Franklin High Income Fund Class C (FCHIX)

Fund Assets	2.79B
Expense Ratio	1.228%
Min. Investment	$1,000
Turnover	39.11%
Dividend (ttm)	0.10
Dividend Yield	5.95%
Dividend Growth	2.49%
Payout Frequency	Monthly
Ex-Dividend Date	Sep 25, 2026

Previous Close	1.740
YTD Return	-0.75%
1-Year Return	1.29%
5-Year Return	17.13%
52-Week Low	1.730
52-Week High	1.830
Beta (5Y)	0.36
Holdings	357
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.

• Fund Family: Franklin Templeton, Inc
• Category: High Yield Bond
• Performance Rating: Above Average
• Risk Rating: Average
• Stock Exchange: Nasdaq
• Ticker Symbol: FCHIX
• Share Class: Class C
• Index: ICE BofA US High Yield Constrained TR

Performance

FCHIX had a total return of 1.29% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 5.22%.

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 M	0.93%
FGTMX	Fidelity	Fidelity Advisor High Income I	0.72%
FGSMX	Fidelity	Fidelity Advisor High Income C	1.69%
FGUMX	Fidelity	Fidelity Advisor High Income Z	0.62%
FAHCX	Fidelity	Fidelity Advisor Capital & Income I	0.93%

Other Share Classes

These are alternative share classes of the same fund, from the same provider.

Symbol	Share Class	Expense Ratio
FHRRX	Class R6	0.51%
FVHIX	Advisor Class	0.59%
FHAIX	Class A1	0.74%
FHQRX	Class A	0.84%

Dividend History

Ex-Dividend	Amount	Pay Date
Sep 25, 2026	$0.0084	Sep 25, 2026
Aug 26, 2026	$0.0085	Aug 26, 2026
Jul 28, 2026	$0.0088	Jul 28, 2026
Jun 25, 2026	$0.0083	Jun 25, 2026
May 26, 2026	$0.0083	May 26, 2026
Apr 27, 2026	$0.0085	Apr 27, 2026

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Last checked:

Oct 16, 2026

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