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FNGAX Franklin International Growth Fund

  • Global Diversification. Foreign investments may provide additional portfolio diversification as international markets often move out of step with the U.S. market.
  • International Opportunity. Many of the world's most prominent corporations are headquartered overseas, and investors who add international holdings to their portfolios can take advantage of a broader array of opportunity.
  • Multinational Company Exposure. We invest in mid- and large-cap international companies that have a presence in multiple countries and regions around the world, making these companies less likely to be as affected by adverse economic or political situations in any given country.

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NAV 1 $-0.07(-0.40%)
$17.58
As of 11/14/2025
YTD Total Returns At NAV 2
8.72%
As of 11/14/2025
Total Net Assets
$803.68M
As of 10/31/2025 (Updated Monthly)

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Franklin International Growth Fund - Class A - FNGAX

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Overview

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Fund Facts

Fund description

The fund seeks capital appreciation by investing predominantly in the equity securities of mid-and large capitalization companies outside the U.S. with long-term growth potential.

Benchmark
MSCI EAFE Index-NR
Fund Inception Date
06/03/2008
Dividend Frequency, if any
Annually
Portfolio Turnover
26%

Sales Charges, Expenses & Fees

As of 12/01/2024
Gross Expense Ratio3
1.20%
Net Expense Ratio3,4

Expense Limitation

Expense Waiver Type: Contractual fee waiver, expense cap and/or reimbursement
Expense Limitation Expires: 11/30/2025

1.12%
Maximum Initial Charge
5.50%
CDSC5
1.00%
12b-1 Fee
0.25%

Identifiers

Ticker
FNGAX
Fund Number
429
CUSIP Code
353533730

Average Annual Total Returns As of 10/31/2025

View performance section for additional info As of 10/31/2025

Class A

  • 2.07%1 Year
  • 9.46%3 Years
  • 0.31%5 Years
  • 6.02%10 Years
  • 4.17%Since Inception
    06/03/2008

Performance data quoted represents past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Investment return and principal value of an investment will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when sold or redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. Current performance may be lower or higher than the figures shown.

Top Sectors

Portfolio breakdown percentages may not total 100% and may be negative due to rounding, use of any derivatives, unsettled trades or other factors.

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As of 10/31/2025 % of Total (Updated Monthly)

Capital Goods15.46%
Software & Services13.79%
Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment11.40%
Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Life Sciences10.73%
Financial Services7.89%
Top Sectors

Additional Fund Info

Share Class Inception Date
06/03/2008
Investment Style
Growth
Lipper Classification
International Multi-Cap Growth
Morningstar Category
Foreign Large Growth

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Manager and Commentary

About the Team

Franklin Equity Group

Growth equity managers with a focus on in-depth fundamental research, we offer expertise in managing global, U.S. and sector-specific strategies across the market capitalization spectrum. Our center of gravity in Silicon Valley allows us to follow companies across their private to public life cycles, developing deeper insights into future industry trends and identifying potential disruptors.

Commentary Highlights

September 30 2025
  • Markets: International equities collectively moved higher over the third quarter of 2025, though lagging the gains seen in other regions. Despite some volatility during the quarter, investors welcomed easing trade tensions, optimism surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) advancements as well as the US Federal Reserve’s policy interest-rate cut and its signaling of potential further monetary easing.
  • Contributors: Stock selection in the energy and health care sectors bolstered returns relative to the MSCI EAFE Index-NR.
  • Detractors: Stock selection in the materials and consumer discretionary sectors hindered relative returns.
  • Outlook: We believe we are entering a more constructive economic and market environment, with potential inflection points including a more favorable interest-rate environment and improved market breadth

For complete information, please see the full commentary

Franklin Equity Group
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Managed Fund Since 2021

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Managed Fund Since 2025

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Managed Fund Since 2014

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October 1, 2025

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Performance

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Class A - With Sales Charge (POP) (%)
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Class A - Without Sales Charge (NAV) (%)
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Performance data quoted represents past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher than the figures shown. Principal value and investment returns will fluctuate, and investors' shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. Performance would have been lower if fees had not been waived in various periods. Total returns assume the reinvestment of all distributions and the deduction of all Fund expenses. Returns with sales charge reflect a deduction of the stated maximum sales charge. Returns without sales charge would have been lower had sales charges been reflected. An investor cannot invest directly in an index, and unmanaged index returns do not reflect any fees, expenses or sales charges. Returns for periods of less than one year are not annualized. 

