Franklin Templeton FTF Franklin US Opportunities Class W Acc
Report And Accounts
Simplified Prospectus / KIID
Performance
Discrete performance - to last month end
| 31/03/20 to 31/03/21 |
31/03/21 to 31/03/22 |
31/03/22 to 31/03/23 |
31/03/23 to 31/03/24 |
31/03/24 to 31/03/25 |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund | 38.2% | 10.3% | -16.4% | 42.9% | -3.8% |
| Sector | 42.4% | 16.1% | -4.0% | 25.1% | 2.2% |
| Rank | 161/208 | 161/217 | 220/232 | 12/240 | 214/244 |
| Quartile | 4 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 4 |
Annualised performance
| Annualised | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Years to 31/03/25 |
5 Years to 31/03/25 |
10 Years to 31/03/25 |
||
| Fund | 4.7% | 11.8% | 11.4% | |
| Sector | 7.1% | 15.2% | 11.5% | |
| Rank | 178/233 | 183/208 | 73/131 | |
| Quartile | 4 | 4 | 3 | |
Top 10 Holdings
| Stock | % Weight |
|---|---|
| AMAZON.COM | 7.53 |
| META PLATFORMS | 7.52 |
| NVIDIA CORPORATION | 6.30 |
| APPLE | 5.18 |
| MICROSOFT CORPORATION | 5.15 |
| BROADCOM | 4.35 |
| MASTERCARD INCORPORATED | 3.03 |
| ELI LILLY AND COMPANY | 2.75 |
| AXON ENTERPRISE | 2.72 |
| ALPHABET INC | 2.18 |
| Total | 46.72 |
Fund Aims
The Fund aims to provide capital appreciation in the long-term through investment in US equities.
Fund Manager
Conrad Herrmann is a senior vice president and director of U.S. Growth Portfolio Management for Franklin Equity Group. Mr. Herrmann is
the lead portfolio manager for the flagship All-Cap Growth strategy for Franklin Equity Group, including the Franklin Flex Cap Growth
Fund. He also serves as a back-up manager and in an advisory role on a number of other growth portfolios.
Mr. Herrmann first joined Franklin in the summer of 1988, working as an intern in the Marketing Department. He joined Franklin full-time
in the Investment Advisory group as a quantitative equity analyst in 1989. That year, he also became a fundamental research analyst,
specializing in analysis of the electronic technology sector. Initially involved in the creation of the Franklin Flex Cap Growth Fund, he
became the lead manager in July 1993.
Prior to joining Franklin Templeton Investments, Mr. Herrmann was a vice president of Aquila Management, a mutual fund group in New
York City. He joined the firm in 1983 as a fixed-income analyst.
Mr. Herrmann earned his B.A. degree from Brown University and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School. He is past president and
member of the CFA Society of San Francisco and a member of the CFA Institute. Mr. Herrmann is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
Charterholder.
Grant Bowers is a vice president and portfolio manager with Franklin Equity Group. He is the lead portfolio manager of Franklin Growth
Opportunities Fund and FTIF Franklin U.S. Opportunities Fund (SICAV). He is also a member of Franklin Global Advisers' U.S. Growth
team.
Mr. Bowers joined Franklin Templeton Investments in 1993 as a fixed income analyst and in 1998 joined the Franklin equity group as an
analyst. His previous research coverage has included the telecom, media, publishing, transportation and business services industries.
Mr. Bowers earned his B.A. in economics from the University of California at Davis. Prior to joining Franklin Templeton, he served in the
United States Army.
Fund Overview
| Mid (01/04/2025) | 535.70p |
| Historic yield | 0.00% |
| Fund size (31/01/2025) | £80.17m |
| Number of holdings | 61 |
| Entry Charge | 0.00% |
| Ongoing Charges | 0.78% |
| Launch date | 31/05/2012 |
Asset Allocation
| International Equities | 97.44% | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 2.56% |
Commentary
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Important Information
Source of portfolio data: Broadridge. Source of performance data: FE fundinfo. We can’t predict the future. Past performance isn’t a guide to future performance. The figures shown are intended only to demonstrate performance history of the fund, after allowing for the impact of ongoing charges, but take no account of product charges. Ongoing charges may vary in the future and may be higher than they are now. Fund performance is based upon the movement of the daily price and is shown as total return in GBP with income reinvested. The value of your client’s investment can go down as well as up and the amount your client gets back may be less than they put in.
