Franklin Small Cap Value Fund Advisor Class (FVADX)
| Fund Assets | 3.78B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.72% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 52.73% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 4.59 |
| Dividend Yield | 7.04% |
| Dividend Growth | 14.23% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 66.12 |
| YTD Return | 7.76% |
| 1-Year Return | 12.07% |
| 5-Year Return | 56.06% |
| 52-Week Low | 45.50 |
| 52-Week High | 66.12 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 88 |
| Inception Date | Jan 2, 1997 |
About FVADX
Franklin Small Cap Value Fund Advisor Class is a mutual fund focused on achieving long-term total return by investing primarily in small-capitalization companies. The fund allocates at least 80% of its net assets to stocks of companies whose market capitalizations are generally aligned with those in the Russell 2000 Index. Its investment strategy emphasizes identifying undervalued small-cap stocks, employing a conservative relative-value approach managed by an experienced team. The portfolio typically spans a diverse range of sectors, with notable holdings in financial services, technology, and industrials. The fund is structured for institutional and advisor-driven accounts, reflected in its Advisor Class share structure, which features a moderate expense ratio and lower distribution fees. Having established a long performance record since its inception in 1996, the fund is recognized for prudent risk management and consistent risk-adjusted returns within the small value equity category. Franklin Small Cap Value Fund Advisor Class serves investors seeking diversification and exposure to the small-cap segment of the U.S. equity market, playing a significant role in broadening portfolio allocation beyond large-cap and growth-oriented investments.
Performance
FVADX had a total return of 12.07% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 15.30%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FISVX | Fidelity | Fidelity Small Cap Value Index Fund | 0.05% |
Top 10 Holdings
26.93% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| MKS Inc. | MKSI | 3.29% |
| Valmont Industries, Inc. | VMI | 2.97% |
| ACI Worldwide, Inc. | ACIW | 2.89% |
| CNO Financial Group, Inc. | CNO | 2.76% |
| The Gap, Inc. | GAP | 2.71% |
| Columbia Banking System, Inc. | COLB | 2.62% |
| Commercial Metals Company | CMC | 2.43% |
| Vontier Corporation | VNT | 2.42% |
| Mattel, Inc. | MAT | 2.42% |
| Gates Industrial Corporation plc | GTES | 2.41% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 2025 | $4.5873 | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Dec 20, 2024 | $4.0158 | Dec 20, 2024 |
| Dec 20, 2023 | $2.5698 | Dec 20, 2023 |
| Dec 20, 2022 | $0.3292 | Dec 20, 2022 |
| Dec 15, 2022 | $1.4008 | Dec 15, 2022 |
| Dec 15, 2021 | $5.8686 | Dec 15, 2021 |