Franklin MO Tax Free Income A (FMQOX)
| Fund Assets | 603.14M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.83% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 7.70% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.35 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.28% |
| Dividend Growth | 2.71% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 10.30 |
| YTD Return | -0.17% |
| 1-Year Return | -0.87% |
| 5-Year Return | -0.83% |
| 52-Week Low | 9.80 |
| 52-Week High | 10.65 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 166 |
| Inception Date | Sep 10, 2018 |
About FMQOX
Franklin Missouri Tax-Free Income Fund Class A is a municipal bond mutual fund designed to generate a high level of income that is exempt from both federal and Missouri state personal income taxes. The fund primarily invests in municipal securities issued by the state of Missouri and its related entities, focusing on investments that serve the needs of local governments, public infrastructure, education, and other essential public services. By concentrating on tax-exempt municipal bonds, the fund aims to provide an attractive after-tax income profile for residents of Missouri, making it particularly relevant for individuals seeking tax-efficient income. The fund’s portfolio is managed with an emphasis on credit quality and interest rate risk, balancing yield considerations with the stability and reliability of fixed income investments. This positioning makes Franklin Missouri Tax-Free Income Fund Class A a significant option within the tax-free municipal bond market for residents aiming to preserve capital while earning income that is generally shielded from certain tax liabilities.
Performance
FMQOX had a total return of -0.87% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 1.31%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
Top 10 Holdings
28.66% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| KANSAS CITY MO INDL DEV AUTH ARPT SPL OBLIG 5% | MO.KANDEV 5 03.01.2046 | 5.04% |
| METROPOLITAN ST LOUIS MO SWR DIST WASTEWTR SYS REV 5% | MO.METUTL 5 05.01.2046 | 4.19% |
| MISSOURI ST HEALTH & EDL FACS AUTH HEALTH FACS REV 5% | MO.MOSMED 5 12.01.2052 | 2.94% |
| SPRINGFIELD MO PUB UTILS BRD CTFS PARTN 4% | MO.SPRUTL 4 11.01.2047 | 2.91% |
| WENTZVILLE MO SCH DIST NO R-04 4% | MO.WENSCD 4 03.01.2038 | 2.56% |
| METROPOLITAN ST LOUIS MO SWR DIST WASTEWTR SYS REV 5% | MO.METUTL 5 05.01.2047 | 2.50% |
| ST LOUIS MO ARPT REV 5.5% | MO.STLAPT 5.5 07.01.2029 | 2.39% |
| MISSOURI ST HEALTH & EDL FACS AUTH HEALTH FACS REV 5% | MO.MOSMED 5 06.01.2048 | 2.17% |
| KANSAS CITY MO INDL DEV AUTH REV 5.5% | MO.KANDEV 5.5 09.01.2030 | 2.03% |
| MISSOURI ST HEALTH & EDL FACS AUTH EDL FACS REV 5% | MO.MOSMED 5 10.01.2047 | 1.92% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.02834 | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.03121 | Aug 29, 2025 |
| Jul 31, 2025 | $0.03017 | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.02825 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | $0.0311 | May 30, 2025 |
| Apr 30, 2025 | $0.02941 | Apr 30, 2025 |