About FQTEX
Franklin Templeton SMACS: Series E Adv Fund is an open-end mutual fund designed to balance capital appreciation with income generation. It pursues a moderately aggressive allocation strategy, blending investments across equities and fixed income with a focus on large value stocks. The fund's portfolio is diversified across key sectors such as healthcare, energy, consumer defensive, technology, basic materials, and financials, as reflected in significant holdings like Merck & Co Inc, Shell PLC ADR, Nestle SA ADR, Coca-Cola Co, and Analog Devices Inc. This structure aims to provide investors with exposure to well-established companies while seeking regular income. With a turnover rate over 100%, the fund actively manages its portfolio, potentially taking advantage of market opportunities. Its yield, distribution fee structure, and broad sector allocation make it a versatile asset for investors seeking both growth and income within a single, managed vehicle.
Fund Family Franklin Templeton Investments
Category Equity Income
Performance Rating High
Risk Rating High
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol FQTEX
Share Class Advisor Class
Index MSCI USA High Dividend Yield TR
FQTEX had a total return of 19.66% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 13.35%.