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Asset Allocation
| International Equities | 97.44% | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 2.56% |
Equity Sector Breakdown
| Industry | Supersector | Sector | Subsector | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technology | 46.99% | - | - | - | |
| Technology | - | 46.99% | - | - | |
| Software & Computer Services | - | - | 27.43% | - | |
| Software | - | - | - | 16.15% | |
| Consumer Digital Services | - | - | - | 10.22% | |
| Computer Services | - | - | - | 1.05% | |
| Technology Hardware & Equipment | - | - | 19.57% | - | |
| Semiconductors | - | - | - | 13.74% | |
| Computer Hardware | - | - | - | 5.18% | |
| Electronic Components | - | - | - | 0.64% | |
| Consumer Discretionary | 16.48% | - | - | - | |
| Retail | - | 8.74% | - | - | |
| Retailers | - | - | 8.74% | - | |
| Diversified Retailers | - | - | - | 7.53% | |
| Specialty Retailers | - | - | - | 1.21% | |
| Travel & Leisure | - | 2.62% | - | - | |
| Travel & Leisure | - | - | 2.62% | - | |
| Restaurants & Bars | - | - | - | 2.62% | |
| Consumer Products & Services | - | 2.12% | - | - | |
| Leisure Goods | - | - | 0.99% | - | |
| Electronic Entertainment | - | - | - | 0.99% | |
| Consumer Services | - | - | 0.60% | - | |
| Consumer Services: Misc. | - | - | - | 0.60% | |
| Household Goods & Home Construction | - | - | 0.53% | - | |
| Home Construction | - | - | - | 0.53% | |
| Media | - | 1.77% | - | - | |
| Media | - | - | 1.77% | - | |
| Entertainment | - | - | - | 1.77% | |
| Automobiles & Parts | - | 1.22% | - | - | |
| Automobiles & Parts | - | - | 1.22% | - | |
| Automobiles | - | - | - | 1.22% | |
| Industrials | 13.68% | - | - | - | |
| Industrial Goods & Services | - | 11.65% | - | - | |
| Industrial Support Services | - | - | 6.64% | - | |
| Professional Business Support Services | - | - | - | 3.34% | |
| Transaction Processing Services | - | - | - | 3.03% | |
| Industrial Suppliers | - | - | - | 0.28% | |
| Aerospace & Defence | - | - | 2.72% | - | |
| Defense | - | - | - | 2.72% | |
| General Industrials | - | - | 2.29% | - | |
| Diversified Industrials | - | - | - | 2.29% | |
| Construction & Materials | - | 2.03% | - | - | |
| Construction & Materials | - | - | 2.03% | - | |
| Building: Climate Control | - | - | - | 1.34% | |
| Building Materials: Other | - | - | - | 0.69% | |
| Health Care | 10.06% | - | - | - | |
| Health Care | - | 10.06% | - | - | |
| Medical Equipment & Services | - | - | 4.32% | - | |
| Medical Equipment | - | - | - | 3.28% | |
| Medical Supplies | - | - | - | 1.04% | |
| Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology | - | - | 3.72% | - | |
| Pharmaceuticals | - | - | - | 2.75% | |
| Biotechnology | - | - | - | 0.97% | |
| Health Care Providers | - | - | 2.02% | - | |
| Health Care Management Services | - | - | - | 2.02% | |
| Financials | 3.72% | - | - | - | |
| Financial Services | - | 3.72% | - | - | |
| Investment Banking & Brokerage Services | - | - | 2.10% | - | |
| Asset Managers & Custodians | - | - | - | 2.10% | |
| Finance & Credit Services | - | - | 1.62% | - | |
| Financial Data & Systems | - | - | - | 1.62% | |
| Consumer Staples | 3.20% | - | - | - | |
| Food, Beverage & Tobacco | - | 2.40% | - | - | |
| Food Producers | - | - | 2.40% | - | |
| Food Products | - | - | - | 2.40% | |
| Personal Care, Drug & Grocery Stores | - | 0.80% | - | - | |
| Personal Care, Drug & Grocery Stores | - | - | 0.80% | - | |
