Franklin Small Cap Growth Fund Class R (FSSRX)
| Fund Assets | 2.47B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.33% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 16.31% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 2.04 |
| Dividend Yield | 9.93% |
| Dividend Growth | n/a |
| Payout Frequency | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 20.37 |
| YTD Return | 0.54% |
| 1-Year Return | 4.34% |
| 5-Year Return | -3.70% |
| 52-Week Low | 14.52 |
| 52-Week High | 21.39 |
| Beta (5Y) | 1.08 |
| Holdings | 118 |
| Inception Date | Jan 1, 2002 |
About FSSRX
Franklin Small Cap Growth Fund Class R is a mutual fund specializing in the pursuit of long-term capital growth by investing primarily in equity securities of small-cap U.S. companies. The fund typically allocates at least 80% of its assets to companies with market capitalizations generally under $1.5 billion or those not exceeding the highest market capitalization within the Russell 2000 Index at the time of purchase. This investment approach focuses on enterprises that are either emerging or experiencing rapid growth, which often leads to higher volatility but also the potential for elevated returns over time. The fund’s portfolio is diversified across various sectors, with notable exposure to information technology, healthcare, consumer discretionary, and industrials. Its holdings include businesses considered to be at the forefront of innovation and expansion in their respective industries. Franklin Small Cap Growth Fund Class R serves as a vehicle for investors seeking participation in the dynamic segment of the U.S. small-cap growth market, making it a significant player within the small growth mutual fund category. Managed by Franklin Templeton Investments, the fund is recognized for its focus on identifying high-growth opportunities among smaller companies.
Performance
FSSRX had a total return of 4.34% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 12.86%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FECGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Small Cap Growth Index Fund | 0.05% |
| FCIGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Growth Fund - Class I | 1.07% |
| FCPGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Small Cap Growth Fund | 1.05% |
| FCTGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Growth Fund - Class M | 1.58% |
| FCCGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Small Cap Growth Fund - Class C | 2.08% |
Top 10 Holdings
22.15% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| BWX Technologies, Inc. | BWXT | 2.93% |
| Arcosa, Inc. | ACA | 2.72% |
| AAR Corp. | AIR | 2.34% |
| Onto Innovation Inc. | ONTO | 2.14% |
| Granite Construction Incorporated | GVA | 2.08% |
| The New York Times Company | NYT | 2.03% |
| ServiceTitan, Inc. | TTAN | 1.99% |
| Lattice Semiconductor Corporation | LSCC | 1.98% |
| Lumentum Holdings Inc. | LITE | 1.97% |
| SiTime Corporation | SITM | 1.96% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 2025 | $2.0365 | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Dec 15, 2022 | $0.0971 | Dec 15, 2022 |
| Dec 15, 2021 | $4.2658 | Dec 15, 2021 |
| Dec 15, 2020 | $0.614 | Dec 15, 2020 |
| Dec 16, 2019 | $1.4314 | Dec 18, 2019 |
| Dec 17, 2018 | $4.2557 | Dec 19, 2018 |