Franklin Resources Q1 2025 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Franklin Resources reported a net income of $163.6 million, or $0.29 per diluted share, for the quarter ended December 31, 2024. Long-term net outflows were $50 billion, but excluding Western Asset Management, long-term net inflows were $18 billion. The company's AUM ended the quarter at $1,575.7 billion.
Net income was $163.6 million, or $0.29 per diluted share.
Adjusted diluted earnings per share was $0.59.
Long-term net outflows were $50 billion, but positive in equity, multi-asset and alternatives.
Total assets under management were $1,575.7 billion.
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Forward Guidance
The company remains committed to strategically investing in the business to best serve clients while managing expenses and maintaining focus on enhancing shareholder value.
Positive Outlook
- The company will integrate select corporate functions at Western Asset Management, creating efficiencies and giving access to broader resources.
- The company's broad investment capabilities, extensive global distribution network and local asset management expertise continue to differentiate it in an increasingly competitive industry.
- Long-term inflows improved by 34% from the prior year quarter (excluding reinvested distributions).
- Alternatives fundraising generated $6 billion this quarter, of which $4.3 billion was in private market assets.
- Institutional pipeline of won-but-unfunded mandates increased by $2.3 billion to $18.1 billion.
Challenges Ahead
- This past year has presented significant challenges for Western Asset Management.
- Long-term net outflows were $50 billion, inclusive of $67.9 billion of long-term net outflows at Western Asset Management.
- Total assets under management (“AUM”) were $1,575.7 billion at December 31, 2024, down $102.9 billion during the quarter.
- Net market change, distributions and other had a negative impact of $52.9 billion.
- Adjusted operating income decreased by 1% year over year.
Revenue & Expenses
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