity.

“This quarter underscores the power of our multi-year strategy in action. While markets remain uncertain, our strategy is clear and we’re pleased to be ahead of plan. We are focused on delivering strong investment outcomes, deepening client relationships and continuing to evolve our capabilities to drive sustainable, long-term growth for our clients and shareholders.”

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Quarter Ended% ChangeQuarter Ended% Change
31-Mar-2631-Dec-25Qtr. vs. Qtr.31-Mar-25Year vs. Year
Financial Results
(in millions, except per share data)
Operating revenues$2,294.9 $2,327.1 (1%)$2,111.4 9%
Operating income
323.3 281.0 15%145.6 122%
Operating margin14.1%12.1%6.9%
Net income1
$268.2 $255.5 5%$151.4 77%
Diluted earnings per share
0.49 0.46 7%0.26 88%
As adjusted (non-GAAP):2
Adjusted operating income$474.6 $437.3 9%$377.2 26%
Adjusted operating margin27.1%25.0%23.4%
Adjusted net income$384.5 $378.4 2%$254.4 51%
Adjusted diluted earnings per share0.71 0.70 1%0.47 51%
Assets Under Management
(in billions)
Ending$1,682.1 $1,684.0 0%$1,540.6 9%
Average3
1,701.6 1,676.1 2%1,570.5 8%
Long-term net flows16.9 28.0 (26.2)

Total AUM was $1,682.1 billion at March 31, 2026, down $1.9 billion during the quarter due to the negative impact of $30.2 billion of net market change, distributions, and other, partially offset by $16.9 billion of long-term net inflows, inclusive of $4.1 billion of long-term net outflows at Western, and $11.4 billion of cash management net inflows. Long-term net inflows for the quarter include $3.2 billion of long-term reinvested distributions.

Cash and cash equivalents and investments were $5.1 billion and, including the Company’s direct investments in consolidated investment products (“CIPs”), were $6.2 billion4 at March 31, 2026. Total stockholders’ equity was $13.1 billion and the Company had 519.6 million shares of common stock outstanding at March 31, 2026. The Company repurchased 2.3 million shares of its common stock for a total cost of $57.1 million during the quarter ended March 31, 2026.

Conference Call Information

A written commentary on the results by Jenny Johnson, CEO; Daniel Gamba, Co-President and Chief Commercial Officer; and Matthew Nicholls, Co-President, CFO and COO; will be available via investors.franklinresources.com today at approximately 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.

Ms. Johnson and Messrs. Gamba and Nicholls will also lead a live teleconference today at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time to answer questions. Access to the teleconference will be available via investors.franklinresources.com or by dialing (+1) (877) 407-0989 in North America or (+1) (201) 389-0921 in other locations. A replay of the teleconference can also be accessed by calling (+1) (877) 660-6853 in North America or (+1) (201) 612-7415 in other locations using access code 13759733 after 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time on April 28, 2026 through May 5, 2026, or via investors.franklinresources.com.

