Franklin Resources Inc (BEN) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.32 per share, payable to shareholders of record. The ex-dividend date is set for September 29, 2025, meaning investors must own shares before this date to qualify for the dividend payment. Eligible shareholders will receive their dividend on October 9, 2025.
With a current dividend yield of 6.05%, this announcement underscores Franklin's ongoing commitment to providing regular income to its investors. The company, headquartered in San Mateo, California, operates in the financial services sector and employs approximately 10,100 full-time staff. Franklin Resources offers a range of investment management services globally, catering to retail, institutional, and high-net-worth investors.
The firm has a market capitalization of $12.1 billion and reported a P/E ratio of 37.42, with an earnings per share (EPS) of 0.62. Its upcoming earnings reports are slated for April 30, 2026, with an EPS estimate of $0.63 and revenue estimate of $1.7 billion, followed by another report on July 30, 2026, with an EPS estimate of $0.66 and revenue estimate of $1.8 billion.
Such decisions reflect Franklin Resources' strategy to maintain a consistent dividend policy, which can be attractive to income-focused investors. While dividends can provide a measure of financial stability, it is important for shareholders to consider the company's overall financial health and dividend history when evaluating the sustainability of these payments.