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Multi-Asset

FKIQX Franklin Income Fund

  • A record of consistent dividends. For over 75 years, Franklin Income Fund has paid uninterrupted dividends. (as of June 30, 2025).
  • Experienced portfolio management team. Portfolio managers Ed Perks, Brendan Circle, and Todd Brighton bring over 65 years of combined experience.
  • Broad diversification and dynamic. Utilizes a flexible multi-asset approach to income generation that dynamically allocates across equities, fixed income, and hybrid securities.
NAV 1 $-0.02(-0.79%)
$2.52
As of 03/18/2026
YTD Total Returns At NAV 2
2.54%
As of 03/18/2026
Total Net Assets
$80.52B
As of 02/28/2026 (Updated Monthly)
Morningstar Overall Rating™ 3
As of 02/28/2026

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Overview

Fund Facts

Fund description

The fund seeks to maximize income, while maintaining prospects for capital appreciation, by investing in a diversified portfolio of stocks and bonds.

Benchmark4
Blended 50% MSCI USA High Dividend Yield Index + 25% Bloomberg High Yield Very Liquid Index + 25% Bloomberg US Aggregate Index
Dividend Frequency, if any
Monthly
Distribution Rate at NAV5As of 03/18/2026 (Updated Daily)
5.29%
30-Day SEC Yield—With Waiver6,7,8As of 02/28/2026 (Updated Monthly)
2.84%
30-Day SEC Yield—Without Waiver7,8As of 02/28/2026 (Updated Monthly)
2.83%
Fund Inception Date
08/31/1948

Sales Charges, Expenses & Fees

As of 02/01/2026
Gross Expense Ratio9
0.71%
Net Expense Ratio9,10
0.71%
Maximum Initial Charge
3.75%
CDSC11
1.00%
12b-1 Fee
0.25%

Identifiers

Fund Number
1109
Ticker
FKIQX
CUSIP Code
353496490

Average Annual Total Returns

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Class A

  • 9.46%1 Year
  • 8.78%3 Years
  • 7.23%5 Years
  • 7.89%10 Years
  • 9.77%Since Inception
    08/31/1948

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 Asset Allocation

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As of 02/28/2026 % of Total (Updated Monthly)

Fixed Income47.62%
Equity28.05%
Convertibles/Equity-Linked Notes22.06%
Cash & Cash Equivalents2.26%

Additional Fund Info

Share Class Inception Date
09/10/2018
Investment Style
Income
Lipper Classification
Flexible Portfolio Funds
Morningstar Category12
Moderate Allocation

Hear Ed Perks answer the top questions on investors' minds today.

Manager and Commentary

About the Team

Franklin Income Investors

Franklin Income Investors has delivered consistent income for over 75 years. As pioneers in multi-asset income investing, our team takes a dynamic investment approach for investors seeking consistent income and growth.

Commentary Highlights

December 31, 2025
  • Markets:  US equities collectively delivered solid gains during the fourth quarter of 2025, maintaining their upward trajectory against a backdrop of generally robust corporate earnings, despite some mixed economic signals and investor concerns about stretched technology valuations. Continued monetary easing by the US Federal Reserve (Fed), along with a constructive shift in US-China relations, supported investor sentiment.
  • Contributors:  Allocations to both the fixed income and equity sides of the portfolio contributed to the fund’s absolute returns, while selection assisted relative results.
  • Detractors:  Underweight equity positioning and an overweight fixed income allocation slightly detracted from relative returns.
  • Outlook:  We believe fixed income yields remain historically attractive, and we are constructive on equity markets despite volatility within certain sectors. Broad diversification and a high degree of flexibility underpin our approach to navigating the year ahead. Our diversified portfolio is designed to pursue income stability while selectively participating in secular growth themes using tools like equity-linked notes.
Franklin Income Investors
[Edward D. Perkss avatar]

Managed Fund Since 2002

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Managed Fund Since 2019

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Managed Fund Since 2017

Portfolio Manager Profile
Years of Experience
Manager Location

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Performance

Calendar Year Returns

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As of 02/28/2026

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Class A - With Sales Charge (POP) (%)
Class A - Without Sales Charge (NAV) (%)
Blended 50% MSCI USA High Dividend Yield Index + 25% Bloomberg High Yield Very Liquid Index + 25% Bloomberg US Aggregate Index (%)

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 3

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Overall Morningstar Rating
Overall Morningstar Rating: 3 out of 5 stars  
As of 02/28/2026
3 Years
3 Years: 2 out of 5 stars  
465 Funds in category
5 Years
5 Years: 4 out of 5 stars  
444 Funds in category
10 Years
10 Years: 3 out of 5 stars  
371 Funds in category
Rating Category
Moderate Allocation

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. 

