Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE:BEN) is included among the 12 Best Dividend Stocks with Yields Above 4%.
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Franklin Resources, Inc. manages investment portfolios across a wide spectrum of asset classes, including equities, fixed income, alternatives, multi-asset solutions, and cash management. The company’s business model relies on management fees based on total assets under management (AUM), which reached $1.61 trillion as of Q3 FY2025.
Franklin Resources, Inc. continues to invest in strategies aimed at long-term earnings-per-share growth. Over the past year, the company completed two acquisitions, made four strategic investments, and engaged in active share repurchases. Notably, the company has been expanding into alternative investments to create a new growth avenue, with key ventures including Legg Mason, Lexington Partners, and Alcentra.
Several factors give Franklin Resources, Inc. an edge. Its brand recognition, built over more than 70 years, reflects deep expertise and established investment capabilities. The company’s substantial AUM allows it to offer diverse investment opportunities and benefit from economies of scale.
Franklin Resources, Inc. also boasts a strong dividend track record. It is just one year shy of becoming a Dividend King, having increased its dividend for 49 consecutive years, making it a standout choice for income-focused investors. The company’s quarterly dividend sits at $0.32 per share for a dividend yield of 5.65%, as of October 12.
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