Franklin Total Return Fund Class A (FKBAX)
| Fund Assets | 3.00B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.85% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 100.79% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.33 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.85% |
| Dividend Growth | 12.48% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 8.36 |
| YTD Return | 2.24% |
| 1-Year Return | 1.57% |
| 5-Year Return | -5.95% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.11 |
| 52-Week High | 8.61 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.26 |
| Holdings | 816 |
| Inception Date | Aug 3, 1998 |
About FKBAX
Franklin Total Return Fund Class A is an open-end mutual fund primarily focused on fixed income investments. Its principal objective is to deliver high current income while maintaining preservation of capital as a key priority, with long-term capital appreciation as a secondary goal. The fund typically invests in investment-grade debt securities, including U.S. government and corporate bonds, mortgage- and asset-backed securities, as well as certain municipal holdings. In addition, it may utilize derivative instruments such as futures, options, and swap agreements to manage exposure and risk. The fund's portfolio generally emphasizes credit quality, aiming to reduce credit risk and sustain capital stability. Its approach combines diversified fixed income strategies with a moderate duration profile, providing exposure across various sectors of the bond market. Managed by Franklin Templeton, the fund is designed for investors seeking regular income distributions from a diversified bond portfolio. With significant assets under management and a history dating back to 1998, Franklin Total Return Fund Class A plays a notable role in offering access to core-plus bond strategies for a broad investor base.
Performance
FKBAX had a total return of 1.57% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 3.55%.
Top 10 Holdings
23.27% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Federal National Mortgage Association 5.5% | FNCL.5.5 7.11 | 2.94% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 6% | FNCL.6 7.11 | 2.93% |
| Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. 4.5% | FR.SD8238 | 2.89% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.875% | T.3.875 11.30.27 | 2.58% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 2.5% | FNCL.2.5 7.11 | 2.39% |
| United States Treasury Notes 2.75% | T.2.75 04.30.27 | 2.38% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 2% | FNCL.2 7.13 | 2.11% |
| Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. 2% | FR.SD8204 | 1.76% |
| Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. 3% | FR.SD3152 | 1.65% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 1.875% | T.1.875 11.15.51 | 1.63% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2025 | $0.02994 | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.02796 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.02953 | May 30, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | $0.0289 | Apr 30, 2025 |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.02707 | Mar 31, 2025 |
| Feb 28, 2025 | $0.02604 | Feb 28, 2025 |