Franklin Templeton to Convert 10 Putnam Municipal Bond Mutual Funds to ETFs
SAN MATEO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Franklin Templeton to Convert 10 Putnam Municipal Bond Mutual Funds to ETFs.
Fiscal Year: October - September
Franklin Resources, Inc. (BEN), listed on the NYSE, has a market capitalization of $11.83B. As of May 20, 2025, the stock is trading at $22.21 per share, offering investors a clear view of its current market value. Franklin Resources, Inc. is a prominent player in the industry sector, attracting both institutional and retail investors due to its performance and potential.
With a P/E ratio of 32.07, investors can assess the stock's valuation in comparison to its earnings. A P/E ratio is a crucial indicator for value investors, showing whether the stock is over or undervalued relative to its current earnings. Franklin Resources, Inc. also offers a dividend yield of 5.76%, making it an attractive option for income-focused investors who seek regular dividends.
Our Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis reveals that Franklin Resources, Inc. (BEN) may be undervalued compared to its intrinsic worth. However, to see the exact DCF fair value, please Login or Upgrade for access.
The proprietary SS Score for Franklin Resources, Inc. is a unique metric that analyzes the company's financial health and growth potential. The score takes into account critical factors such as revenue growth, net income, free cash flow (FCF) compound annual growth rate (CAGR), the trend of shares outstanding, and the debt-to-FCF ratio. This helps investors to make a more informed decision, as an undervalued stock might still have poor financial fundamentals.
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The Price to Free Cash Flow (P/FCF) ratio for Franklin Resources, Inc. is 17.52, offering insights into how much investors are paying for the company's free cash flow. A lower P/FCF ratio typically suggests that the stock is undervalued, while a higher ratio may indicate overvaluation.
In summary, Franklin Resources, Inc. (BEN) has shown consistent financial performance, as illustrated by the financial charts above, which track its revenue growth, net income, free cash flow, and shares outstanding over the past several years. These metrics provide investors with key insights into the company's past and projected future performance. Investors should use the SS Score alongside the DCF Fair Value to make better-informed decisions about whether to buy or hold the stock.
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Whether Franklin Resources, Inc. (BEN) is a good stock to buy depends on various factors, including its financial health, market conditions, and your investment strategy. Our analysis indicates that the stock may be undervalued compared to its intrinsic value. However, it is important to assess the SS Score and review the company's fundamentals before making any investment decisions.
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Franklin Resources, Inc. is a significant player in the industry sector, with a market capitalization of $11.83B and a competitive P/E ratio of 32.07. Investors should compare these metrics with industry peers to gauge whether Franklin Resources, Inc. is outperforming or underperforming within its sector.
SAN MATEO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Franklin Templeton to Convert 10 Putnam Municipal Bond Mutual Funds to ETFs.
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Below estimates were sourced from SimplyWallSt and are intended for educational purposes only as a baseline for the analysis.
Year | FCF Estimate | % | # Analysts |
---|---|---|---|
2025 | 1.02B | Analyst x1 | |
2026 | 1.34B | 30.77% | Analyst x2 |
2027 | 1.52B | 13.35% | Analyst x1 |
2028 | 1.41B | -6.92% | Analyst x1 |
2029 | 1.54B | 8.99% | Analyst x1 |
2030 | 1.58B | 2.41% | Est @2.4% |
2031 | 1.61B | 2.31% | Est @2.3% |
2032 | 1.65B | 2.24% | Est @2.2% |
2033 | 1.68B | 2.04% | Est @2.0% |
2034 | 1.72B | 2.00% | Est @2.0% |
Below are the FCF estimates with the discount factor and the calculated present value with the terminal value that led the results above.
Year | FCF | Discount Factor | PV of Future FCF |
---|---|---|---|
2023A | 940.40M | 1.00 | 940.40M |
2024A | 794.20M | 1.00 | 794.20M |
2025E | 1.02B | 1.08 | 948.75M |
2026E | 1.34B | 1.17 | 1.15B |
2027E | 1.52B | 1.26 | 1.21B |
2028E | 1.41B | 1.36 | 1.04B |
2029E | 1.54B | 1.47 | 1.05B |
2030E | 1.58B | 1.58 | 997.09M |
2031E | 1.61B | 1.71 | 945.06M |
2032E | 1.65B | 1.84 | 895.09M |
2033E | 1.68B | 1.99 | 846.13M |
2034E | 1.72B | 2.15 | 799.56M |
Terminal | 32.34B | 2.15 | 15.06B |
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