Franklin Rising Dividends A

Frequently Asked Questions About FRDPX

What does FRDPX invest in?

The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in investments of companies that have paid consistently rising dividends. It invests predominantly in equity securities, primarily common stock. The fund may invest in companies of any size, across the entire market spectrum. It may invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign securities.

What is the expense ratio of FRDPX?

Franklin Rising Dividends A (FRDPX) charges an expense ratio of 0.83%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

What is FRDPX's dividend yield?

FRDPX's trailing-twelve-month yield is 9.79%, calculated from the sum of dividends over the past year divided by the current price.

How big is FRDPX?

Franklin Rising Dividends A (FRDPX) manages $27.38B in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure — funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is FRDPX actively managed or an index fund?

FRDPX's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was FRDPX launched?

Franklin Rising Dividends A (FRDPX) launched in January 1987 and is managed by Franklin Templeton.