| Drug Retailers | - | - | - | 0.80% | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 2.56% | - | - | - | |
| Basic Materials | 1.42% | - | - | - | |
| Chemicals | - | 1.42% | - | - | |
| Chemicals | - | - | 1.42% | - | |
| Chemicals: Diversified | - | - | - | 1.42% | |
| Utilities | 1.36% | - | - | - | |
| Utilities | - | 1.36% | - | - | |
| Waste & Disposal Services | - | - | 1.36% | - | |
| Waste & Disposal Services | - | - | - | 1.36% | |
| Real Estate | 0.53% | - | - | - | |
| Real Estate | - | 0.53% | - | - | |
| Real Estate Investment & Services | - | - | 0.53% | - | |
| Real Estate Services | - | - | - | 0.53% | |
Regional Allocation
| North America | 92.94% | |
| Developed Europe - Excl UK | 3.41% | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 2.56% | |
| Middle East & Africa | 1.09% |
Regional Breakdown
| Region | Country | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| North America | 92.94% | - | |
United States
|
- | 92.94% | |
| Developed Europe - Excl UK | 3.41% | - | |
Ireland
|
- | 3.41% | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 2.56% | - | |
| Middle East & Africa | 1.09% | - | |
Israel
|
- | 1.09% | |
Breakdown By Market Cap (%)
| Mega |
|
58.93% |
| Large |
|
19.02% |
| Medium |
|
7.43% |
| Small |
|
1.54% |
| Micro |
|
1.11% |
| Non-Classified |
|
9.41% |
| Cash |
|
2.56% |
Top 10 Holdings
| Stock | % Weight | Sector | Country | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AMAZON.COM | 7.53% | Retailers | United States |
| 2 | META PLATFORMS | 7.52% | Software & Computer Services | United States |
| 3 | NVIDIA CORPORATION | 6.30% | Technology Hardware & Equipment | United States |
| 4 | APPLE | 5.18% | Technology Hardware & Equipment | United States |
| 5 | MICROSOFT CORPORATION | 5.15% | Software & Computer Services | United States |
| 6 | BROADCOM | 4.35% | Technology Hardware & Equipment | United States |
| 7 | MASTERCARD INCORPORATED | 3.03% | Industrial Support Services | United States |
| 8 | ELI LILLY AND COMPANY | 2.75% | Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology | United States |
| 9 | AXON ENTERPRISE | 2.72% | Aerospace & Defence | United States |
| 10 | ALPHABET INC | 2.18% | Software & Computer Services | United States |
Dual Aspect Equity Analysis
| UK Equities | Int'l Equities | UK Bonds | Int'l Bonds | UK Gilts | Property | Other | Cash & Equiv | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technology | - | 46.99% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 46.99% |
| Financials | - | 3.72% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3.72% |
| Real Estate | - | 0.53% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.53% |
| Consumer Discretionary | - | 16.48% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 16.48% |
| Consumer Staples | - | 3.20% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3.20% |
| Utilities | - | 1.36% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1.36% |
| Health Care | - | 10.06% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 10.06% |
| Industrials | - | 13.68% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 13.68% |
| Basic Materials | - | 1.42% | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1.42% |
| Cash and Equivalents | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2.56% | 2.56% |
Important Information
The Industry Classification Benchmark is a product of FTSE International Limited and has been licensed for use. This factsheet is for investment professionals and is for information purposes only.
