Franklin Resources Inc (BEN)

Currency in USD
27.20
+0.29(+1.08%)
Closed·
27.200.00(0.00%)
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High dividend Yield
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Fair Value
Day's Range
26.8427.49
52 wk Range
16.2527.94
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
26.91
Open
27.26
Day's Range
26.84-27.49
52 wk Range
16.25-27.94
Volume
4.86M
Average Volume (3m)
4.89M
1-Year Change
32.103%
Book Value / Share
23.27
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
27.18
Downside
-0.07%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
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ProTips
6 analysts have revised their earnings downwards for the upcoming period

Franklin Resources Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Neutral
Technical Indicators
Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Buy

Franklin Resources Company Profile

Franklin Resources, Inc. is a publicly owned asset investment manager. Through its subsidiaries, the firm provides its services to individuals, institutions, pension plans, trusts, and partnerships. It launches equity, fixed income, balanced, and multi-asset mutual funds through its subsidiaries. The firm invests in the public equity, fixed income, and alternative markets. Franklin Resources, Inc. was founded in 1947 and is based in San Mateo, California with an additional office in Calgary, Alberta; Dubai, United Arab Emirates; Edinburgh, Midlothian; Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Hyderabad, India; London, Greater London; Rancho Cordova, California; Shanghai, Shanghai Province; Singapore; Stamford, Connecticut; and Vienna.

Franklin Resources Inc SWOT Analysis


Strategic Shifts
Explore Franklin Resources' bold moves into private markets and alternative investments, reshaping its portfolio amidst industry challenges
Financial Resilience
Delve into BEN's robust 7.38% revenue growth and 45-year dividend streak, showcasing its ability to navigate market turbulence
Analyst Perspectives
Discover varied analyst outlooks on BEN, with price targets ranging from $17 to $23, reflecting the company's complex market position
Future Prospects
Learn about BEN's ambitious plans to improve operating margins and expand its alternative assets under management in the private wealth secto
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Franklin Resources Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • Franklin Resources reported Q1 2026 EPS of $0.70 (27.27% above forecast) and revenue of $2.37 billion (38.6% above expectations), driving a 0.85% pre-market stock increase to $26.10.
  • Assets under management reached $1.68 trillion with record long-term inflows of $118.6 billion, representing a 40% quarter-over-quarter and 22% year-over-year increase.
  • The company launched innovative products including an AI-driven distribution platform, contributing to substantial growth in alternative assets and diversified investment solutions.
  • Management provided guidance targeting 30%+ operating margins by fiscal 2027 and signaled potential M&A activity in alternatives and high-net-worth segments.
  • CEO Jenny Johnson emphasized shifting client expectations toward portfolio construction partnerships across public and private markets, while CFO Matt Nicholls highlighted financial discipline.
Last Updated: 30/01/2026, 17:36
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P/E Ratio
25.2x18.4x10.1x
PEG Ratio
0.380.090.03
Price/Book
1.2x2.7x1.0x
Price / LTM Sales
1.6x2.4x2.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
0.3%8.8%11.5%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

3 Buy
4 Hold
4 Sell
Ratings:
11 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 27.18
(-0.07% Downside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Evercore ISI
Sell28.00+2.94%-Maintain05/02/2026
Morgan Stanley
Sell22.00-19.12%21.00Maintain03/02/2026
Deutsche Bank
Hold27.00-0.74%25.00Maintain02/02/2026
Barclays
Sell25.00-8.09%22.00Maintain15/01/2026
BMO Capital
Buy28.00+2.94%26.00Maintain13/01/2026

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 1.08%
Dividend Yield
4.91%
Industry Median 2.01%
Annualised payout
1.32
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+3.43%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Jan 30, 2026
EPS / Forecast
0.70 / 0.55
Revenue / Forecast
2.37B / 1.71B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

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FAQ

What Is the Franklin Resources (BEN) Share Price Today?

The live Franklin Resources share price today is 27.20

What Stock Exchange Does Franklin Resources (BEN) Trade On?

Franklin Resources is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Ticker (Stock Symbol) for Franklin Resources?

The stock symbol (also called a 'ticker') for Franklin Resources is "BEN."

Does Franklin Resources Pay Dividends? What’s The Current BEN Dividend Yield?

Yes, BEN Pays Dividends to its Shareholders. The current Franklin Resources dividend yield is 4.91%.

What Is the Current Franklin Resources Market Cap?

As of today, Franklin Resources market capitalisation is 14.22B.

What Is Franklin Resources's (BEN) Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Franklin Resources EPS is currently 1.08 (Trailing Twelve Months).

When Is the Next Franklin Resources Earnings Date?

Franklin Resources's next earnings report will be released on 03 May 2026.

Is BEN a Buy or Sell From a Technical Analyst Perspective?

Based on today's Franklin Resources moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has Franklin Resources Stock Split?

Franklin Resources has split 14 times. (See the BEN stock split history page for full effective split date and price information.)

How Many Employees Does Franklin Resources Have?

Franklin Resources has 9900 employees.

What is the current trading status of Franklin Resources (BEN)?

As of 06 Feb 2026, Franklin Resources (BEN) is trading at a price of 27.20, with a previous close of 26.91. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 26.84 to 27.49, while its 52-week range spans from 16.25 to 27.94.

What Is Franklin Resources (BEN) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Franklin Resources is USD27.18, with a high estimate of USD36 and a low estimate of USD22. 3 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 4 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an -0.07% Downside potential.

What Is the BEN Premarket Price?

BEN's last pre-market stock price is 27.25. The pre-market share volume is 920.00, and the stock has decreased by 0.34, or 1.26%.
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