Franklin Utilities Fund Class R6 (FUFRX)
| Fund Assets | 7.98B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.50% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000,000 |
| Turnover | 10.80% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 2.01 |
| Dividend Yield | 7.68% |
| Dividend Growth | -3.95% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 20, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 26.06 |
| YTD Return | 8.91% |
| 1-Year Return | 21.59% |
| 5-Year Return | 75.66% |
| 52-Week Low | 21.89 |
| 52-Week High | 27.38 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 44 |
| Inception Date | May 1, 2013 |
About FUFRX
Franklin Utilities Fund Class R6 is an open-end mutual fund specializing in investments in the public utilities sector. Its main objective is to pursue both capital appreciation and current income by allocating at least 80% of its net assets to securities issued by utility companies, with a primary emphasis on U.S. electricity and gas providers. The fund’s portfolio is predominantly composed of equity securities, especially common stocks, and maintains a significant concentration—over 25%—in the utilities industry. This targeted approach makes it a prominent player within the utilities category, offering exposure to a sector critical for providing essential services such as electricity, natural gas, water, and communications to the public. Managed by Franklin Templeton, the fund is designed for institutional investors, reflected in its high minimum investment and R6 share class structure. Its sizable asset base and disciplined sector concentration underscore its role as a specialized vehicle for investors seeking access to the utilities segment of the equity markets, with potential for both dividend income and long-term capital growth.
Performance
FUFRX had a total return of 21.59% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 10.53%.
Top 10 Holdings
49.09% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| NextEra Energy, Inc. | NEE | 9.75% |
| Entergy Corporation | ETR | 5.50% |
| The Southern Company | SO | 4.88% |
| Sempra | SRE | 4.80% |
| Evergy, Inc. | EVRG | 4.35% |
| Constellation Energy Corporation | CEG | 4.34% |
| Duke Energy Corporation | DUK | 4.18% |
| Vistra Corp. | VST | 4.14% |
| PG&E Corporation | PCG | 3.76% |
| NiSource Inc. | NI | 3.38% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2026 | $0.1333 | Mar 20, 2026 |
| Dec 22, 2025 | $1.6139 | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Sep 22, 2025 | $0.1333 | Sep 22, 2025 |
| Jun 20, 2025 | $0.1319 | Jun 20, 2025 |
| Mar 20, 2025 | $0.1322 | Mar 20, 2025 |
| Dec 20, 2024 | $1.7003 | Dec 20, 2024 |