Franklin's AUM Expansion: Can Diversification Support Growth Momentum?

Can BEN sustain AUM growth as diversification, strong inflows and digital-asset expansion drive its record $1.79 trillion AUM as of June 30, 2026? Let us discuss.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 11, 2026

2 Top-Ranked High-Flying Non-AI Bigwigs to Buy at Lucrative Valuation

CNC and BEN have surged 61.7% and 40.3%, respectively, year to date, while disciplined execution and attractive valuations support their outlook.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 11, 2026

Franklin Resources: A Better Business At A Higher Price

I rated Franklin Resources, Inc. a Hold at $25 last July and got it wrong: the diversification effort produced margin expansion, not just slower outflows. Private markets money comes in at 65 basis points against 37.9 firm-wide, which is why the blended fee rate hasn't fallen even though mutual fund fees have for years. Franklin sells mostly through advisors and platforms. ETFs, retail SMAs and Canvas serve to keep assets in-house when an advisor changes wrappers. Equity flows turned positive at $2B this quarter.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 10, 2026

Franklin Resources (BEN) Upgraded to Strong Buy: Here's What You Should Know

Franklin Resources (BEN) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 5, 2026

Franklin Resources, Inc. Announces Preliminary Month-End Assets Under Management

SAN MATEO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Franklin Resources, Inc. (Franklin Templeton) (NYSE: BEN) today reported preliminary month-end assets under management (AUM) of $1.80 trillion at July 31, 2026, compared to $1.79 trillion at June 30, 2026. This month's increase in preliminary AUM reflected long-term net inflows of $6 billion and the positive impact of markets. By Asset Class:   (In USD billions)   Preliminary   31-Jul-26 30-Jun-26 31-Mar-26 31-Dec-25 31-Jul-25 Equity   $758.4 $756.9 $669.7 $6.

Business Wire • Aug 5, 2026

Franklin Templeton Expands Global Client Group Leadership to Accelerate Next Phase of Growth

SAN MATEO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Franklin Templeton, a global investment leader, today announced the continued expansion of its Global Client Group leadership team with the appointments of Elizabeth “Liz” Hogbin as Head of Global Product and Rene Buehlmann as Head of Asia Pacific, as well as the transition of Patrick O'Connor from Head of Global ETFs to Vice Chairman of the Global Client Group. These leadership changes are intended to build on Franklin Templeton's improving business performa.

Business Wire • Aug 5, 2026

Franklin Resources, Inc. Announces Pricing of Notes Offering

SAN MATEO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Franklin Resources, Inc. (“Franklin Templeton”) (NYSE: BEN) today announced the pricing of its underwritten public offering of $750 million aggregate principal amount of its 5.500% Notes due 2036 (the “Notes”) at an issue price of 99.137%. The offering is expected to close on August 10, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. BofA Securities, Inc., HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. and Wells Fargo Securities, LLC are acting as bookrunners and representatives.

Business Wire • Aug 5, 2026

Franklin Resources (BEN) is a Great Momentum Stock: Should You Buy?

Does Franklin Resources (BEN) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 4, 2026

BEN vs. APO: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

Investors interested in stocks from the Financial - Investment Management sector have probably already heard of Franklin Resources (BEN) and Apollo Global Management Inc. (APO). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 4, 2026

Franklin Q3 Earnings Call Puts Margin Expansion Ahead of Plan

BEN is pulling forward its 30% margin goal as private markets fundraising, integrated credit and AI adoption gain traction.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 3, 2026