Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund Class A (FKRCX)
| Fund Assets | 1.50B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.92% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 14.50% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 2.32 |
| Dividend Yield | 7.70% |
| Dividend Growth | 347.32% |
| Payout Frequency | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 20, 2024 |
| Previous Close | 28.42 |
| YTD Return | 65.01% |
| 1-Year Return | 54.02% |
| 5-Year Return | 59.92% |
| 52-Week Low | 17.19 |
| 52-Week High | 30.24 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.73 |
| Holdings | 176 |
| Inception Date | May 19, 1969 |
About FKRCX
Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund Class A is a mutual fund that primarily targets capital appreciation by investing at least 80% of its net assets in companies involved in mining, processing, or dealing in gold and other precious metals such as silver, platinum, and palladium. Managed by Franklin Templeton, the fund operates globally, selecting equities from both developed and emerging markets within the precious metals sector. Its portfolio is diversified across a broad range of companies but tends to concentrate a significant portion in its top holdings, which are typically leaders in the basic materials industry. The fund also seeks a secondary objective of current income, distributing any dividends or interest derived from its investments. With a long-standing history since its inception in 1969, Franklin Gold and Precious Metals Fund Class A is recognized for providing exposure to the cyclical dynamics and unique risk-return profile of precious metals equities. It serves as a strategic tool for investors looking to participate in the commodities sector, hedge against inflation, or add diversification in their portfolios through companies linked to gold and other precious metal markets.
Performance
FKRCX had a total return of 54.02% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 5.91%.
Top 10 Holdings
31.72% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| G Mining Ventures Corp. | GMIN | 4.03% |
| Agnico Eagle Mines Limited | AEM | 3.68% |
| Alamos Gold Inc. | AGI | 3.59% |
| Newmont Corporation | NEM | 3.30% |
| Barrick Mining Corporation | B | 3.07% |
| AngloGold Ashanti plc | AU | 2.94% |
| Perseus Mining Limited | PRU | 2.91% |
| Orla Mining Ltd. | OLA | 2.86% |
| Greatland Resources Ltd | GGP.AX | 2.76% |
| Equinox Gold Corp. | EQX | 2.56% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 20, 2024 | $2.3198 | Dec 20, 2024 |
| Dec 20, 2023 | $0.5186 | Dec 20, 2023 |
| Dec 1, 2021 | $2.0609 | Dec 1, 2021 |
| Dec 1, 2020 | $2.6501 | Dec 1, 2020 |
| Dec 1, 2017 | $0.0573 | Dec 5, 2017 |
| Dec 1, 2016 | $1.3764 | Dec 5, 2016 |