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Portfolio

Assets

As of02/28/2026 (Updated Monthly)

Total Net Assets
$80.52 Billion

Positions

As of 02/28/2026 (Updated Monthly)

Number of Issuers
Fund
234
Number of Equity Issuers
Fund
67
Number of FI Issuers
Fund
160
Number of Holdings
Fund
574
Number of Convertible Issuers
Fund
46

Portfolio Statistics

As of 02/28/2026 (Updated Monthly)

Price to Earnings (12-Month Trailing)
Fund
23.46x
Average Weighted Maturity
Fund
5.75 Years
Dividend Yield 13
Fund
5.41%
Price to Book
Fund
3.29x
Effective Duration
Fund
4.13 Years
Price to Cash Flow
Fund
13.36x

Asset Allocation

As of 02/28/2026 % of Total (Updated Monthly)

Holdings Fund
Fixed Income
47.62%
Equity
28.05%
Convertibles/Equity-Linked Notes
22.06%
Cash & Cash Equivalents
2.26%

 

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Holdings

As of 02/28/2026 (Updated Monthly)

Procter & Gamble Co/The COM NPV
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Exxon Mobil Corp COM NPV
United States Treasury Note/Bond 3.​875% 08/15/2033
Chevron Corp COM USD.​75
United States Treasury Note/Bond 4.​25% 05/15/2035
Southern Co/The COM USD5
PepsiCo Inc COM USD.​017
United States Treasury Note/Bond 4.​75% 05/15/2055
Home Depot Inc/The COM USD0.​05

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

Distribution Frequency
MonthlyThis fund is an ex-Dividend fund
Capital Gain Distributions
December

Rates and Yields Read important information about results and other investment disclosures

Distribution Rate & Breakpoints 5

As of 03/18/2026 (Updated Daily)
Less than $100,000 5.08%
$100,000 - $249,999 5.12%
$250,000 - $499,999 5.16%

Distribution Rate 5

As of 03/18/2026 (Updated Daily)
At Net Asset Value (NAV)  5.29%

30-Day SEC Yield 6,7,8

As of 02/28/2026 (Updated Monthly)
w/ Waiver 2.84%
w/o Waiver 2.83%

Final composition of the current year’s distribution—income, capital gains and/or return of capital—are based on US tax rules and will be determined by February of the following year. For tax characterization of a distribution, such as return of capital and tax-exempt income, click on the “Tax Information” tab above.

Distributions Per Share
Distributions with future dates are estimates and those figures are not final

02/27/2026
01/30/2026
01/02/2026

Annually, a fund must distribute all realized capital gains net of realized losses, so the fund will not be subject to an entity level income tax. A fund’s capital gain distribution in a particular year may be a result of the disposition of holdings that appreciated in value during prior years. Thus, while the fund may gain or lose value over the course of a year, a capital gain distribution paid by the fund may not be indicative of current performance of the fund.

The distributable amount of net capital gains are paid on a per-share basis to all investors who hold shares of the fund on the record date of the distribution and are recognized by the shareholder for tax purposes as of the ex-date of the distribution, regardless of when the gains or losses arose in the fund. Net gains on holdings held long term by the fund would be distributed to shareholders as a long-term capital gain distribution no matter how long the shareholder has owned shares in the fund.

Refer to the fund’s annual report or statement of additional information for specific information regarding distributions.

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Pricing

Pricing History

As of 03/18/2026 (Updated Daily)

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Daily Fund Prices and Breakpoints

As of 03/18/2026

Share Prices

As of 03/18/2026

NAV  1(Net Asset Value)
$2.52
NAV Change  1
$-0.02
NAV Change (%)  1
-0.79%
POP  14(Public Offering Price)
$2.62

POP and Sales Charge at Breakpoints

Less than $100,000
$100,000 - $249,999
$250,000 - $499,999

52-Week Range

Highest NAV As of 02/27/2026
$2.59
Lowest NAV As of 04/08/2025
$2.21
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Documents