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Ratings 8

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Overall Morningstar Rating
Overall Morningstar Rating: 2 out of 5 stars  
As of 10/31/2025
3 Years
3 Years: 1 out of 5 stars  
373 Funds in category
5 Years
5 Years: 1 out of 5 stars  
342 Funds in category
10 Years
10 Years: 2 out of 5 stars  
224 Funds in category
Rating Category
Foreign Large Growth

The fund's overall Morningstar Rating measures risk-adjusted returns and is derived from a weighted average of the performance figures associated with its 3-, 5- and 10-year (if applicable) rating metrics. 

Morningstar Style Box
As of 10/31/2025
Current Historical
Large
Medium
Small
Value Blend Growth
Style
Size

Source: Morningstar®. The style box reveals a fund's investment style. For equity funds, the vertical axis shows the market capitalization of the long stocks owned, and the horizontal axis shows the investment style (value, blend, or growth). For fixed income funds, the vertical axis shows the credit quality based on credit ratings and the horizontal axis shows interest-rate sensitivity as measured by effective duration. Placement is determined by fund portfolio holding figures most recently entered into Morningstar's database and corresponding market conditions. Shaded areas show the past 3 years of quarterly data. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

©2025 Morningstar, Inc. All rights reserved. The information contained herein: (1) is proprietary to Morningstar and/or its content providers; (2) may not be copied or distributed and (3) is not warranted to be accurate, complete or timely. Neither Morningstar nor its content providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.

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Portfolio

Assets

As of10/31/2025 (Updated Monthly)

Total Net Assets
$803.68 Million

Positions

As of 10/31/2025 (Updated Monthly)

Number of Issuers
Fund
35
Benchmark

MSCI EAFE Index-NR

693

Portfolio Statistics

As of 10/31/2025 (Updated Monthly)

Price to Book

The price per share of a stock divided by its book value (i.e., net worth) per share. For a portfolio, the ratio is the weighted average price/book ratio of the stocks it holds.

Fund
4.79x
Benchmark

MSCI EAFE Index-NR

2.15x
Weighted Average Market Capitalization (USD)

A determination of a company's value, calculated by multiplying the total number of company stock shares outstanding by the price per share. For a portfolio, the value represents a weighted average based on the stocks held.

Fund
$68.52 Billion
Benchmark

MSCI EAFE Index-NR

$89.33 Billion
Price to Earnings (12-Month Forward)

A measure of the price to earnings ratio for a stock using the forecasted earnings for the next 12 months. For a portfolio, the value represents a weighted average of the stocks it holds.

Fund
28.72x
Benchmark

MSCI EAFE Index-NR

16.56x
Price to Cash Flow

Supplements price/earnings ratio as a measure of relative value for a stock. For a portfolio, the value represents a weighted average of the stocks it holds.

Fund
21.28x
Benchmark

MSCI EAFE Index-NR

9.51x

Geographic Allocation

As of 10/31/2025 % of Total (Updated Monthly)

Geographic Allocation
Geography Fund
Benchmark

MSCI EAFE Index-NR

Europe

58.81% 51.72%
Switzerland 21.31% 9.26%
Germany 15.13% 9.56%
Israel 8.64% 1.06%
Netherlands 6.38% 4.99%
Denmark 3.70% 1.82%
Spain 2.89% 3.63%
France 0.76% 10.90%

