Franklin Small-Mid Cap Growth is trending in the right direction under new management but is far from a finished product. Its five share classes all net a Morningstar Analyst Rating of Neutral.
Franklin Small-Mid Cap Growth Adv FSGAX
NAV / 1-Day Return
57.14
/
1.10
%
Total Assets
5.5 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.
0.630%
Expense Ratio
0.630%
Fee Level
Low
Longest Manager Tenure
28.29
years
Category
Mid-Cap Growth
Investment Style
Mid GrowthMin. Initial Investment
100,000
Status
Open
TTM Yield
0.00%
Turnover
53%
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Still transitioning under new management, but there is some reason for optimism.