Analysts and investors are encouraged to review the Company’s recent filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and to contact Investor Relations at investorrelations@franklintempleton.com before the live teleconference for any clarifications or questions related to the earnings release or written commentary.
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FRANKLIN RESOURCES, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
Unaudited
(in millions, except per share data)
Three Months Ended
March 31,
%
Change
Six Months Ended
March 31,
%
Change
2026202520262025
Operating Revenues
Investment management fees$1,819.3 $1,673.6 9%$3,667.2 $3,472.9 6%
Sales and distribution fees396.6 364.9 9%785.3 740.4 6%
Shareholder servicing fees69.0 61.9 11%139.9 125.4 12%
Other10.0 11.0 (9%)29.6 24.3 22%
Total operating revenues2,294.9 2,111.4 9%4,622.0 4,363.0 6%
Operating Expenses
Compensation and benefits964.7 920.0 5%1,995.4 1,911.4 4%
Sales, distribution and marketing544.0 498.1 9%1,084.9 1,010.4 7%
Information systems and technology157.6 158.7 (1%)314.6 314.7 0%
Occupancy67.1 69.3 (3%)133.9 144.4 (7%)
Amortization of intangible assets50.6 112.5 (55%)105.7 225.1 (53%)
Impairment of intangible assets
— 24.4 NM— 24.4 NM
General, administrative and other187.6 182.8 3%383.2 368.0 4%
Total operating expenses1,971.6 1,965.8 0%4,017.7 3,998.4 0%
Operating Income323.3 145.6 122%604.3 364.6 66%
Other Income (Expenses)
Investment and other income, net56.0 94.1 (40%)136.3 104.6 30%
Interest expense
(19.9)(20.8)(4%)(40.3)(43.9)(8%)
Investment and other income (losses) of consolidated investment products, net96.5 (164.7)NM221.4 (50.6)NM
Expenses of consolidated investment products
(10.2)(11.5)(11%)(24.2)(18.8)29%
Other income (expenses), net122.4 (102.9)NM293.2 (8.7)NM
Income before taxes 445.7 42.7 944%897.5 355.9 152%
Taxes on income99.1 31.1 219%204.1 112.2 82%
Net income 346.6 11.6 NM693.4 243.7 185%
Less: net income (loss) attributable to
Redeemable noncontrolling interests23.9 (158.4)NM63.6 (108.8)NM
Nonredeemable noncontrolling interests54.5 18.6 NM106.1 37.5 NM
Net Income Attributable to Franklin Resources, Inc.$268.2 $151.4 77%$523.7 $315.0 66%
Earnings per Share
Basic$0.49 $0.26 88%$0.95 $0.55 73%
Diluted0.49 0.26 88%0.95 0.55 73%
Dividends Declared per Share$0.33 $0.32 3%$0.66 $0.64 3%
Average Shares Outstanding
Basic517.5 519.1 0%517.5 518.3 0%
Diluted518.2 519.9 0%518.3 519.0 0%
Operating Margin14.1%6.9%13.1%8.4%
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FRANKLIN RESOURCES, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
Unaudited
(in millions, except per share data)Three Months Ended%
Change
Three Months Ended
31-Mar-2631-Dec-2530-Sep-2530-Jun-2531-Mar-25
Operating Revenues
Investment management fees$1,819.3 $1,847.9 

(2%)$1,868.1 $1,640.8 $1,673.6 
Sales and distribution fees396.6 388.7 2%382.4 351.9 364.9 
Shareholder servicing fees69.0 70.9 (3%)79.2 59.9 61.9 
Other10.0 19.6 (49%)14.0 11.4 11.0 
Total operating revenues2,294.9 2,327.1 (1%)2,343.7 2,064.0 2,111.4 
Operating Expenses
Compensation and benefits964.7 1,030.7 (6%)1,005.7 901.1 920.0 
Sales, distribution and marketing544.0 540.9 1%519.8 480.7 498.1 
Information systems and technology157.6 157.0 0%166.2 162.7 158.7 
Occupancy67.1 66.8 0%72.4 69.5 69.3 
Amortization of intangible assets50.6 55.1 (8%)69.2 112.2 112.5 
Impairment of intangible assets
— — NM202.2 — 24.4 
General, administrative and other187.6 195.6 (4%)222.8 183.7 182.8 
Total operating expenses1,971.6 2,046.1 (4%)2,258.3 1,909.9 1,965.8 
Operating Income
323.3 281.0 15%85.4 154.1 145.6 
Other Income (Expenses)
Investment and other income, net56.0 80.3 (30%)84.8 23.4 94.1 
Interest expense(19.9)(20.4)(2%)(25.2)(25.8)(20.8)
Investment and other income (losses) of consolidated investment products, net96.5 124.9 (23%)123.1 35.9 (164.7)
Expenses of consolidated investment products
(10.2)(14.0)(27%)(13.8)(11.0)(11.5)
Other income (expenses), net122.4 170.8 (28%)168.9 22.5 (102.9)
Income before taxes
445.7 451.8 (1%)254.3 176.6 42.7 
Taxes on income99.1 105.0 (6%)65.8 59.9 31.1 
Net income
346.6 346.8 0%188.5 116.7 11.6 
Less: net income (loss) attributable to
Redeemable noncontrolling interests23.9 39.7 (40%)36.1 20.0 (158.4)
Nonredeemable noncontrolling interests54.5 51.6 6%34.8 4.4 18.6 
Net Income Attributable to Franklin Resources, Inc.$268.2 $255.5 5%$117.6 $92.3 $151.4 
Earnings per Share
Basic$0.49 $0.46 7%$0.21 $0.15 $0.26 
Diluted0.49 0.46 7%0.21 0.15 0.26 
Dividends Declared per Share$0.33 $0.33 0%$0.32 $0.32 $0.32 
Average Shares Outstanding
Basic517.5 517.5 0%514.5 515.7 519.1 
Diluted518.2 518.3 0%515.4 516.5 519.9 
Operating Margin14.1 %12.1 %3.6 %7.5 %6.9 %
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AUM AND FLOWS
(in billions)
Three Months Ended
March 31,
Six Months Ended
March 31,
2026 5
2025
2026 5
2025
Beginning AUM$1,684.0 $1,575.7 $1,661.2 $1,678.6 
Long-term inflows118.2 86.8 236.8 183.7 
Long-term outflows(101.3)(113.0)(191.9)(259.9)
Long-term net flows16.9 (26.2)44.9 (76.2)
Cash management net flows11.4 2.7 10.2 2.7 
Total net flows 28.3 (23.5)55.1 (73.5)
Acquisition
— — 6.1 — 
Net market change, distributions and other 6
(30.2)(11.6)(40.3)(64.5)
Ending AUM$1,682.1 $1,540.6 $1,682.1 $1,540.6 
Average AUM$1,701.6 $1,570.5 $1,689.6 $1,606.3 