United Kingdom

12.19% 14.79%
United Kingdom 12.19% 14.79%

Japan

9.76% 22.83%
Japan 9.76% 22.83%

North America

8.08% —
Canada 8.08% —

Asia/Pacific Ex Japan

6.67% 10.67%
Australia 6.67% 6.68%

Emerging Markets

3.72% —
Brazil 3.72% —

Cash & Cash Equivalents

0.78% —
Cash & Cash Equivalents 0.78% —

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Holdings

As of 09/30/2025 (Updated Monthly)

Interroll Holding AG ORD CHF15
MTU Aero Engines AG ORD EUR1
CyberArk Software Ltd ORD USD.01
CTS Eventim AG & Co KGaA ORD EUR1
Disco Corp ORD JPY NPV
ICG PLC ORD GBP.2625
MercadoLibre Inc COM USD NPV
Argenx SE SPONSORED ADR
NOVA LTD ORD USD 1
DSV A/S ORD DKK1

Portfolio holdings are based on the total portfolio and are subject to change at any time. Holdings are provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as a recommendation to purchase or sell any security. 

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Distributions & Tax

Federal ID Number 26-2093919

For information on tax years prior to 2008, please contact us

These amounts represent distributions paid by the fund, foreign taxes passed through (if any), and other distribution characteristics for the calendar year selected. These amounts are reported to shareholders on Form 1099-DIV.

Distributions per Share ($)

Estimated distributions can change depending on current market conditions and number of shares outstanding. Changes can occur up to the record date. Estimates don't include ordinary income distributions the funds may be making. A fund's capital gain distributions per share will be the same for each share class. All dates and distributions are subject to board approval.

Tax Information
Record Date

For daily accrual funds, the date displayed is the pay date for the fund.

Ordinary Dividends

Dividends paid by a fund that are derived from interest, dividends, net short-term capital gains and other types of ordinary income earned by the fund. For a fund that elects to pass through its foreign taxes paid (a non-cash item), a shareholder's allotted share of foreign taxes has been added to the “Ordinary Dividends” cash distributions received by the shareholder. If the fund passed through foreign taxes paid and later is refunded any portion of those taxes by a foreign tax authority, any interest paid to the fund on that refund is also required to be included in “Ordinary Dividends”.

Qualified Dividends

The portion of a fund’s “Ordinary Dividends” that may be eligible for a reduced capital gain tax rate. To be eligible for the lower tax rates, certain holding periods apply and shareholders should consult their tax advisor to determine the amount eligible for the reduced rate. This amount represents both cash distributions and non-cash amounts, such as foreign taxes paid, that have been allocated to shareholders.

Capital Gain Distributions

The net long-term gains recognized by a fund from the sale of securities and other assets. These distributions may be eligible for a reduced capital gain tax rate.

Unrecaptured Section 1250 Gain

The portion of a fund’s “Capital Gain Distributions” related to certain depreciable real property—typically derived from a fund’s real estate investment trusts holdings. Unrecaptured section 1250 gains are usually taxed at a higher tax rate than general “Capital Gain Distributions”.

Non-Taxable Return Of Capital

Also known as a “Return of Capital”, occurs when a shareholder receives a portion of their investment that is not considered income or capital gains. These amounts are not taxed currently but may reduce the cost basis of the shares related to the distribution.

Section 199a Dividends

The portion of a fund’s “Ordinary Dividends” generated by a real estate investment trust or earned by a fund from its investments in real estate investment trusts, subject to limitations. Individual (non-corporate) shareholders may be entitled to a special deduction from gross income for “Section 199A Dividends” received from a fund. To qualify for this deduction certain holding periods apply and shareholders should consult their tax advisor.

Foreign Tax Paid

Shareholder’s pro-rata portion of foreign taxes paid by the fund to non-US tax authorities. A shareholder may be eligible to claim these as a credit or take a deduction on their tax return and should consult their tax advisor.

Exempt Interest Dividends

Represent the net tax-exempt income earned by the fund from municipal bonds and other tax-exempt securities. This income is typically not subject to federal income tax but may be subject to state and or alternative minimum tax. Shareholders should consult their tax advisor if they have any questions.

