Franklin Convertible Securities Fund Class R6 (FCSKX)
| Fund Assets | 2.85B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.51% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000,000 |
| Turnover | 30.12% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 2.42 |
| Dividend Yield | 9.61% |
| Dividend Growth | 124.87% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 20, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 25.38 |
| YTD Return | 5.24% |
| 1-Year Return | 21.05% |
| 5-Year Return | 12.31% |
| 52-Week Low | 22.77 |
| 52-Week High | 26.47 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 78 |
| Inception Date | Mar 4, 2014 |
About FCSKX
Franklin Convertible Securities Fund Class R6 is an open-end mutual fund focused on investing primarily in convertible securities. Its primary objective is to maximize total return in line with a reasonable risk profile by allocating at least 80% of its net assets to convertible securities, which are hybrid instruments that can be changed into common stock and offer both income and the potential for capital appreciation. This approach seeks to capture the upside of equity markets while mitigating downside risk through fixed income features. The fund typically holds a diversified portfolio that represents a broad spectrum of the convertible securities market, with flexibility to invest in securities of companies across all capitalization sizes and, to a lesser extent, in equities and preferred stocks. By maintaining a careful balance between equity and debt characteristics, the fund aims to deliver growth and income, appealing to investors seeking to participate in stock market gains but with reduced volatility compared to pure equity investments. Franklin Convertible Securities Fund Class R6 plays a notable role in the market by providing access to a niche asset class that bridges the gap between traditional stocks and bonds, making it valuable for portfolio diversification and risk management purposes.
Performance
FCSKX had a total return of 21.05% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 11.61%.
Top 10 Holdings
24.45% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgebio Pharma Inc 1.75% | BBIO.1.75 03.01.31 | 2.76% |
| Albemarle Corp PRF PERPETUAL USD 1000 - Ser A 1/20th Pref St | ALB.7.25 03.01.27 | 2.69% |
| Welltower OP LLC 3.125% | WELL.3.125 07.15.29 | 2.62% |
| Institutional Fiduciary Trust - Money Market Portfolio | INFXX | 2.54% |
| Burlington Stores Inc. 1.25% | BURL.1.25 12.15.27 | 2.46% |
| MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings Inc. 0% | MTSI.0 12.15.29 | 2.33% |
| MKS Inc. 1.25% | MKSI.1.25 06.01.30 | 2.33% |
| Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co 7.625% PRF CONVERT 01/09/2027 USD 50 - Ser C | HPE.7.625 09.01.27 | 2.31% |
| PTC Therapeutics, Inc. 1.5% | PTCT.1.5 09.15.26 | 2.25% |
| Centerpoint Energy Inc 4.25% | CNP.4.25 08.15.26 | 2.15% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2026 | $0.0832 | Mar 20, 2026 |
| Dec 22, 2025 | $2.1264 | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Sep 22, 2025 | $0.1089 | Sep 22, 2025 |
| Jun 20, 2025 | $0.1058 | Jun 20, 2025 |
| Mar 20, 2025 | $0.0981 | Mar 20, 2025 |
| Dec 20, 2024 | $0.8115 | Dec 20, 2024 |