Franklin Equity Income Fund Advisor Class (FEIFX)
| Fund Assets | 4.71B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.58% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 33.33% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 3.44 |
| Dividend Yield | 9.77% |
| Dividend Growth | 2.14% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 34.98 |
| YTD Return | 5.80% |
| 1-Year Return | 19.34% |
| 5-Year Return | 83.60% |
| 52-Week Low | 25.45 |
| 52-Week High | 35.36 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 89 |
| Inception Date | May 15, 2008 |
About FEIFX
Franklin Equity Income Fund Advisor Class is an open-end mutual fund designed to deliver a blend of high current income and long-term capital appreciation. This fund primarily targets large-cap U.S. companies that are considered undervalued or are experiencing slower growth, aligning it with the large-value category. It seeks to maximize total return by investing at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities, including common stocks and convertible securities, balancing income generation with potential for capital gains. The fund is managed with a focus on reasonable risk, making it suitable for investors seeking an income-oriented equity strategy without excessive exposure to fast-growing or speculative stocks. Franklin Equity Income Fund Advisor Class plays a significant role in portfolios looking to diversify with established U.S. businesses that offer attractive valuations and dividend yields, serving as an anchor in long-term wealth accumulation and income strategies.
Performance
FEIFX had a total return of 19.34% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 18.94%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWDSX | Schwab | Schwab Dividend Equity Fund™ | 0.88% |
Top 10 Holdings
27.14% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | JPM | 4.55% |
| Morgan Stanley | MS | 3.38% |
| Bank of America Corporation | BAC | 3.21% |
| Johnson & Johnson | JNJ | 2.76% |
| Chevron Corporation | CVX | 2.73% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | 2.51% |
| The Procter & Gamble Company | PG | 2.05% |
| Cisco Systems, Inc. | CSCO | 2.00% |
| Apollo Asset Management, Inc. 6.75% PRF CONVERT 31/07/2026 USD 50 - Ser A | APO.6.75 07.31.26 | 1.98% |
| Boeing Co 6% PRF CONVERT 15/10/2027 USD 50 - Dep Rep 1/20th Sr A | BA.6 10.15.27 | 1.96% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 2025 | $2.8633 | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Sep 22, 2025 | $0.1691 | Sep 22, 2025 |
| Jun 20, 2025 | $0.2048 | Jun 20, 2025 |
| Mar 20, 2025 | $0.2025 | Mar 20, 2025 |
| Dec 20, 2024 | $2.7668 | Dec 20, 2024 |
| Sep 20, 2024 | $0.200 | Sep 20, 2024 |