Managed Fund Since 2024
FLHY Franklin High Yield Corporate ETF
- Active management. Pursues strong risk-adjusted returns and a high level of current income through security selection, industry allocation, duration management and cross-border opportunities in the high-yield bond universe.
- Disciplined investment process. Highest conviction research ideas are expected to be key drivers of alpha. Long-term investment horizon and keen risk management allows the team to be contrarian during bouts of market volatility.
- Expertise. Managed by a seasoned investment team specializing in high-yield corporate bonds since 1969, utilizing a large and experienced global credit research analyst team.
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Overview
Fund Facts
Fund description
The fund seeks a high level of current income with a secondary goal of seeking capital appreciation. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in high yield corporate debt securities and investments that provide exposure to high yield corporate debt securities.
- Benchmark
- ICE BofA US High Yield Constrained Index
- Fund Inception Date
- 05/30/2018
- Listing Exchange
- Cboe
- Dividend Frequency, if any
- Monthly
- Distribution Rate at NAV
4 As of 07/23/2026 (Updated Daily) - 6.41%
Identifiers
- Ticker
- FLHY
- CUSIP Code
- 35473P629
- ISIN Code
- US35473P6299
- Bloomberg Code
- FLHY US
Average Annual Total Returns As of 06/30/2026
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. Returns are based on Market Price or NAV, assume the reinvestment of all distributions and the deduction of all Fund expenses. Performance would have been lower if expenses had not been waived in various periods. Returns for periods of less than one year are not annualized.
- 6.38%1 Year
- 9.07%3 Years
- 4.57%5 Years
- —10 Years
- 5.95%Since Inception
05/30/2018
Top Sectors
As of 07/23/2026 % of Total (Updated Daily)
Energy13.67% | |
Finance12.72% | |
Technology9.77% | |
Health Care6.60% | |
Media (Non-Cable)5.63% |
Additional Fund Info
- Fiscal Year End
- March 31
- ETF Type
- Active
- Morningstar Category
10 - High Yield Bond
Trading Characteristics
As of 07/23/2026 (Updated Daily)- Shares Outstanding
- 50,500,000
- Daily Volume
- 186,430
- 20-Day Average Volume
- 267762.36
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
June 30, 2026- Markets: Global growth data released during the second quarter of 2026 painted a generally resilient picture despite the ongoing war in the Middle East, although the euro area remained a pocket of weakness. Inflation rates were mostly higher, partly as the effects of higher energy prices related to the war fed into the data. The US dollar (USD) rose modestly over the quarter, supported by a more hawkish view of US policy rates. The US Federal Reserve (Fed) kept the fed funds rate unchanged over the quarter at 3.50 to 3.75%, although its tone turned more hawkish at its June meeting.
- High-yield (HY) bond yields and spreads rose during the period, as investors remained positive on active capital markets, progress towards a resolution to the conflict in the Middle East and hawkish Fed commentary. HY returns were solid throughout the quarter, following a continued rise in equities and somewhat easing US-Iran tensions. Against this backdrop, HY bonds ended the quarter strong, posting positive returns, with the BB-rated cohort outperforming.
- The US HY default rate (including distressed exchanges) increased somewhat during the period, but is still below long-term averages. Regarding the primary market, monthly new issuance continued its trend of active capital markets in a period of strong performance. Meanwhile, HY funds reported a monthly inflow worth $2.3 billion in June, continuing the positive trend from both April and May.
- Overall Contributors: Ratings-quality tilt was the primary driver of the fund’s positive performance. Currency exposures and industry allocations also moderately contributed to results.
- Overall Detractors: Yield curve positioning was the primary detractor from performance during the quarter. Security selection also had a modestly negative impact on results.
- Outlook: We believe that yields and sub-par dollar prices remain attractive, while spreads remain at levels that are fair (but not compelling), in our view.
Managed Fund Since 2018
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Latest Insights
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Performance
Average Annual Total Returns
As of 06/30/2026
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. Returns are based on Market Price or NAV, assume the reinvestment of all distributions and the deduction of all Fund expenses. Performance would have been lower if expenses had not been waived in various periods. Returns for periods of less than one year are not annualized.
