About FMDRX
Franklin Mutual Global Discovery Fund - Class R6 is a global large-cap value mutual fund designed to provide long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in undervalued stocks across developed and emerging markets. The fund follows a disciplined, research-driven value investing approach, seeking companies trading below their intrinsic value based on recognized financial metrics. Its portfolio spans a diverse set of sectors, with significant allocations to energy, financial services, healthcare, and industrials, reflecting its global perspective and sectoral breadth. Managed by Franklin Templeton, the fund’s sizable asset base—over $9 billion—demonstrates its significance in the mutual fund market. Class R6 shares are tailored for institutional investors, featuring a low expense ratio and a high minimum investment threshold. By maintaining broad geographic and sector exposure, the fund aims to capitalize on value opportunities worldwide, offering investors diversification across regions and industries while staying anchored in a value-oriented strategy.
Fund Family Franklin Templeton, Inc
Category World Large-Stock Value
Performance Rating Below Average
Risk Rating Average
Stock Exchange Nasdaq
Ticker Symbol FMDRX
Share Class Class R6
Index MSCI World Value NR USD
FMDRX had a total return of 10.55% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 6.77%.
