About FREEX
Franklin Real Estate Securities Fund Class A is a mutual fund specializing in investments within the real estate sector. Its primary function is to maximize total return by investing at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of companies primarily involved in the real estate industry, notably real estate investment trusts (REITs) and, to a lesser extent, real estate operating companies. The fund adopts a blended investment style with a focus on mid-sized companies, aiming to provide diversification across various property types, regions, and real estate themes by combining bottom-up analysis of individual securities with broader macroeconomic perspectives.
Notable holdings often include leading names such as American Tower Corp, Welltower Inc, Equinix Inc, and Prologis Inc, reflecting the fund’s emphasis on sector leaders. While the portfolio is predominantly U.S.-based, it may hold a modest allocation to foreign issuers and depositary receipts, recognizing global real estate opportunities. With a relatively concentrated portfolio—over half of assets in its top 10 holdings—the fund enables targeted exposure to the real estate market. Franklin Real Estate Securities Fund Class A plays a significant role for investors seeking access to real estate equities as part of a diversified investment portfolio.
Fund Family Franklin Templeton Investments
Category Real Estate
Performance Rating Average
Risk Rating Below Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol FREEX
Share Class Class A
Index MSCI US Investable Market Real Est 25/50 TR USD
FREEX had a total return of 14.98% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 8.21%.