- 1 Year
- 6.38
- 3 Years
- 9.07
- 5 Years
- 4.57
- Since Inception(05/30/2018)
- 5.95
- 1 Year
- 6.60
- 3 Years
- 9.14
- 5 Years
- 4.56
- Since Inception(05/30/2018)
- 5.95
- 1 Year
- 5.74
- 3 Years
- 8.79
- 5 Years
- 4.13
- Since Inception(05/30/2018)
- 5.24
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Portfolio
Assets
As of07/26/2026 (Updated Daily)
- Total Net Assets
- $1.21 Billion
Positions
As of 07/23/2026 (Updated Daily)
- Fund
- 291
Portfolio Statistics
As of 07/23/2026 (Updated Daily)
- Fund
- 3.09 Years
- Benchmark
- 3.03 Years
- Fund
- 214BPS
- Benchmark
- 277BPS
- Fund
- 4.05 Years
- Benchmark
- 3.89 Years
Asset Allocation
As of 06/30/2026 % of Total (Updated Monthly)
| Holdings | Fund |
|---|---|
Fixed Income | 98.11% |
Equity | 0.01% |
Cash & Cash Equivalents | 1.88% |
Holdings
As of 07/23/2026 (Updated Daily)
Distributions & Tax
Federal ID Number 82-4779434
For information on tax years prior to 2008, please contact usThese amounts represent distributions paid by the fund, foreign taxes passed through (if any), and other distribution characteristics for the calendar year selected. These amounts are reported to shareholders on Form 1099-DIV.
Distributions per Share ($)
Supplemental Tax Information
- Foreign Source Income
- —
- Foreign Source Qualified Dividends
- —
- Direct U.S. Government Obligations
- 1.20%
- Specified Private Activity Bond Interest
- —
- Dividends Received Deduction
- —
- Section 163(j)
- 100.00%
- Indiana Resident Taxable Income
- —
- Utah Resident Taxable Income
- —
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Pricing
Pricing History
As of 07/24/2026 (Updated Daily)
Daily Fund Prices
As of 07/24/2026
Share Prices
As of 07/24/2026
52-Week Range
- Highest NAV
As of 01/27/2026 - $24.59
- Lowest NAV
As of 03/27/2026 - $23.90
- Highest Market Price
As of 01/29/2026 - $24.61
- Lowest Market Price
As of 03/27/2026 - $23.86
Premium / Discount
As of 07/24/2026
- 30-Day Median Bid/Ask Spread
- 0.04%
- Bid / Ask Spread
- $0.01
- Avg. of Market Price vs. NAV since Inception
- 0.15%
- Avg. of Market Price vs. NAV at Close
12 - 0.04%
Documents
Fund Literature
Regulatory Documents
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. Distributions are not guaranteed and are subject to change. Low-rated, high-yield bonds are subject to greater price volatility, illiquidity and possibility of default. Changes in the credit rating of a bond, or in the credit rating or financial strength of a bond’s issuer, insurer or guarantor, may affect the bond’s value. 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. Derivative instruments can be illiquid, may disproportionately increase losses, and have a potentially large impact on performance. 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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ETFs trade like stocks, fluctuate in market value and may trade at prices above or below their net asset value. Brokerage commissions and ETF expenses will reduce returns. ETF shares may be bought or sold throughout the day at their market price (MP), not their Net Asset Value (NAV), on the exchange on which they are listed. Shares of ETFs are tradable on secondary markets and may trade either at a premium or a discount to their NAV on the secondary market. Prior to trading in the secondary market, shares of the fund are "created" at NAV by market makers, large investors and institutions only in block-size Creation Units. Each "creator" or "Authorized Participant" enters into an authorized participant agreement with Franklin Distributors, LLC. Only an Authorized Participant may create or redeem Creation Units directly with the fund. Retail investors buy and sell shares of ETFs at market price (not NAV) in the secondary market throughout the trading day. These shares are not individually available for purchase or redemption directly from the ETF.
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