Franklin Resources, Inc. (BEN)
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- symbol BEN
- Rev/Share 17.0941
- Book/Share 27.8114
- PB 1.16
- Debt/Equity 1.1706
- CurrentRatio 3.4151
- ROIC 0.0154
- MktCap 14164765786.0
- FreeCF/Share 1.6879
- PFCF 16.2161
- PE 22.821
- Debt/Assets 0.4364
- DivYield 0.0474
- ROE 0.0506
- Rating B+
- Score 3
- Recommendation Neutral
- P/E Score 1
- DCF Score 4
- P/B Score 3
- D/E Score 4
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initiation | BEN | BMO Capital Markets | -- | Outperform | -- | $26 | Oct. 3, 2025 |
| Upgrade | BEN | Goldman | Neutral | Buy | -- | $29 | June 27, 2025 |
| Upgrade | BEN | TD Cowen | Hold | Buy | -- | $27 | May 14, 2025 |
| Upgrade | BEN | Goldman | Sell | Neutral | $21 | $22 | Jan. 6, 2025 |
| Initiation | BEN | Wells Fargo | -- | Equal Weight | -- | $20 | Sept. 12, 2024 |
| Initiation | BEN | Barclays | -- | Underweight | -- | $20 | Aug. 27, 2024 |
News
BEN's January AUM Rises 1.3% Sequentially: What's Driving Growth?
Published: February 06, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Franklin Resources, Inc. BEN reported preliminary assets under management (AUM) of $1.71 trillion as of Jan. 31, 2026, reflecting a 1.3% increase from the prior month. The rise was primarily driven by the positive impact of markets and long-term net inflows of $1.5 billion, inclusive of approximately $1.5 billion of long-term net outflows at Western Asset Management.
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Why Franklin Resources (BEN) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term
Published: February 04, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Why Franklin Resources (BEN) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term
Published: February 03, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Franklin Resources: Don't Mistake A Bull Market For An Improved Business
Published: February 02, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Franklin Resources remains a structurally challenged asset manager, facing persistent fee compression and unsteady AUM. BEN's Q1 earnings showed modest AUM growth and revenue increases, but base fee rates declined 3.4% year-over-year, highlighting ongoing margin pressure. The nearly 5% dividend yield doesn't seem secure, as dividends have exceeded GAAP earnings since 2023 and long-term EPS growth is minimal.
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Franklin Stock Rises 1.7% as Q1 Earnings Beat, AUM Rises Sequentially
Published: January 30, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
BEN stock gains 1.7% after Q1 earnings beat estimates, driven by higher revenues and a sequential rise in assets under management.
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Franklin Resources (BEN) Q1 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates
Published: January 30, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Franklin Resources (BEN) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended December 2025, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.
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Franklin Resources (BEN) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates
Published: January 30, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Franklin Resources (BEN) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.7 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.55 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.59 per share a year ago.
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Franklin Q1 Earnings Coming Up: Here's What to Expect From the Stock
Published: January 28, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
BEN's Q1 results, scheduled to report on Jan. 30, are likely to see revenue pressure, while past earnings strength and strategic moves offer support.
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Analysts Estimate Franklin Resources (BEN) to Report a Decline in Earnings: What to Look Out for
Published: January 23, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Franklin Resources (BEN) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
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Why Franklin Resources (BEN) is a Great Dividend Stock Right Now
Published: January 16, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Franklin Resources (BEN) have what it takes?
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Here's 7 Ideal "Safer" January Dividend Dogs In The S&P500
Published: January 14, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Seven S&P 500 high-yield 'safer' dividend stocks—like Ford, AT&T, and VICI—offer strong payouts supported by free cash flow and attractive valuations. Analyst projections indicate 22.78% to 36.88% net gains for the top ten S&P 500 dividend dogs by January 2027, with average risk 16% below the market. Nine of the top ten S&P 500 dividend dogs already meet the ideal of annual dividends from $1K invested exceeding their share price, signaling fair or undervalued entry points.
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Franklin's December AUM Balance Rises Sequentially on Net Inflows
Published: January 07, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
BEN's December AUM rose to $1.68T, fueled by $28B in net inflows, with gains across equity, fixed income, and alternative assets.