AUM BY ASSET CLASS
(in billions)31-Mar-2631-Dec-25% Change30-Sep-2530-Jun-2531-Mar-25
Equity
$669.7 $697.2 (4%)$686.2 $656.6 $598.1 
Fixed Income434.3 437.7 (1%)438.7 441.7 446.0 
Alternative282.8 273.8 3%263.9 258.4 251.8 
Multi-Asset207.5 198.8 4%193.9 183.2 175.8 
Cash Management87.8 76.5 15%78.5 71.9 68.9 
Total AUM$1,682.1 $1,684.0 0%$1,661.2 $1,611.8 $1,540.6 
Average AUM for the Three-Month Period$1,701.6 $1,676.1 2%$1,633.7 $1,565.2 $1,570.5 

AUM BY SALES REGION
(in billions)31-Mar-2631-Dec-25% Change30-Sep-2530-Jun-2531-Mar-25
United States 7
$1,187.5 $1,195.7 1%$1,171.5 $1,114.9 $1,071.3 
International
Europe, Middle East and Africa
217.4 212.8 8%201.4 193.9 183.3 
Asia-Pacific 8
180.1 181.6 0%179.5 182.6 171.0 
Americas, excl. U.S. 7
97.1 93.9 (11%)108.8 120.4 115.0 
Total international494.6 488.3 1%489.7 496.9 469.3 
Total$1,682.1 $1,684.0 1%$1,661.2 $1,611.8 $1,540.6 
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AUM AND FLOWS BY ASSET CLASS

(in billions)
for the three months ended
March 31, 2026
Equity
Fixed
Income
Alternative 5
Multi-Asset
Cash
Management
Total
AUM at January 1, 2026$697.2 $437.7 $273.8 $198.8 $76.5 $1,684.0 
Long-term inflows
53.6 31.9 14.3 18.4 — 118.2 
Long-term outflows
(58.3)(32.2)(1.9)(8.9)— (101.3)
Long-term net flows(4.7)(0.3)12.4 9.5 — 16.9 
Cash management net flows
— — — — 11.4 11.4 
Total net flows
(4.7)(0.3)12.4 9.5 11.4 28.3 
Net market change, distributions and other 6
(22.8)(3.1)(3.4)(0.8)(0.1)(30.2)
AUM at March 31, 2026$669.7 $434.3 $282.8 $207.5 $87.8 $1,682.1 

(in billions)
for the three months ended
December 31, 2025		EquityFixed
Income
Alternative 5
Multi-Asset
Cash
Management
Total
AUM at October 1, 2025$686.2 $438.7 $263.9 $193.9 $78.5 $1,661.2 
Long-term inflows
61.1 33.5 10.8 13.2 — 118.6 
Long-term outflows
(41.3)(35.9)(4.2)(9.2)— (90.6)
Long-term net flows19.8 (2.4)6.6 4.0 — 28.0 
Cash management net flows
— — — — (1.2)(1.2)
Total net flows
19.8 (2.4)6.6 4.0 (1.2)26.8 
Acquisition
— — 6.1 — — 6.1 
Net market change, distributions and other 6
(8.8)1.4 (2.8)0.9 (0.8)(10.1)
AUM at December 31, 2025$697.2 $437.7 $273.8 $198.8 $76.5 $1,684.0 

