Franklin Resources, Inc.
BENFinancial ServicesNASDAQAsset Management
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Daily timeframeFranklin Resources, Inc. is a publicly owned asset investment manager. Valued at $16.17B, BEN is a large-cap name in its sector. Through its subsidiaries, the firm provides its services to individuals, institutions, pension plans, trusts, and partnerships.
Market Cap
$16.17B
Beta
1.59
P/E (TTM)
23.76
P/E (Fwd)
10.51
EPS (TTM)
$1.31
EPS (Fwd)
$2.96
ROE
6.7%
ROA
2.6%
Cash
$2.57B
Total Debt
$3.43B
Free CF
-$242.1M
52W Change
45.7%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
The company holds $2.57B in cash, though total debt stands at $3.43B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$242.1M. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. ROE of 6.7% points to modest capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 2.6% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $8.28B (2022) to $8.77B (2025).
With a beta above 1.5, BEN tends to amplify broader market moves — both up and down. This higher volatility means larger price swings are common. Negative free cash flow means the company is currently spending more than it generates, which may require future fundraising or debt if the trend continues. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing BEN's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.