Franklin International Growth Fund Class R (FNGRX)
| Fund Assets | 864.74M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.37% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 17.56% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.26 |
| Dividend Yield | 1.42% |
| Dividend Growth | n/a |
| Payout Frequency | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 20, 2024 |
| Previous Close | 18.01 |
| YTD Return | 14.49% |
| 1-Year Return | 13.25% |
| 5-Year Return | 14.26% |
| 52-Week Low | 13.90 |
| 52-Week High | 18.17 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 37 |
| Inception Date | Jun 3, 2008 |
About FNGRX
Franklin International Growth Fund Class R is an actively managed mutual fund focused on seeking capital appreciation by investing primarily in equity securities of mid- and large-capitalization companies located outside the United States. Managed by Franklin Templeton Investments since its inception in 2008, the fund targets companies with strong growth potential across diverse international markets. Its portfolio is diversified across sectors such as industrials, consumer cyclical, technology, financial services, healthcare, and basic materials, with notable holdings including DSV AS, MercadoLibre Inc, and CyberArk Software Ltd. The fund is classified as a foreign large growth fund, making it relevant for investors seeking exposure to international growth equities and diversification beyond the U.S. market. Franklin International Growth Fund Class R maintains a moderate portfolio turnover and is designed to serve retirement-focused accounts, reflected in its share class structure. Its market role is to provide access to international equity growth opportunities while aiming to capitalize on trends and themes across developed and emerging economies.
Performance
FNGRX had a total return of 13.25% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 2.42%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FZAIX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor International Discovery Fund - Class Z | 0.50% |
| SWMIX | Schwab | Schwab International Opportunities Fund | 0.85% |
| FAERX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Overseas Fund - Class M | 1.28% |
| FAOCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Overseas Fund - Class C | 1.81% |
| FIGRX | Fidelity | Fidelity International Discovery Fund | 0.58% |
Top 10 Holdings
38.34% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| DSV A/S | DSV | 4.09% |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. | MELI | 4.00% |
| MTU Aero Engines AG | MTX | 3.93% |
| CyberArk Software Ltd. | CYBR | 3.84% |
| Intermediate Capital Group plc | ICG | 3.82% |
| monday.com Ltd. | MNDY | 3.82% |
| Cochlear Limited | COH | 3.80% |
| Alcon Inc. | ALC | 3.74% |
| Sika AG | SIKA | 3.66% |
| Kinaxis Inc. | KXS | 3.62% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 20, 2024 | $0.2551 | Dec 20, 2024 |
| Dec 15, 2022 | $0.2498 | Dec 15, 2022 |
| Dec 15, 2021 | $0.3752 | Dec 15, 2021 |
| Dec 15, 2020 | $0.0079 | Dec 15, 2020 |
| Dec 17, 2018 | $0.2297 | Dec 19, 2018 |
| Dec 15, 2017 | $0.2124 | Dec 19, 2017 |