Franklin Templeton Investments

Western Asset High Income Fund II Inc. Announces Financial Position as of January 31, 2024

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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(b) NAVs are calculated as of the close of business on the last business day in the periods indicated above.

Key Points: 
  • (b) NAVs are calculated as of the close of business on the last business day in the periods indicated above.
  • To obtain information on Forms N-PORT or a semi-annual or annual report from the Fund, shareholders can call 1-888-777-0102.
  • Western Asset High Income Fund II Inc., a diversified, closed-end management investment company, which is advised by Franklin Templeton Fund Adviser, LLC (“FTFA”) (formerly known as Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC) and subadvised by Western Asset Management Company, LLC (“Western Asset”).
  • FTFA and Western Asset are indirect, wholly-owned subsidiaries of Franklin Resources, Inc. (“Franklin Resources”).

Western Asset Global Corporate Defined Opportunity Fund Inc. Announces Financial Position as of January 31, 2024

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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(b) NAVs are calculated as of the close of business on the last business day in the periods indicated above.

Key Points: 
  • (b) NAVs are calculated as of the close of business on the last business day in the periods indicated above.
  • To obtain information on Forms N-PORT or a semi-annual or annual report from the Fund, shareholders can call 1-888-777-0102.
  • Western Asset Global Corporate Defined Opportunity Fund Inc. is a non-diversified, limited-term, closed-end management investment company, which is advised by Franklin Templeton Fund Adviser, LLC (“FTFA”) (formerly known as Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC) and subadvised by Western Asset Management Company, LLC (“Western Asset”).
  • FTFA and Western Asset are indirect, wholly-owned subsidiaries of Franklin Resources, Inc. (“Franklin Resources”).

Fiduciary Trust International Welcomes Two Industry Leaders to Radnor Office

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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"The Mid-Atlantic region remains a vital growth market for us, and we're proud that our clients trust us to provide top-notch service and personalized solutions tailored to their needs," said Julie Strong Karnavas, Fiduciary Trust International regional managing director for the Radnor office.

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  • "The Mid-Atlantic region remains a vital growth market for us, and we're proud that our clients trust us to provide top-notch service and personalized solutions tailored to their needs," said Julie Strong Karnavas, Fiduciary Trust International regional managing director for the Radnor office.
  • Maris and Jeff exemplify wealth management excellence, aligning perfectly with our commitment to setting the bar for industry standards.
  • He joins Fiduciary Trust International from The Haverford Trust Company, where he managed relationships with more than 100 clients, including charitable and for-profit institutions, high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, and family offices.
  • "I am honored to join Fiduciary Trust International, a firm renowned for its commitment to excellence and its dedication to providing exceptional service to clients,” said Mr. Bagley.

Franklin Resources, Inc. Announces Month-End Assets Under Management

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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Franklin Resources, Inc. (Franklin Templeton) (NYSE: BEN) today reported preliminary month-end assets under management (AUM) of $1.62 trillion at February 29, 2024, compared to $1.60 trillion at January 31, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Franklin Resources, Inc. (Franklin Templeton) (NYSE: BEN) today reported preliminary month-end assets under management (AUM) of $1.62 trillion at February 29, 2024, compared to $1.60 trillion at January 31, 2024.
  • This month's increase in AUM reflected the impact of positive markets and long-term net inflows inclusive of the previously disclosed $5.5 billion in the retirement channel, partially offset by a fixed income institutional client redemption of $2.0 billion.

New Survey by DACFP and Franklin Templeton Digital Assets Finds that Nearly Sixty Percent of Financial Advisors Recommend Crypto to Clients

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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GREAT FALLS, Va., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly three in five (59%) financial advisors say they recommend that clients allocate a portion of their assets to crypto, according to a December 2023 survey conducted by the Digital Assets Council of Financial Professionals and sponsored by Franklin Templeton Digital Assets. 

Key Points: 
  • GREAT FALLS, Va., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly three in five (59%) financial advisors say they recommend that clients allocate a portion of their assets to crypto, according to a December 2023 survey conducted by the Digital Assets Council of Financial Professionals and sponsored by Franklin Templeton Digital Assets.
  • "For more than a decade, financial advisors have largely been omitting bitcoin and other digital assets from their portfolio recommendations.
  • "It is essential that all advisors increase their knowledge of this new asset class so they can properly serve their clients."
  • Overall, two-thirds of advisors who recommend crypto to clients (67%) recommend allocations of 1% to 3% of assets.

Franklin Universal Trust (“FT” or the “Fund”) Announces Distribution

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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Franklin Universal Trust [NYSE: FT] today announced a monthly distribution from net investment income of $0.0425 per share, payable on March 28, 2024, to shareholders of record on March 19, 2024 (Ex-Dividend Date: March 18, 2024).

