Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE:BEN) is included among the 11 Low PE High Dividend Stocks to Buy According to Analysts.
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Franklin Resources, Inc. operates as a holding company that provides investment management and related financial services through several well-known brands. The firm has recently drawn attention from analysts, who see a potential upside of around 13% in the stock.
On October 3, BMO Capital Markets recently began coverage of Franklin Resources, Inc. with an Outperform rating and a $26 price target, citing the company’s strong core business and growing alternatives platform as key strengths. The firm noted that Franklin’s net flows outside of Western Asset Management (WAM) have been robust, and fundraising activity at Lexington continues to show solid momentum.
Along with its business fundamentals, Franklin Resources, Inc.’s dividend performance remains a major highlight. The company has increased its dividend for 49 consecutive years, making it one of the more reliable dividend payers in the sector.
In addition, on October 3, Franklin Resources, Inc. reported preliminary month-end assets under management (AUM) of $1.66 trillion as of September 30, 2025, up from $1.64 trillion at the end of August. The monthly change reflected favorable market conditions, partially offset by long-term net outflows of $11 billion, which included $13 billion in outflows from WAM. Excluding that unit, the firm recorded $2 billion in long-term net inflows.
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