(in billions)
for the three months ended
March 31, 2025		EquityFixed
Income
Alternative
Multi-AssetCash
Management		Total
AUM at January 1, 2025$620.0 $469.5 $248.8 $174.0 $63.4 $1,575.7 
Long-term inflows
38.9 26.5 8.5 12.9 — 86.8 
Long-term outflows
(44.3)(57.0)(2.1)(9.6)— (113.0)
Long-term net flows(5.4)(30.5)6.4 3.3 — (26.2)
Cash management net flows
— — — — 2.7 2.7 
Total net flows
(5.4)(30.5)6.4 3.3 2.7 (23.5)
Net market change, distributions and other 6
(16.5)7.0 (3.4)(1.5)2.8 (11.6)
AUM at March 31, 2025$598.1 $446.0 $251.8 $175.8 $68.9 $1,540.6 

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Supplemental Non-GAAP Financial Measures
As supplemental information, we are providing performance measures for “adjusted operating income,” “adjusted operating margin,” “adjusted net income” and “adjusted diluted earnings per share,” each of which is based on methodologies other than generally accepted accounting principles (“non-GAAP measures”). Management believes these non-GAAP measures are useful indicators of our financial performance and may be helpful to investors in evaluating our relative performance against industry peers.
“Adjusted operating income,” “adjusted operating margin,” “adjusted net income” and “adjusted diluted earnings per share” are defined below, followed by reconciliations of operating income, operating margin, net income attributable to Franklin Resources, Inc. and diluted earnings per share on a U.S. GAAP basis to these non-GAAP measures. Non-GAAP measures should not be considered in isolation from, or as substitutes for, any financial information prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP, and may not be comparable to other similarly titled measures of other companies. Additional reconciling items may be added in the future to these non-GAAP measures if deemed appropriate.
Adjusted Operating Income
We define adjusted operating income as operating income adjusted to exclude the following:
•Elimination of operating revenues upon consolidation of investment products.
•Acquisition-related items:
◦Acquisition-related retention compensation.
◦Other acquisition-related expenses including professional fees, technology costs and fair value adjustments related to contingent consideration assets and liabilities.
◦Amortization of intangible assets.
◦Impairment of intangible assets and goodwill, if any.
•Special termination benefits and other expenses related to workforce optimization initiatives related to past acquisitions and certain initiatives undertaken by the Company.
•Impact on compensation and benefits expense from gains and losses on investments related to deferred compensation plans, which is offset in investment and other income (losses), net.
•Impact on compensation and benefits expense related to minority interests in certain subsidiaries, which is offset in net income (loss) attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interests.
Adjusted Operating Margin
We calculate adjusted operating margin as adjusted operating income divided by adjusted operating revenues. We define adjusted operating revenues as operating revenues adjusted to exclude the following:
•Elimination of operating revenues upon consolidation of investment products.
•Acquisition-related performance-based investment management fees which are passed through as compensation and benefits expense.
•Sales and distribution fees and a portion of investment management fees allocated to cover sales, distribution and marketing expenses paid to the financial advisers and other intermediaries who sell our funds on our behalf.
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Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share
We define adjusted net income as net income attributable to Franklin Resources, Inc. adjusted to exclude the following:
•Activities of CIPs.
•Acquisition-related items:
◦Acquisition-related retention compensation.
◦Other acquisition-related expenses including professional fees, technology costs and fair value adjustments related to contingent consideration assets and liabilities.
◦Amortization of intangible assets.
◦Impairment of intangible assets and goodwill, if any.
◦Interest expense for amortization of debt premium from acquisition-date fair value adjustment.
•Special termination benefits and other expenses related to workforce optimization initiatives related to past acquisitions and certain initiatives undertaken by the Company.
•Net gains or losses on investments related to deferred compensation plans which are not offset by compensation and benefits expense.
•Net compensation and benefits expense related to minority interests in certain subsidiaries not offset by net income (loss) attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interests.
•Unrealized investment gains and losses.
•Net income tax expense of the above adjustments based on the respective blended rates applicable to the adjustments.
We define adjusted diluted earnings per share as diluted earnings per share adjusted to exclude the per share impacts of the adjustments applied to net income in calculating adjusted net income.

