Franklin Utilities Fund Class A (FKUQX)
| Fund Assets | 7.28B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.80% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 6.80% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.94 |
| Dividend Yield | 7.07% |
| Dividend Growth | -4.45% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 26.68 |
| YTD Return | 10.27% |
| 1-Year Return | 23.57% |
| 5-Year Return | 83.93% |
| 52-Week Low | 20.90 |
| 52-Week High | 27.37 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 47 |
| Inception Date | Sep 10, 2018 |
About FKUQX
Franklin Utilities Fund Class A is an equity mutual fund dedicated to investing primarily in the utilities sector. Its objective is to provide capital appreciation and income by focusing on U.S. and global public utility companies, including those involved in the supply of electricity, gas, and related services. The fund is characterized by substantial exposure to large and mid-cap utility businesses, with the majority of its assets allocated to companies such as NextEra Energy, Southern Company, and Edison International. As of its latest portfolio data, the fund maintains over 90% of its holdings in utility sector equities, with minor allocations to related industries like energy and non-durable goods. Franklin Utilities Fund Class A plays a role in the market as a sector-specific investment vehicle, often utilized by investors seeking diversification through stable, income-generating utility stocks. With an expense ratio of approximately 0.81% and a history of consistent dividend yields, the fund appeals to those looking for exposure to relatively defensive sectors within the broader equities landscape.
Performance
FKUQX had a total return of 23.57% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 18.44%.
Top 10 Holdings
49.17% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| NextEra Energy, Inc. | NEE | 9.38% |
| Entergy Corporation | ETR | 5.59% |
| The Southern Company | SO | 4.91% |
| Constellation Energy Corporation | CEG | 4.72% |
| Sempra | SRE | 4.60% |
| Vistra Corp. | VST | 4.54% |
| Evergy, Inc. | EVRG | 4.23% |
| Duke Energy Corporation | DUK | 4.21% |
| PG&E Corporation | PCG | 3.57% |
| NiSource Inc. | NI | 3.41% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 2025 | $1.5941 | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Sep 22, 2025 | $0.1137 | Sep 22, 2025 |
| Jun 20, 2025 | $0.1141 | Jun 20, 2025 |
| Mar 20, 2025 | $0.1143 | Mar 20, 2025 |
| Dec 20, 2024 | $1.6818 | Dec 20, 2024 |
| Sep 20, 2024 | $0.1143 | Sep 20, 2024 |