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Fixed Income

Franklin Intermediate High Yield Municipal SMA

Year to Date Returns (Net)
3.44%
As of 12/31/2025
Year to Date Returns (Pure Gross)
4.99%

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Overview

Product Facts

Strategy Description

The Franklin Intermediate High Yield Municipal SMA consists of individual municipal bonds including higher yielding, investment grade, below investment grade, and non rated bonds.

Benchmark
Bloomberg Municipal Bond Index
Inception Date
11/30/2022
Asset Class
Fixed Income
Yield to WorstAs of 03/31/2026 (Updated Monthly)
4.54%
Effective DurationAs of 03/31/2026 (Updated Monthly)
6.88 Years

Average Annual Total Returns

View performance section for additional info As of 02/28/2026
  • 4.10%1 Year
  • 4.48%3 Years
  • 5 Years
  • 10 Years
  • 4.13%Since Inception
    11/30/2022

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.

Manager and Commentary

About the Team

Franklin Templeton Fixed Income

A global leader in fixed income, the team strives to provide consistent and resilient returns by combining deep fundamental research with rigorous portfolio construction. This solutions-driven approach means maintaining portfolio and risk exposures that align with client expectations.

Commentary Highlights

December 31, 2025
  • Markets:  In the fourth quarter of 2025 (Q4) new issuance of municipal (muni) bonds increased 14% year-over-year compared to 2024, culminating in a new annual record with tax-exempt issuance surpassing $500 billion. By quarter end, the yield on the benchmark 10-year UST note moved two basis points (bps) higher to 4.17%, and the yield on the 30-year UST bond increased by 11 bps to 4.84%. The mid-November resolution of the US federal government shutdown supported sentiment through year-end. The Fed policy also drove overall returns, with three consecutive 25-bps rate cuts which were well received by the market. However, the future path of cuts grew ambiguous as Fed members were split on the need for further adjustments.
  • Contributors:  Overweight muni bonds with no external credit rating. Underweight bonds with longer maturities.
  • Detractors:  Overweight revenue-related muni bonds.
  • Outlook:  Municipal bond valuations continue to appear attractive, particularly on a tax-adjusted basis. In a more challenging environment, strong bottom-up research and disciplined security selection will be essential to identifying relative value and preserving portfolio quality.
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Composite Performance

Calendar Year Returns

As of 02/28/2026

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Franklin Intermediate High Yield Municipal SMA - Net (%)
Franklin Intermediate High Yield Municipal SMA - Pure Gross (%)
Bloomberg Municipal Bond Index (%)

The strategy returns shown are preliminary composite returns, subject to future revision (downward or upward). Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. An investment in this strategy can lose value.  

Performance data represents past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance data quoted. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate with market conditions, and you may have a gain or loss when you sell your shares. Periods less than one year are not annualized. Performance results are for the composite which includes all actual, fully discretionary accounts with substantially similar investment policies and objectives managed to the composite's investment strategy. Composite returns are stated in U.S. dollars and assume reinvestment of any dividends, interest income, capital gains, or other earnings. The composite may include account(s) that are gross of fees and pure gross of fees. “Pure” gross-of-fee returns do not reflect the deduction of any expenses, including transaction costs. A traditional (or "true") gross-of-fee return reflects performance after the reduction of transaction costs but before the reduction of the investment advisory fee. The gross-of-fee return may include a blend of "true" gross-of-fee returns for non-wrap accounts and "pure” gross-of-fee returns for wrap accounts. Net-of-fee returns is reduced by a model “wrap fee” (1.5% is the maximum anticipated wrap fee for fixed income portfolios) which includes trading expenses as well as investment management, administrative and custodial fees. The model wrap fee used represents the highest anticipated wrap fee applicable to the strategy. Actual fees and account minimums may vary.   

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Portfolio

Portfolio Statistics

As of 03/31/2026 (Updated Monthly)

Weighted Average Maturity
Portfolio
18.94 Years
Weighted Average Price
Portfolio
99.43
Yield to Worst 1
Portfolio
4.54%
Yield to Maturity 2
Portfolio
4.58%
Effective Duration
Portfolio
6.88 Years
Weighted Average Coupon 3
Portfolio
4.90%

Information is based on the composite.