Key Points: 
  • Franklin Universal Trust [NYSE: FT] today announced a monthly distribution from net investment income of $0.0425 per share, payable on March 28, 2024, to shareholders of record on March 19, 2024 (Ex-Dividend Date: March 18, 2024).
  • Shareholders should not draw any conclusions about the Fund’s investment performance from the amount of the current distribution or from the terms of the Fund’s distribution policy.
  • For further information on Franklin Universal Trust, please visit our web site at: www.franklintempleton.com
    Franklin Resources, Inc. is a global investment management organization with subsidiaries operating as Franklin Templeton and serving clients in over 150 countries.
  • Franklin Templeton’s mission is to help clients achieve better outcomes through investment management expertise, wealth management and technology solutions.

ClearBridge Energy Midstream Opportunity Fund Inc. Announces Unaudited Balance Sheet Information as of February 29, 2024

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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ClearBridge Energy Midstream Opportunity Fund Inc. is a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company, which is advised by Franklin Templeton Fund Adviser, LLC (“FTFA”) (formerly known as Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC) and subadvised by ClearBridge Investments, LLC (“ClearBridge”).

Key Points: 
  • ClearBridge Energy Midstream Opportunity Fund Inc. is a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company, which is advised by Franklin Templeton Fund Adviser, LLC (“FTFA”) (formerly known as Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC) and subadvised by ClearBridge Investments, LLC (“ClearBridge”).
  • FTFA and ClearBridge are indirect, wholly-owned subsidiaries of Franklin Resources, Inc. (“Franklin Resources”).
  • To obtain information on Form N-PORT or a semi-annual or annual report from the Fund, shareholders can call 1-888-777-0102.
  • For more information about the Fund, please call 1-888-777-0102 or consult the Fund’s website at www.franklintempleton.com/investments/options/closed-end-funds .

ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Total Return Fund Inc. Announces Unaudited Balance Sheet Information as of February 29, 2024

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Total Return Fund Inc. is a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company, which is advised by Franklin Templeton Fund Adviser, LLC (“FTFA”) (formerly known as Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC) and subadvised by ClearBridge Investments, LLC (“ClearBridge”).

Key Points: 
  • ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Total Return Fund Inc. is a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company, which is advised by Franklin Templeton Fund Adviser, LLC (“FTFA”) (formerly known as Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC) and subadvised by ClearBridge Investments, LLC (“ClearBridge”).
  • FTFA and ClearBridge are indirect, wholly-owned subsidiaries of Franklin Resources, Inc. (“Franklin Resources”).
  • To obtain information on Form N-PORT or a semi-annual or annual report from the Fund, shareholders can call 1-888-777-0102.
  • For more information about the Fund, please call 1-888-777-0102 or consult the Fund’s website at www.franklintempleton.com/investments/options/closed-end-funds .

ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Fund Inc. Announces Unaudited Balance Sheet Information as of February 29, 2024

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Fund Inc. is a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company, which is advised by Franklin Templeton Fund Adviser, LLC (“FTFA”) (formerly known as Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC) and subadvised by ClearBridge Investments, LLC (“ClearBridge”).

Key Points: 
  • ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Fund Inc. is a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company, which is advised by Franklin Templeton Fund Adviser, LLC (“FTFA”) (formerly known as Legg Mason Partners Fund Advisor, LLC) and subadvised by ClearBridge Investments, LLC (“ClearBridge”).
  • FTFA and ClearBridge are indirect, wholly-owned subsidiaries of Franklin Resources, Inc. (“Franklin Resources”).
  • To obtain information on Form N-PORT or a semi-annual or annual report from the Fund, shareholders can call 1-888-777-0102.
  • For more information about the Fund, please call 1-888-777-0102 or consult the Fund’s website at www.franklintempleton.com/investments/options/closed-end-funds .

Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund (“TEI” or the “Fund”) Announces Distribution

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund [NYSE: TEI] today announced a monthly distribution from net investment income of $0.0475 per share, payable on March 28, 2024, to shareholders of record on March 19, 2024 (Ex-Dividend Date: March 18, 2024).

Key Points: 
  • Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund [NYSE: TEI] today announced a monthly distribution from net investment income of $0.0475 per share, payable on March 28, 2024, to shareholders of record on March 19, 2024 (Ex-Dividend Date: March 18, 2024).
  • To the extent that sufficient distributable income is not available on a monthly basis, the Fund will distribute long-term capital gains and/or return of capital in order to maintain its managed distribution rate.
  • A return of capital distribution does not necessarily reflect the Fund’s investment performance and should not be confused with “yield” or “income”.
  • For further information on Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund, please visit our web site at: www.franklintempleton.com
    Franklin Resources, Inc. is a global investment management organization with subsidiaries operating as Franklin Templeton and serving clients in over 150 countries.