Franklin High Income Fund Class C (FCHIX)
| Fund Assets | 2.91B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.24% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 39.11% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.10 |
| Dividend Yield | 5.59% |
| Dividend Growth | 1.50% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 27, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 1.820 |
| YTD Return | 1.01% |
| 1-Year Return | 7.60% |
| 5-Year Return | 23.09% |
| 52-Week Low | 1.630 |
| 52-Week High | 1.820 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.36 |
| Holdings | 352 |
| Inception Date | Dec 31, 1969 |
About FCHIX
Franklin High Income Fund Class C is an open-end mutual fund focused on generating a high level of current income, with a secondary objective of capital appreciation when possible. The fund primarily invests in high-yield, lower-rated debt securities—also known as junk bonds—which typically offer higher interest payments compared to investment-grade bonds. At least 65% of its bond assets are either unrated or carry ratings below investment grade from major agencies. This investment approach exposes the fund to greater credit and economic risks, but aims to reward investors with elevated income potential. The portfolio is diversified across various industries, and its holdings are predominantly in U.S. high-income debt securities. Franklin High Income Fund Class C plays a significant role for investors seeking enhanced yield in their fixed income portfolios, especially those willing to accept the increased volatility and risk associated with lower-quality debt instruments. Managed by Franklin Templeton, the fund leverages experienced management and a broad research platform to navigate dynamic credit markets.
Performance
FCHIX had a total return of 7.60% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 12.98%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FGRMX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor High Income Fund - Class M | 1.17% |
| FGTMX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor High Income Fund - Class I | 0.92% |
| FGSMX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor High Income Fund - Class C | 1.85% |
| FGUMX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor High Income Fund - Class Z | 0.82% |
| FAHCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Capital & Income Fund - Class I | 0.93% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 27, 2026 | $0.0083 | Jan 27, 2026 |
| Dec 26, 2025 | $0.0082 | Dec 26, 2025 |
| Nov 24, 2025 | $0.010 | Nov 24, 2025 |
| Oct 28, 2025 | $0.0086 | Oct 28, 2025 |
| Sep 25, 2025 | $0.0083 | Sep 25, 2025 |
| Aug 26, 2025 | $0.0085 | Aug 26, 2025 |