In calculating our non-GAAP measures, we adjust for the impact of CIPs because it is not considered reflective of our underlying results of operations. Acquisition-related items and special termination benefits are excluded to facilitate comparability to other asset management firms. We adjust for compensation and benefits expense related to funded deferred compensation plans because it is partially offset in other income (expense), net. We adjust for compensation and benefits expense and net income (loss) attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interests to reflect the economics of certain profits interest arrangements. Sales and distribution fees and a portion of investment management fees generally cover sales, distribution and marketing expenses and, therefore, are excluded from adjusted operating revenues. In addition, when calculating adjusted net income and adjusted diluted earnings per share we exclude unrealized investment gains and losses included in investment and other income (losses) because the related investments are generally expected to be held long term.
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The calculations of adjusted operating income, adjusted operating margin, adjusted net income and adjusted diluted earnings per share are as follows:
(in millions)Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
31-Mar-2631-Dec-2531-Mar-2531-Mar-2631-Mar-25
Operating income
$323.3 $281.0 $145.6 $604.3 $364.6 
Add (subtract):
Elimination of operating revenues upon consolidation of investment products*
15.5 16.0 13.1 31.5 25.6 
Acquisition-related retention
30.4 35.7 34.7 66.1 80.5 
Compensation and benefits expense from gains on deferred compensation, net3.8 13.6 3.6 17.4 4.5 
Other acquisition-related expenses5.2 5.8 10.7 11.0 20.1 
Amortization of intangible assets
50.6 55.1 112.5 105.7 225.1 
Impairment of intangible assets
— — 24.4 — 24.4 
Special termination benefits
30.2 16.0 17.4 46.2 17.8 
Compensation and benefits expense related to minority interests in certain subsidiaries15.6 14.1 15.2 29.7 27.4 
Adjusted operating income$474.6 $437.3 $377.2 $911.9 $790.0 
Total operating revenues$2,294.9 $2,327.1 $2,111.4 $4,622.0 $4,363.0 
Add (subtract):
Acquisition-related pass through performance fees
(13.9)(55.0)(16.2)(68.9)(85.3)
Sales and distribution fees
(396.6)(388.7)(364.9)(785.3)(740.4)
Allocation of investment management fees for sales, distribution and marketing expenses
(147.4)(152.2)(133.2)(299.6)(270.0)
Elimination of operating revenues upon consolidation of investment products*
15.5 16.0 13.1 31.5 25.6 
Adjusted operating revenues$1,752.5 $1,747.2 $1,610.2 $3,499.7 $3,292.9 
Operating margin
14.1 %12.1 %6.9 %13.1 %8.4 %
Adjusted operating margin
27.1 %25.0 %23.4 %26.1 %24.0 %
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(in millions, except per share data)Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
31-Mar-2631-Dec-2531-Mar-2531-Mar-2631-Mar-25
Net income attributable to Franklin Resources, Inc.
$268.2 $255.5 $151.4 $523.7 $315.0 
Add (subtract):
Net (income) loss of consolidated investment products*
(0.6)0.7 (8.3)0.1 (4.1)
Acquisition-related retention
30.4 35.7 34.7 66.1 80.5 
Other acquisition-related expenses10.1 7.5 13.1 17.6 25.8 
Amortization of intangible assets
50.6 55.1 112.5 105.7 225.1 
Impairment of intangible assets
— — 24.4 — 24.4 
Special termination benefits
30.2 16.0 17.4 46.2 17.8 
Net (gains) losses on deferred compensation plan investments not offset by compensation and benefits expense
(5.0)3.5 (1.1)(1.5)0.2 
Unrealized investment (gains) losses
32.7 20.2 (42.9)52.9 (11.4)
Interest expense for amortization of debt premium
(4.4)(5.0)(5.0)(9.4)(9.9)
Net compensation and benefits expense related to minority interests in certain subsidiaries not offset by net income attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interests
9.0 7.4 7.4 16.4 11.5 
Net income tax expense of adjustments(36.7)(18.2)(49.2)(54.9)(100.0)
Adjusted net income$384.5 $378.4 $254.4 $762.9 $574.9 
Diluted earnings per share
$0.49 $0.46 $0.26 $0.95 $0.55 
Adjusted diluted earnings per share
0.71 0.70 0.47 1.41 1.06 
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*    The impact of CIPs is summarized as follows:
(in millions)Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
31-Mar-2631-Dec-2531-Mar-2531-Mar-2631-Mar-25
Elimination of operating revenues upon consolidation
$(15.5)$(16.0)$(13.1)$(31.5)$(25.6)
Other income, net
76.2 74.8 (129.8)151.0 (68.3)
Less: income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests60.1 59.5 (151.2)119.6 (98.0)
Net income (loss)$0.6 $(0.7)$8.3 $(0.1)$4.1 
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Notes
1.Net income represents net income attributable to Franklin Resources, Inc.
2.“Adjusted net income,” “adjusted diluted earnings per share,” “adjusted operating income” and “adjusted operating margin” are based on methodologies other than generally accepted accounting principles. See “Supplemental Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for definitions and reconciliations of these measures.
3.Average AUM is calculated as the average of the month-end AUM for the trailing four months.
4.Includes our direct investments in CIPs of $1.1 billion, approximately $385 million of employee-owned and other third-party investments made through partnerships, approximately $419 million of investments that are subject to long-term repurchase agreements and other net financing arrangements, and approximately $397 million of cash and investments related to deferred compensation plans.
5.Beginning in fiscal year 2026, non-fee generating uncalled capital commitments, which were previously included in net market change, distributions, and other, are reflected in long-term inflows in the period the capital is committed.
6.Net market change, distributions and other includes appreciation (depreciation), distributions to investors that represent return on investments and return of capital, and foreign exchange revaluation.
7.Effective in fiscal year 2026, Cayman-domiciled money market fund assets are included in United States reflecting the underlying investor base. This change resulted in an 11% reduction of AUM in the Americas, excluding U.S.
8.Effective January 1, 2026, Asia-Pacific includes India. Prior periods have been revised to reflect the current presentation.

