Franklin International Equity Fund C (LMGEX)
| Fund Assets | 280.23M |
| Expense Ratio | 2.07% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 63.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.95 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.68% |
| Dividend Growth | 268.63% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 17, 2024 |
| Previous Close | 20.42 |
| YTD Return | 21.20% |
| 1-Year Return | 16.54% |
| 5-Year Return | 69.94% |
| 52-Week Low | 16.53 |
| 52-Week High | 20.42 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.81 |
| Holdings | 189 |
| Inception Date | Feb 17, 1995 |
About LMGEX
Franklin International Equity Fund Class C is a diversified mutual fund focused on achieving maximum long-term total return by investing primarily in equities of companies located outside the United States. The fund uses a quantitative approach to identify and select non-U.S. stocks based on their relative attractiveness, seeking opportunities across developed and emerging international markets. Its portfolio is typically allocated across various countries, with notable concentrations in Japan, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Switzerland, among others. Sector and country diversification are core features, helping to mitigate risk associated with individual markets. The fund’s active management style allows it to adjust exposures in response to global economic conditions and market opportunities. By providing access to a broad range of international equities, Franklin International Equity Fund Class C plays a significant role for investors seeking global diversification in their portfolios and exposure to foreign markets' long-term growth prospects.
Performance
LMGEX had a total return of 16.54% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 4.36%.
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
16.38% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| SAP SE | SAP | 2.12% |
| ASML Holding N.V. | ASML | 2.07% |
| Nestlé S.A. | NESN | 1.98% |
| Novartis AG | NOVN | 1.66% |
| Roche Holding AG | ROG | 1.65% |
| Short-Term Investment Trust - Invesco Treasury Portfolio | TRPXX | 1.57% |
| Sony Group Corporation | 6758 | 1.42% |
| HSBC Holdings plc | HSBA | 1.41% |
| Allianz SE | ALV | 1.26% |
| Novo Nordisk A/S | NOVO.B | 1.24% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 17, 2024 | $0.95302 | Dec 17, 2024 |
| Dec 15, 2023 | $0.25853 | Dec 15, 2023 |
| Dec 15, 2022 | $0.42326 | Dec 15, 2022 |
| Dec 3, 2021 | $0.8911 | Dec 3, 2021 |
| Dec 4, 2020 | $0.09405 | Dec 4, 2020 |
| Dec 5, 2019 | $0.07777 | Dec 5, 2019 |