Franklin Resources Inc - Asset Resilience Ratio
Franklin Resources Inc (BEN) has an Asset Resilience Ratio of 10.71% as of December 2025. The Asset Resilience Ratio measures the percentage of a company's total assets that are held in liquid form (cash and short-term investments). This metric indicates how well-positioned the company is to handle unexpected financial challenges, economic downturns, or strategic opportunities without requiring external financing. Check BEN strategic assets to equity ratio to assess the company's strategic physical and investment asset allocation.
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Asset Resilience Ratio Trend (1991–2025)
This chart shows how Franklin Resources Inc's Asset Resilience Ratio has changed over time. See Franklin Resources Inc (BEN) balance sheet quality index to measure how much of total assets are equity-financed.
Liquid Assets Composition Over Time
This chart breaks down Franklin Resources Inc's liquid assets into cash & equivalents and short-term investments, showing how the composition has evolved over time. For market capitalisation and broader financial context, see how much is Franklin Resources Inc worth.
Current Liquid Assets Breakdown
| Component | Amount | % of Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $3.48 Billion | 10.71% |
| Short-term Investments | $0.00 | 0% |
| Total Liquid Assets | $3.48 Billion | 10.71% |
Asset Resilience Insights
- Moderate Liquidity: Franklin Resources Inc has 10.71% of assets in liquid form.
- While adequate for normal operations, this level may limit flexibility during economic stress.
- The company primarily holds liquidity in cash and equivalents rather than short-term investments.
Franklin Resources Inc Industry Peers by Asset Resilience Ratio
Compare Franklin Resources Inc's asset resilience ratio with other companies in the same industry.
| Company | Industry | Asset Resilience Ratio |
|---|---|---|
|
Metrics Master Income Trust
AU:MXT |
Asset Management | 0.14% |
|
Northern Trust Corporation
NASDAQ:NTRS |
Asset Management | 6.11% |
|
Principal Financial Group Inc
NASDAQ:PFG |
Asset Management | 8.30% |
|
Industrivarden AB ser. C
ST:INDU-C |
Asset Management | 0.16% |
|
Sprott Physical Gold and Silver Trust
TO:CEF |
Asset Management | 99.66% |
|
Anxin Trust Co Ltd
SHG:600816 |
Asset Management | 36.21% |
|
Norte Grande
SN:NORTEGRAN |
Asset Management | 0.00% |
|
Sprott Inc.
TO:SII |
Asset Management | 1.84% |
Annual Asset Resilience Ratio for Franklin Resources Inc (1991–2025)
The table below shows the annual Asset Resilience Ratio data for Franklin Resources Inc.
| Year | Asset Resilience Ratio (%) | Liquid Assets | Total Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-30 | 11.04% | $3.57 Billion | $32.37 Billion | -2.54pp |
| 2024-09-30 | 13.58% | $4.41 Billion | $32.46 Billion | -1.03pp |
| 2023-09-30 | 14.62% | $4.40 Billion | $30.12 Billion | -8.31pp |
| 2022-09-30 | 22.93% | $6.43 Billion | $28.06 Billion | +1.27pp |
| 2021-09-30 | 21.66% | $5.24 Billion | $24.17 Billion | +0.94pp |
| 2020-09-30 | 20.73% | $4.49 Billion | $21.68 Billion | -24.33pp |
| 2019-09-30 | 45.05% | $6.55 Billion | $14.53 Billion | -5.40pp |
| 2018-09-30 | 50.45% | $7.26 Billion | $14.38 Billion | -1.25pp |
| 2017-09-30 | 51.69% | $9.06 Billion | $17.53 Billion | -7.97pp |
| 2016-09-30 | 59.66% | $9.61 Billion | $16.10 Billion | +52.00pp |
| 2015-09-30 | 7.66% | $1.25 Billion | $16.34 Billion | -0.15pp |
| 2014-09-30 | 7.81% | $1.28 Billion | $16.36 Billion | +0.03pp |
| 2013-09-30 | 7.78% | $1.20 Billion | $15.39 Billion | -9.74pp |
| 2012-09-30 | 17.52% | $2.58 Billion | $14.75 Billion | -0.07pp |
| 2011-09-30 | 17.58% | $2.42 Billion | $13.78 Billion | +2.94pp |
| 2010-09-30 | 14.64% | $1.57 Billion | $10.71 Billion | -2.06pp |
| 2009-09-30 | 16.71% | $1.58 Billion | $9.47 Billion | -2.83pp |
| 2008-09-30 | 19.54% | $1.79 Billion | $9.18 Billion | +7.41pp |
| 2007-09-30 | 12.13% | $1.21 Billion | $9.93 Billion | +0.49pp |
| 2006-09-30 | 11.64% | $1.11 Billion | $9.50 Billion | +1.82pp |
| 2005-09-30 | 9.82% | $873.18 Million | $8.89 Billion | +1.43pp |
| 2004-09-30 | 8.39% | $689.99 Million | $8.23 Billion | -18.59pp |
| 2003-09-30 | 26.97% | $1.88 Billion | $6.97 Billion | +2.79pp |
| 2002-09-30 | 24.18% | $1.55 Billion | $6.42 Billion | +2.14pp |
| 2001-09-30 | 22.04% | $1.38 Billion | $6.27 Billion | +5.64pp |
| 2000-09-30 | 16.39% | $662.67 Million | $4.04 Billion | +5.14pp |
| 1999-09-30 | 11.25% | $412.51 Million | $3.67 Billion | -2.89pp |
| 1998-09-30 | 14.14% | $491.91 Million | $3.48 Billion | +7.22pp |
| 1997-09-30 | 6.91% | $213.91 Million | $3.10 Billion | -1.49pp |
| 1996-09-30 | 8.40% | $199.48 Million | $2.37 Billion | -1.94pp |
| 1995-09-30 | 10.34% | $232.13 Million | $2.24 Billion | +1.22pp |
| 1994-09-30 | 9.12% | $179.64 Million | $1.97 Billion | -4.10pp |
| 1993-09-30 | 13.22% | $209.10 Million | $1.58 Billion | -60.77pp |
| 1992-09-30 | 73.99% | $617.30 Million | $834.30 Million | -0.22pp |
| 1991-09-30 | 74.21% | $429.40 Million | $578.60 Million | -- |
About Franklin Resources Inc
Franklin Resources, Inc. is a publicly owned asset investment manager. Through its subsidiaries, the firm provides its services to individuals, institutions, pension plans, trusts, and partnerships. It launches equity, fixed income, balanced, and multi-asset mutual funds through its subsidiaries. The firm invests in the public equity, fixed income, and alternative markets. Franklin Resources, Inc… Read more