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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, 2025 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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FAQ

How did Franklin Resources (BEN) perform financially in the quarter ended March 31, 2026?

Franklin Resources reported net income attributable to the company of $268.2 million and diluted EPS of $0.49. Operating revenues reached $2.29 billion, up 9% year over year, and operating income rose to $323.3 million, significantly improving overall profitability.

What were Franklin Resources’ non-GAAP results for the second fiscal quarter 2026?

On a non-GAAP basis, Franklin Resources reported adjusted net income of $384.5 million and adjusted diluted EPS of $0.71. Adjusted operating income was $474.6 million with an adjusted operating margin of 27.1%, reflecting stronger underlying operating performance.

What was Franklin Resources’ assets under management (AUM) at March 31, 2026?

Franklin Resources ended the quarter with total assets under management of $1,682.1 billion. This represented a 9% increase versus $1,540.6 billion a year earlier, supported by positive long-term net flows and additional cash management inflows.

Did Franklin Resources (BEN) generate positive net flows in the quarter?

Yes. Franklin Resources reported long-term net inflows of $16.9 billion and cash management net inflows of $11.4 billion. Total net flows were $28.3 billion, compared with net outflows of $23.5 billion in the same quarter of the prior year.

How did Franklin Resources’ operating margin change compared with the prior year?

The company’s operating margin improved to 14.1% in the quarter ended March 31, 2026, from 6.9% a year earlier. On an adjusted basis, the adjusted operating margin increased to 27.1% from 23.4%, indicating more efficient operations.

What capital return actions did Franklin Resources take during the quarter?

Franklin Resources repurchased 2.3 million shares of its common stock for a total cost of $57.1 million. The company also declared quarterly dividends per share of $0.33, modestly higher than $0.32 in the comparable prior-year quarter.

How did fee-based revenues evolve for Franklin Resources year over year?

Key fee streams rose year over year: investment management fees increased to $1,819.3 million, up 9%, and sales and distribution fees climbed to $396.6 million, also up 9%. Shareholder servicing fees grew 11% to $69.0 million.

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