Franklin International Equity Fund IS (LIESX)
| Fund Assets | 304.68M |
| Expense Ratio | 0.87% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 44.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.91 |
| Dividend Yield | 8.69% |
| Dividend Growth | 64.20% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 21.95 |
| YTD Return | 4.82% |
| 1-Year Return | 33.55% |
| 5-Year Return | 76.84% |
| 52-Week Low | 15.48 |
| 52-Week High | 22.26 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 180 |
| Inception Date | Aug 4, 2008 |
About LIESX
The Franklin International Equity Fund Institutional Shares is a mutual fund designed to provide investors with maximum long-term total return by investing primarily in equities outside the United States. The fund employs a quantitative investment approach, systematically evaluating non-U.S. stocks for their relative attractiveness based on factors such as value, growth potential, and market momentum. Its diversified portfolio spans a wide range of sectors and geographies, offering exposure to established and emerging international markets. The fund is managed by a team of experienced professionals and aims to capture opportunities across developed economies and select emerging regions, allowing investors to diversify beyond domestic holdings. With its disciplined process and global reach, the Franklin International Equity Fund Institutional Shares plays a significant role in institutional portfolios seeking international equity exposure for risk diversification and long-term capital growth potential.
Performance
LIESX had a total return of 33.55% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 12.17%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIENX | Fidelity | Fidelity International Enhanced Index Fund | 0.55% |
| FHLFX | Fidelity | Fidelity Series International Index Fund | 0.01% |
| SWISX | Schwab | Schwab International Index Fund | 0.06% |
| SICNX | Schwab | Schwab International Core Equity Fund | 0.86% |
| FSPSX | Fidelity | Fidelity International Index Fund | 0.03% |
Top 10 Holdings
17.33% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| ASML Holding N.V. | ASML | 2.66% |
| Roche Holding AG | ROG | 2.07% |
| HSBC Holdings plc | HSBA | 1.80% |
| Novartis AG | NOVN | 1.79% |
| AstraZeneca PLC | AZN | 1.70% |
| Nestlé S.A. | NESN | 1.62% |
| Banco Santander, S.A. | SAN | 1.58% |
| SAP SE | SAP | 1.54% |
| Allianz SE | ALV | 1.34% |
| Rolls-Royce Holdings plc | RR | 1.23% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 16, 2025 | $1.90841 | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Dec 17, 2024 | $1.16225 | Dec 17, 2024 |
| Dec 15, 2023 | $0.48599 | Dec 15, 2023 |
| Dec 15, 2022 | $0.62244 | Dec 15, 2022 |
| Dec 3, 2021 | $1.13064 | Dec 3, 2021 |
| Dec 4, 2020 | $0.29435 | Dec 4, 2020 |