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Franklin Resources Inc. (BEN) Stock

Franklin Resources Inc. Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Franklin Resources Inc. (BEN), a prominent company in the finance sector within the investment advice industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $24.81. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $16.03 and $25.36. This places the current price at 97.8% of its 52-week high and 54.8% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 3,633,760. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US3546131018.

Market Cap

$12.52B

52-Week High

$25.36

-2.17% from high

52-Week Low

$16.03

+54.77% from low

Avg Daily Volume

3,633,760

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

34.52

Above market average

Forward P/E

9.88

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

0.47

Potentially undervalued

Price to Book

1.01

EV/EBITDA

18.22

EPS (TTM)

$0.69

Price to Sales

1.44

Beta

1.46

Similar volatility to market

How is BEN valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Franklin Resources Inc. trades at a P/E ratio of 34.52, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 9.88 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 0.47 suggests the stock may be undervalued relative to its growth rate.
What is BEN's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.46, Franklin Resources Inc. is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility. The price-to-book ratio of 1.01 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

4.65%

Operating Margin

9.98%

Return on Equity

2.80%

Return on Assets

2.22%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-1.90%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

15.20%

How profitable and efficient is BEN's business model?
Franklin Resources Inc. achieves a profit margin of 4.65%, meaning it retains $4.65 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This relatively low margin suggests the company operates in a competitive environment or high-cost industry where profitability is challenging. The operating margin of 9.98% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 2.80% and ROA at 2.22%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.
What are BEN's recent growth trends?
Franklin Resources Inc.'s revenue declined by 1.90% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings increased by 15.20% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against INVESTMENT ADVICE industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$1.26

Dividend Yield

5.37%

Ex-Dividend Date

6/27/2025

Dividend Date

7/11/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from BEN?
Franklin Resources Inc. offers a dividend yield of 5.37%, paying $1.26 per share annually. This high yield exceeds 4%, significantly outperforming the S&P 500 average of 1.5-2% and most investment-grade bonds. For income-focused investors, this represents an attractive cash flow opportunity, though high yields sometimes signal market concerns about sustainability. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 6/27/2025.
How reliable is BEN's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Franklin Resources Inc. pays $1.26 per share in dividends against earnings of $0.69 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 100.00%. This very high payout exceeding 90% raises sustainability concerns, as nearly all earnings go to dividends. Any earnings decline could force a dividend cut. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 7/11/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

525.52M

Book Value/Share

$23.50

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is BEN's market capitalization and position?
Franklin Resources Inc. has a market capitalization of $12.52B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 525.52M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the INVESTMENT ADVICE industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does BEN's price compare to its book value?
Franklin Resources Inc.'s book value per share is $23.50, while the current stock price is $24.81, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 1.06. This reasonable premium to book value suggests the market values the company's earnings power and intangible assets appropriately. Most profitable companies trade between 1-3x book value. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$20.86

15.92% downside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

0

Buy

1

Hold

6

Sell

2

Strong Sell

2

How reliable are analyst predictions for BEN?
11 analysts cover BEN with 9% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The bearish sentiment could create opportunity if analysts are wrong. The consensus target of $20.86 implies -15.9% downside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on BEN?
Current analyst recommendations:01 Buy, 6 Hold, 2 Sell, 2 Strong Sell. The bearish sentiment indicates concerns, but contrarian investors sometimes find opportunities when Wall Street is negative.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 03:29 AM

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