Should you wish to present any of this content to your client, please refer to similar pages on pru.co.uk. You should refer to your client’s policy documentation and supporting brochures for fund availability, investment strategy, any product information and charges. Every care has been taken in populating this output, however it must be appreciated that neither Broadridge, Prudential nor their sources guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of this information or make any warranties regarding results from its usage.
Identification Codes
| Sedol Code | B7KCG40 |
| Mex Code | TVSAAC |
| Isin Code | GB00B7KCG406 |
| Citi Code | G26I |
Fund Charges
| Entry Charge | 0.00% |
| Ongoing Charges | 0.78% |
Aims and Benchmark
| Aims | The Fund aims to provide capital appreciation in the long-term through investment in US equities. |
| Benchmark | Russell 3000 Growth Index |
| Benchmark Category | - |
| IA Sector | North America |
Fund Background
| Valuation frequency | Daily |
| Valuation point | 12:00 |
| Fund type | OEIC |
| Launch price | £1.00 |
| Fund currency | Pound Sterling |
| Fund domicile | United Kingdom |
| ISA allowable | Yes |
| SIPP allowable | Yes |
Distribution Details
| Income frequency | Annually |
| Distribution Type | Dividend |
| Distribution Payment Basis | Net |
Distribution Dates
| Ex dividend date(s) | Income payment date(s) |
|---|---|
| 31 March | 31 May |
Ratings
| FE Crown |  |
Effect of Deductions
| Assuming a growth rate of 6.00% | Assuming a growth rate of 7.00% |
|---|---|
| - | - |
Fund Administration
| Fund Trustee/Depository | BNY Mellon Trust & Depositary (UK) Ltd |
| Fund Administrator | The Bank of New York Mellon (International) Limited |
| Fund Registrar | Internal |
| Fund Custodian | BNY Mellon Trust & Depositary (UK) Ltd |
Group Details
| Group name | Franklin Templeton Funds |
| Group address | The Adelphi 1 - 11 John Adam Street London WC2N 6HT |
| Group telephone | 0800 305 306 |
| Dealing telephone | - |
| enquiries@franklintempleton.co.uk | |
| Homepage | www.franklintempleton.co.uk |
| Fax number | - |
Dealing
| Minimum Investment | £1000000 |
| Minimum Top Up | £250 |
| Minimum Regular Saving | - |
| Settlement Period: Buy | 3 days |
| Settlement Period: Sell | 3 days |
| Pricing Basis | Forward |
| Dealing Decimals | 3 |
Important Information
Ongoing charges may vary in the future and may be higher than they are now.
This factsheet is for investment professionals and is for information purposes only. Should you wish to present any of this content to your client, please refer to similar pages on pru.co.uk. You should refer to your client’s policy documentation and supporting brochures for fund availability, investment strategy, any product information and charges. Every care has been taken in populating this output, however it must be appreciated that neither Broadridge, Prudential nor their sources guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of this information or make any warranties regarding results from its usage.
Important Information
Source of performance data: FE fundinfo. We can’t predict the future. Past performance isn’t a guide to future performance. The figures shown are intended only to demonstrate performance history of the fund, after allowing for the impact of ongoing charges, but take no account of product charges. Ongoing charges may vary in the future and may be higher than they are now. Fund performance is based upon the movement of the daily price and is shown as total return in GBP with income reinvested. The value of your client’s investment can go down as well as up and the amount your client gets back may be less than they put in.
This factsheet is for investment professionals and is for information purposes only. Should you wish to present any of this content to your client, please refer to similar pages on pru.co.uk. You should refer to your client’s policy documentation and supporting brochures for fund availability, investment strategy, any product information and charges. Every care has been taken in populating this output, however it must be appreciated that neither Broadridge, Prudential nor their sources guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of this information or make any warranties regarding results from its usage.
"Prudential" is a trading name of The Prudential Assurance Company Limited, which is registered in England and Wales. Registered office at 10 Fenchurch Avenue, London EC3M 5AG. Registered number 15454. Authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority.