Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE:BEN) is included among the 14 Low PE High Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now.
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On March 4, Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE:BEN) reported preliminary month-end assets under management (AUM) of $1.74 trillion as of February 28, 2026. That compares with $1.71 trillion a month ago. The company said the increase mainly reflected stronger markets during the month. It also included long-term net inflows of about $10 billion. Those figures include around $1 billion of long-term net outflows from Western Asset Management. Excluding Western Asset Management, preliminary long-term net inflows came to about $11 billion.
As of February 28, Western Asset Management reported preliminary AUM of $221 billion. That compares with $216 billion at the end of January. The change in AUM reflected support from market performance during the month. It also included cash management net inflows of $5 billion. Those gains were partly offset by the previously mentioned long-term net outflows of about $1 billion.
Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE:BEN) is a global investment management company. Its subsidiaries operate under the Franklin Templeton brand and serve clients in more than 150 countries. Through its specialist investment managers, the company offers investment capabilities across equities, fixed income, alternatives, and multi-asset solutions.
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