Dividend Grades
vs Financial Services sector| Metric | BEN | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 5.54% | 3.27% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 3.43% | 5.31% |
| Payout Ratio | 119.4% | 36.0% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | +23.6% | 8.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Financial Services sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
-17.31%
3-Year Growth
3.31%
5-Year Growth
3.43%
10-Year Growth
7.43%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Mar 31, 2026
Next Payment
Apr 10, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Dec 30, 2025
Last Payment
Jan 9, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.3300 | 0.00% |
| Dec 30, 2025 | $0.3300 | +3.13% |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.3200 | 0.00% |
| Jun 27, 2025 | $0.3200 | 0.00% |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.3200 | 0.00% |
| Dec 30, 2024 | $0.3200 | +3.23% |
| Sep 30, 2024 | $0.3100 | 0.00% |
| Jun 28, 2024 | $0.3100 | 0.00% |
| Mar 27, 2024 | $0.3100 | 0.00% |
| Jan 2, 2024 | $0.3100 | +3.33% |
| Sep 28, 2023 | $0.3000 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2023 | $0.3000 | 0.00% |
| Mar 30, 2023 | $0.3000 | 0.00% |
| Dec 29, 2022 | $0.3000 | +3.45% |
| Sep 29, 2022 | $0.2900 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2022 | $0.2900 | 0.00% |
| Mar 30, 2022 | $0.2900 | 0.00% |
| Dec 30, 2021 | $0.2900 | +3.57% |
| Sep 29, 2021 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2021 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
119.4%
HighFCF Payout Ratio
76.5%
ModerateFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | $0.46 | -$255.10M |
| Q1 2025 | $0.29 | -$217.00M |
| Q2 2025 | $0.26 | -$87.60M |
| Q3 2025 | $0.15 | $1.27B |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Franklin Resources, Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Franklin Resources, Inc. (BEN) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 5.54%.
What is BEN's dividend yield?
BEN's current dividend yield is 5.54%. The annual dividend is $1.29.
When is BEN's next ex-dividend date?
BEN's next ex-dividend date is Mar 31, 2026.
How many years has Franklin Resources, Inc. increased its dividend?
Franklin Resources, Inc. has increased its dividend for 0 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.