Maturity Allocation

As of 03/31/2026 % of Total (Updated Monthly)

Maturity Portfolio
1 to 2 Years 1.61%
2 to 3 Years 1.07%
3 to 5 Years 13.95%
5 to 7 Years 23.92%
7 to 10 Years 4.35%
10 to 15 Years 10.42%
15 to 20 Years 16.03%
20 to 30 Years 22.19%
30+ Years 6.46%

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Source: Franklin Templeton. Portfolio characteristics are based on a model portfolio, not an actual client account. The model portfolio is a hypothetical portfolio whereby the portfolio characteristics are based on simulated trading and account activity of a client account invested in this strategy. The model portfolio assumes no withdrawals, contributions, or client-imposed restrictions. Portfolio characteristics of individual client accounts may differ from those of the model portfolio as a result of account size, client-imposed restrictions, the timing of client investments, market conditions, contributions, withdrawals and other factors. Yield figures quoted should not be used as an indication of the income that has or will be received. Yield figures are based on the portfolio’s underlying holdings and do not represent a payout of the portfolio. Past performance is not an indicator or a guarantee of future performance.

Top Securities

As of 03/31/2026 (Updated Monthly)

Holdings Portfolio
PUERTO RICO SALES TAX FING COR PRCGEN 5.000 07/01/58
4.56%
NEW JERSEY ST TRANSPRTN TRUST NJSTRN 4.000 06/15/40
4.53%
PUERTO RICO CMWLTH PRC 5.625 07/01/29
3.52%
CHICAGO IL BRD OF EDU CHIEDU 5.500 12/01/31
2.91%
MET PIER & EXPOSITION AUTH IL MPNFAC 4.000 06/15/50
2.72%
BLACK BELT ENERGY GAS DIST AL BBEUTL 4.000 06/01/51
2.64%
SOUTHEAST ENERGY AUTH AL COMMO SEEPWR 5.500 01/01/53
2.63%
TENNERGY CORP TN GAS REVENUE TGYPWR 5.500 10/01/53
2.63%
TENNESSEE ENERGY ACQUISITION C TNSUTL 5.000 05/01/52
2.62%
SOUTHEAST ENERGY AUTH AL COMMO SEEPWR 5.250 01/01/54
2.58%

 

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Holdings of the same issuers have been combined. All data is subject to change. The information provided is not a recommendation to purchase, sell, or hold any particular security. The portfolio manager reserves the right to withhold release of information with respect to holdings that would otherwise be included. Weightings as percent of total. Percentage may not total 100% due to rounding. 

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Documents

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Factsheet - Franklin Intermediate High Yield Municipal SMADownload Document
Product Commentary - Franklin Intermediate High Yield Municipal SMADownload Document
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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. Investments in underlying funds are subject to the same risks as, and indirectly bear the fees and expenses of, the underlying funds. Liquidity risk exists when securities or other investments become more difficult to sell, or are unable to be sold, at the price at which they have been valued. Active management does not ensure gains or protect against market declines. Portfolios focused on a single state are subject to greater risk of adverse economic and regulatory changes than a geographically diversified portfolio.

Separately Managed Accounts (SMAs) are investment services provided by Franklin Templeton Private Portfolio Group, LLC (FTPPG), a federally registered investment advisor. Client portfolios are managed based on investment instructions or advice provided by affiliated subadvisors of Franklin Templeton. Management is implemented by FTPPG, the designated subadvisor or, in the case of certain programs, the program sponsor or its designee. 

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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 Bloomberg Municipal Bond Index is a broad measure of the municipal bond market with maturities of at least one year.
Source: Bloomberg Indices.

All entities mentioned are Franklin Templeton affiliated companies. Investment Products: NOT FDIC INSURED | NO BANK GUARANTEE | MAY LOSE VALUE.

Footnotes

  1. Yield to Worst is calculated without the deduction of fees and expenses. 

  2. Yield to Maturity is calculated without the deduction of fees and expenses.

  3. Weighted Average Coupon is calculated without the deduction of fees and expenses.

  4. Credit Quality is a measure of a bond issuer's ability to repay interest and principal in a timely manner. The credit ratings shown are based on each portfolio security's rating as provided by S&P Global Ratings, Moody's Investors Service and/or Fitch Ratings, Inc. and typically range from AAA (highest) to D (lowest), or an equivalent and/or similar rating. For this purpose, the manager assigns each security the middle rating from these three agencies. When only two agencies provide ratings, the lower of the two ratings will be assigned. When only one agency assigns a rating, that rating will be used. Foreign government bonds without a specific rating are assigned a country rating, if available. Securities that are unrated by all three agencies are reflected as such. The credit quality of the investments in the portfolio does not apply to the stability or safety of the portfolio. The methodology used for the calculation of credit quality ratings displayed may differ from the methodology for monitoring investment limits, if applicable. Please note, the portfolio itself has not been rated by an independent rating agency.

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