Interest on Tax Reclaim Refunds

Interest paid by European countries on historical overwithholding of taxes by the foreign governments related to dividends and interest paid to the mutual fund. The reclaimed taxes are now being refunded as a result of various court rulings. In accordance with IRS Notice 2016-10, the mutual fund is required to report the interest on the reclaimed taxes on Form 1099-DIV

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Supplemental Tax Information

Foreign Source Income

The portion of “Ordinary Dividends” attributable to foreign securities held by a fund.

40.90%
Foreign Source Qualified Dividends

The portion of “Ordinary Dividends” attributable to qualified dividends earned by a fund from foreign sources.

40.90%
Direct U.S. Government Obligations

The portion of “Ordinary Dividends” attributable to earnings from US Treasury and certain other government securities may be categorized as a fund containing US government obligations. This income may be exempt from state personal income taxes. The percentage for direct US government obligation interests available for tax-exempt treatment may be limited in states that require the fund to meet certain minimum thresholds. Shareholders should consult their tax advisor to determine the availability of exemptions in their state.

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Specified Private Activity Bond Interest

The portion of “Exempt-Interest Dividends” generated from specified private activity bond income and subject to the alternative minimum tax. Shareholders should consult their tax advisor about applicability.

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Dividends Received Deduction

The portion of a fund’s “Ordinary Dividends” related to dividends received from taxable domestic corporations. Corporate shareholders may be entitled to a special deduction from gross income based on the “Dividends Received Deduction” received from a fund. To qualify for this deduction certain holding periods apply and shareholders should consult their tax advisor.

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Section 163(j)

The portion of “Ordinary Dividends” related to business interest income. Corporate shareholders may be able to deduct business interest expenses based on the Section 163(j) dividends received from a fund. Certain holding periods apply and shareholders should consult their tax advisor about applicability.

5.26%
Indiana Resident Taxable Income

The portion of “Exempt-Interest Dividends” subject to Indiana income tax. Subject to certain exceptions, the state of Indiana provides that income earned from non-federal government entities outside of Indiana (non-Indiana municipal bonds) is taxable for Indiana resident shareholders. Shareholders should consult their tax advisor about applicability.

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Utah Resident Taxable Income

The portion of “Exempt-Interest Dividends” subject to Utah income tax. Subject to certain exceptions, the state of Utah provides that income earned from non-federal government entities outside of Utah (non-Utah municipal bonds) is taxable to Utah resident shareholders. Income earned from states that do not tax Utah obligations are also exempt. Shareholders should consult their tax advisor about applicability.

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Daily Fund Prices and Breakpoints

As of 11/14/2025

Share Prices

As of 11/14/2025

NAV  1(Net Asset Value)
$17.58
NAV Change  1
$-0.07
NAV Change (%)  1
-0.40%
POP  6(Public Offering Price)
$18.60

POP and Sales Charge at Breakpoints

Less than $25,000
$25,000 - $49,999
$50,000 - $99,999
$100,000 - $249,999
$250,000 - $499,999
$500,000 - $749,999
$750,000 - $999,999

52-Week Range

Highest NAV As of 10/06/2025
$18.73
Lowest NAV As of 04/07/2025
$14.17

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Risks

All investments involve risks, including possible loss of principal. The investment style may become out of favor, which may have a negative impact on performance. International investments are subject to special risks, including currency fluctuations and social, economic and political uncertainties, which could increase volatility. These risks are magnified in emerging markets. The manager may consider environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria in the research or investment process; however, ESG considerations may not be a determinative factor in security selection. In addition, the manager may not assess every investment for ESG criteria, and not every ESG factor may be identified or evaluated. These and other risks are discussed in the fund’s prospectus.

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Most funds offer multiple share classes. Share classes are subject to different fees and expenses, which will affect their performance. 

