Franklin Low Duration U.S. Government Securities Fund Class C (FCSCX)
| Fund Assets | 380.58M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.24% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 14.82% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.31 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.11% |
| Dividend Growth | -9.35% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 7.52 |
| YTD Return | 0.09% |
| 1-Year Return | 3.41% |
| 5-Year Return | 8.55% |
| 52-Week Low | 7.51 |
| 52-Week High | 7.57 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 1204 |
| Inception Date | Jul 1, 2003 |
About FCSCX
Franklin Low Duration U.S. Government Securities Fund Class C is an actively managed mutual fund focused on short‑maturity U.S. government debt. The fund’s primary objective is to deliver a high level of current income while emphasizing preservation of capital. It normally invests at least 80% of net assets in U.S. government securities, including Treasury instruments and mortgage‑related holdings such as adjustable‑rate mortgage securities and fixed‑rate mortgage-backed securities. By concentrating on low duration exposure, the strategy seeks to reduce interest‑rate sensitivity relative to intermediate and long‑term bond funds. The portfolio’s emphasis on government and agency-backed securities positions it within the high‑quality segment of the fixed income market, serving investors who prioritize income generation with moderated price volatility. This fund plays a role as a defensive core bond holding or liquidity complement, offering diversification benefits against equity risk and longer-duration bond fluctuations, particularly during periods of shifting monetary policy and yield curve changes.
Performance
FCSCX had a total return of 3.41% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 1.21%.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.0226 | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.02331 | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.0242 | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.02598 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.02357 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.02752 | Oct 31, 2025 |