Fund Literature
Name Download Add to Cart
Factsheet - Franklin Income FundDownload Document
Product Commentary - Franklin Income FundDownload Document
Brochure - Five reasons why investors buy and hold Franklin Income Fund (A Class)Download Document
Brochure - Five reasons why investors buy and hold Franklin Income Fund (Advisor Class)Download Document
Brochure - Franklin Income Fund: The Power of Income.Download Document
Flyer - Franklin Income Fund - Compounding in ActionDownload Document
Flyer - Franklin Income Fund A History of Consistent IncomeDownload Document
Flyer - Income Has Worked, No Matter the MarketDownload Document
Snapshot - Franklin Income Fund - Advisor ClassDownload Document
Regulatory Documents
Name Download Add to Cart
Annual Report - Franklin Income Fund - Class ADownload Document
Annual Financial Statements and Other Information - Franklin Custodian FundsDownload Document
Semi-Annual Report - Franklin Income Fund - Class ADownload Document
Semi-Annual Financial Statements and Other Information - Franklin Custodian FundsDownload Document
Prospectus - Franklin Custodian FundsDownload Document
Summary Prospectus - Franklin Income FundDownload Document
Statement of Additional Information - Franklin Custodian FundsMailed hardcopies unavailable.Download Document
Fiscal Q3 Holdings - Franklin Custodian FundsMailed hardcopies unavailable.Download Document

Risks

All investments involve risks, including possible loss of principal. Fixed income securities involve interest rate, credit, inflation and reinvestment risks, and possible loss of principal. As interest rates rise, the value of fixed income securities falls. Low-rated, high-yield bonds are subject to greater price volatility, illiquidity and possibility of default. Equity securities are subject to price fluctuation and possible loss of principal. Investments in equity-linked notes often have risks similar to their underlying securities, which could include management risk, market risk and, as applicable, foreign securities and currency risks.  To the extent the portfolio invests in a concentration of certain securities, regions or industries, it is subject to increased volatility. 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.

Total Returns include change in share price, assume reinvestment of all distributions, and reflect the deduction of fund expenses and applicable fees. Total returns, distribution rate, and yields reflect any applicable expense reductions and fee waivers; without these reductions, the results would have been lower.

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.

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

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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. 

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.

50% USA High Div Yield + 25% High Yield Very Liquid + 25% US Agg Index is composed of the Blended 50% MSCI USA High Dividend Yield Index + 25% Bloomberg High Yield Very Liquid Index + 25% Bloomberg US Aggregate Index.

The MSCI USA High Dividend Yield Index is designed to reflect the performance of mid- and large-cap equities (excluding REITs) with higher dividend income, which is sustainable and persistent, than average dividend yields of securities in the MSCI USA Index. The Bloomberg US High Yield Very Liquid Index (VLI) is a component of the US Corporate High Yield Index designed to track a more liquid component of the U.S. dollar-denominated, high-yield, fixed-rate corporate bond market. The Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index is comprised of investment-grade, U.S. dollar-denominated government, corporate, and mortgage- and asset-backed issues having at least one year to maturity.
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. Bloomberg Indices.

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. 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. ©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.

  4. The Bloomberg US High Yield Very Liquid Index (VLI) is a component of the US Corporate High Yield Index designed to track a more liquid component of the USD-denominated, high yield, fixed-rate corporate bond market.

    The MSCI USA High Dividend Yield Index is designed to reflect the performance of mid- and large-cap equities (excluding REITs) with higher dividend income, which is sustainable and persistent, than average dividend yields of securities in the MSCI USA Index, its parent index.

  5. Distribution Rate is calculated by annualizing the most recent distribution amount paid, divided by the NAV as of the date indicated. The Distribution Rate calculation includes income, may include capital gains and excludes special distributions. The Distribution Rate is subject to change and is not guaranteed nor a quotation of fund performance.

  6. With Waiver means the performance quote reflects any applicable expense reductions and fee waivers.

  7. During periods of rising inflation, fund yields can vary significantly from month-to-month and may not be repeated.

  8. 30-Day SEC Yield is calculated using the net income (interest and dividends) per share earned over a trailing 30-day period (annualized), divided by the fund’s share price at the end of that period. It may not equal the fund’s actual income distribution rate, which reflects the fund’s past dividends paid to shareholders.

  9. 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.

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

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

  12. ©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.

  13. Dividend yield is calculated without the deduction of fees and expenses. 

  14. 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.

  15. Prior to 3/1/19, these shares were offered at a higher initial sales charge of 4.25%; thus actual returns would have differed. Total returns with sales charges have been restated to reflect the current maximum initial sales charge of 3.75%. Effective 9/10/18 Class A shares closed to new investors, were renamed Class A1 shares, and a new Class A share with a different expense structure became available. Class A performance shown has been calculated as follows: (a) for periods prior to 9/10/18, a restated figure is used based on the fund's Class A1 performance and including any Rule 12b-1 rate differential as exists between Class A1 and Class A; and (b) for periods after 9/10/18, actual Class A performance is used, reflecting all charges and fees applicable to that class.

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