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State of Wyoming Debuts $FRNT, the Nation's First State-Issued Stable Token, with Franklin Templeton-Managed Reserves
Published: January 07, 2026 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
CHEYENNE, Wyo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--State of Wyoming Debuts $FRNT, the Nation's First State-Issued Stable Token, with Franklin Templeton-Managed Reserves.
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Looking for Income? 5 Stocks That Recently Raised Dividends
Published: January 02, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
ENSG, IVR, ABM, BEN and NWFL recently raised dividend payouts, offering income-focused investors options as markets balance AI optimism and Fed caution.
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Why Franklin Resources (BEN) is a Top Dividend Stock for Your Portfolio
Published: December 31, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Franklin Resources (BEN) have what it takes?
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Best Dividend Aristocrats For January 2026
Published: December 31, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
The ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrat ETF (NOBL) underperformed SPY in 2025, gaining 7.2% versus SPY's 18.42%. Despite average underperformance, select Aristocrats like CAH (+74.18%), ALB (+66.90%), and CHRW (+61.22%) delivered strong double-digit returns. Dividend growth for the Aristocrats slowed to 5.52% in 2025, down from 5.78% in 2024, with 68 of 69 raising payouts.
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Franklin Lifts Dividend & Expands Repurchase Plan: Is it Sustainable?
Published: December 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Franklin Resources, Inc. BEN recently announced a quarterly dividend increase to 33 cents per share and expanded its stock repurchase program. The dividend will be payable on Jan. 9, 2026, to its shareholders of record as of Dec. 30, 2025.
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Here's Why Franklin Resources (BEN) is a Strong Value Stock
Published: December 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Franklin vs. T. Rowe Price: Which Asset Manager Has the Edge for 2026?
Published: December 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Between BEN's alternatives expansion and TROW's growing platform, which asset manager is better positioned for 2026? Let's check out.
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Andres Rodriguez Joins Fiduciary Trust International's Coral Gables Office as Wealth Director
Published: December 10, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Andres Rodriguez Joins Fiduciary Trust International's Coral Gables Office as Wealth Director.
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Franklin's November AUM Edges Lower Despite Positive Markets
Published: December 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
BEN's November AUM slipped to $1.67T as flat long-term flows and Western Asset outflows offset supportive markets.
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The Highest-Yielding Dividend Aristocrats Deliver 5%-6% Yields and Safety
Published: December 04, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive
At 24/7 Wall St., we have closely followed dividend-paying stocks for over 15 years.
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Why Franklin Resources (BEN) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term
Published: November 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Franklin Templeton Institute Forecasts Broadening Global Opportunities Amid Monetary Easing and Dollar Weakness in 2026
Published: November 18, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
SAN MATEO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Franklin Templeton Institute today released its Global Investment Outlook: 2026 and Beyond, highlighting three key cyclical themes for investors that underscore changing global dynamics and shifting avenues for return. “The global investment landscape is evolving, due to improving profitability and higher valuations in sectors and regions that have historically been overlooked, and that's a welcome turn for investors,” said Stephen Dover, Chief Market Str.
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Franklin Inorganic Expansion Efforts: A Catalyst for Future Growth?
Published: November 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Can BEN's rapid expansion through acquisitions and partnerships fuel its next wave of growth? Let us find out.
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Here's Why Franklin Resources (BEN) is a Strong Growth Stock
Published: November 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Franklin Q4 Earnings Surpass Estimates, AUM Rises Sequentially
Published: November 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
BEN's Q4 earnings and revenues top estimates as AUM climbs sequentially and expenses ease, boosting its operating margin.
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Compared to Estimates, Franklin Resources (BEN) Q4 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics
Published: November 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
The headline numbers for Franklin Resources (BEN) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended September 2025, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.
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Franklin Resources (BEN) Q4 Earnings and Revenues Beat Estimates
Published: November 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Franklin Resources (BEN) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.67 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.57 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.59 per share a year ago.
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Franklin's October AUM Rises 1.7% Sequentially on Market Gains
Published: November 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
BEN's October AUM climbed 1.7% to $1.69 trillion, lifted by market gains and its Apera Asset Management acquisition.
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About Franklin Resources, Inc. (BEN)
- IPO Date 1983-09-23
- Website https://www.franklinresources.com
- Industry Asset Management
- CEO Jennifer Johnson
- Employees 10000