Certain share classes are only offered to eligible investors as stated in the prospectus. Different minimums may apply to clients of certain service agents. All classes of shares are not available through all distribution channels. See the Fund's prospectus for additional information.

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Reports and other information about the funds are available on the EDGAR Database on the SEC's Internet site at www.sec.gov.

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Performance data quoted represents past performance, which does not guarantee future results. 

CFA® and Chartered Financial Analyst® are trademarks owned by CFA Institute.

Indexes are unmanaged and one cannot invest directly in an index. They do not reflect any fees, expenses or sales charges. 

The MSCI EAFE Index is a free float-adjusted market capitalization-weighted index designed to measure developed market equity performance, excluding the U.S. and Canada.
Source: MSCI makes no warranties and shall have no liability with respect to any MSCI data reproduced herein. No further redistribution or use is permitted. This report is not prepared or endorsed by MSCI.

Net Returns (NR) include income net of tax withholding when dividends are paid.

The MSCI EAFE Index is a free float-adjusted market capitalization-weighted index designed to measure developed market equity performance, excluding the U.S. and Canada.
Source: MSCI makes no warranties and shall have no liability with respect to any MSCI data reproduced herein. No further redistribution or use is permitted. This report is not prepared or endorsed by MSCI.

Net Returns (NR) include income net of tax withholding when dividends are paid.

Investors should carefully consider a fund's investment goals, risks, sales charges and expenses before investing. The prospectus contains this and other information. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing or sending money.

Footnotes

  1. Net Asset Value - the amount per share you would receive if you sold shares that day. NAV Change indicates a change in the Net Asset Value from the previous business day.

  2. Figures are aggregate total return figures, have not been annualized and represent the change in value of an investment over the period indicated.

  3. Gross Expense Ratio reflects the total annual operating expenses for the share class shown, prior to the deduction of any waiver or reimbursement. Actual expenses may be higher and may impact portfolio returns. Net Expense Ratio reflects total expenses after any fee waivers, implemented expense caps or reimbursements. If a fund has contractual fee waivers, expense caps and/or reimbursements, the expiration date can be found by clicking on the information button next to the net expense ratio. Additional amounts may be voluntarily waived and/or reimbursed and may be modified or discontinued at any time without notice. Expense ratios are as of the most recent prospectus or annual report.

  4. Net Expense Ratio represents the expense ratio applicable to investors. 

  5. For net asset value (NAV) purchases, a 1% contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) may apply to shares redeemed within 18 months.

  6. Public Offering Price – the purchase price for each share of the fund on a given day.  It includes the maximum initial sales charge, if any.

  7. Prior to 9/10/18, these shares were offered at a higher initial sales charge of 5.75%; thus actual returns would have differed. Total returns with sales charges have been restated to reflect the current maximum initial sales charge of 5.50%.

  8. The Morningstar Rating™ for funds, or “star rating”, is calculated for managed products with at least a three-year history, and subject to change monthly. Exchange-traded funds and open-ended mutual funds are considered a single population for comparative purposes. It is calculated based on a Morningstar Risk Adjusted Return measure that accounts for variation in a managed product’s monthly excess performance, placing more emphasis on downward variations and rewarding consistent performance. The top 10% of products in each product category receive 5 stars, the next 22.5% receive 4 stars, the next 35% receive 3 stars, the next 22.5% receive 2 stars, and the bottom 10% receive 1 star. The Overall Morningstar Rating is derived from a weighted average of the performance figures associated with its three-, five-, and 10-year (if applicable) Morningstar Rating metrics. The weights are: 100% three-year rating for 36-59 months of total return, 60% five-year rating/40% three-year rating for 60-119 months of total returns, and 50% 10-year rating/30% five-year rating/20% three-year rating for 120 or more months of total return. While the 10-year overall star rating formula seems to give the most weight to the 10-year period, the most recent three-year period actually has the greatest impact because it is included in all three rating periods. Ratings do not take into account the effects of sales charges and loads. Morningstar Rating is for the specified share class(es) only; other classes may have different performance characteristics. 
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