Franklin Premier Income Trust
PPTFinancial ServicesNASDAQAsset Management · Last scanned Sep 7, 2026
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Daily timeframePart of the financial services sector, Franklin Premier Income Trust (PPT) is listed under Asset Management. The fund is co-managed by Putnam Investments Limited.
Market Cap
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Beta
0.27
P/E (TTM)
10.97
P/E (Fwd)
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EPS (TTM)
$0.31
EPS (Fwd)
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ROE
8.2%
ROA
2.1%
Cash
$2.4M
Total Debt
$0
Free CF
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52W Change
-8.1%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where PPT stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 3, 2026 close, PPT finished 0.59% above its 150-day moving average ($3.40) and 0.88% above its 200-day moving average ($3.39). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is PPT overbought or oversold?
At the September 3, 2026 close, PPT's RSI(14) was 43.2, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
Franklin Premier Income Trust reports $2.4M in cash and $0 in total debt. Return on equity stands at 8.2%, which is decent for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 2.1% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has grown from -$19.5M (2022) to $25.7M (2025), reflecting a 232% increase over the period.
PPT's low beta indicates it tends to be less volatile than the broader market, which may suit investors seeking more stable price behavior. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing PPT.