Franklin Gold and Precious Metals warrants a Morningstar Analyst Rating of Neutral across all share classes because the differentiated portfolio its tenured manager constructs hasn’t reliably added value over the long term.
Franklin Gold and Precious Metals C FRGOX
NAV / 1-Day Return
19.77
/
3.61
%
Total Assets
1.3 Bil
Adj. Expense Ratio
Adjusted Expense Ratio excludes certain variable investment-related expenses, such as interest from borrowings and dividends on borrowed securities, allowing for more consistent cost comparisons across funds.
1.680%
Expense Ratio
1.680%
Fee Level
Low
Longest Manager Tenure
21.91
years
Category
Equity Precious Metals
Investment Style
Mid GrowthMin. Initial Investment
1,000
Status
Open
TTM Yield
12.61%
Turnover
17%
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Morningstar’s Analysis
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Will FRGOX outperform in future?
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Process Pillar
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People Pillar
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Parent Pillar
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