Franklin Universal Closed Fund (FT) - Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency
Based on the latest financial reports, Franklin Universal Closed Fund (FT) has a cash flow conversion efficiency ratio of 0.027x as of February 2026. Cash flow conversion efficiency measures how effectively a company's net assets (equity) generate operating cash flow. It is calculated by dividing operating cash flow ($6.15 Million) by net assets ($227.68 Million). A higher ratio indicates that the company is more efficient at using its equity to generate cash flow from its core operations. See net asset quality index of Franklin Universal Closed Fund to measure how much of total assets are equity-financed.
Franklin Universal Closed Fund - Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency Trend (2001–2025)
This chart illustrates how Franklin Universal Closed Fund's cash flow conversion efficiency has evolved over time, based on yearly financial data. Check FT cash flow quality index to evaluate the quality of earnings relative to operating cash generation.
Franklin Universal Closed Fund Competitors by Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency
The table below lists competitors of Franklin Universal Closed Fund ranked by their cash flow conversion efficiency.
| Company | Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency |
|---|---|
|
Nucleus Software Exports Limited
NSE:NUCLEUS
|
0.137x |
|
JCY International Bhd
KLSE:5161
|
-0.028x |
|
SR Accord
TA:SRAC
|
-0.112x |
|
Eaton Vance Municipal Income Term Closed Fund
NYSE:ETX
|
0.015x |
|
GTM Holdings Corp
TW:1437
|
0.012x |
|
BlackRock Investment Quality Municipal Closed Fund
NYSE:BKN
|
0.019x |
|
Ferro S.A.
WAR:FRO
|
0.129x |
|
Shanghai Jinqiao Export Processing Zone Development Co Ltd B
SHG:900911
|
-0.111x |
Annual Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency for Franklin Universal Closed Fund (2001–2025)
The table below shows the annual cash flow conversion efficiency of Franklin Universal Closed Fund from 2001 to 2025. For the full company profile with market capitalisation and key ratios, see Franklin Universal Closed Fund stock valuation.
| Year | Net Assets | Operating Cash Flow | Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-31 | $212.60 Million | $10.38 Million | 0.049x | -43.55% |
| 2024-08-31 | $206.19 Million | $17.84 Million | 0.087x | +39.10% |
| 2023-08-31 | $184.86 Million | $11.50 Million | 0.062x | -22.68% |
| 2022-08-31 | $203.05 Million | $16.34 Million | 0.080x | +66.65% |
| 2021-08-31 | $224.25 Million | $10.83 Million | 0.048x | -3.78% |
| 2020-08-31 | $204.09 Million | $10.24 Million | 0.050x | +6.68% |
| 2019-08-31 | $215.29 Million | $10.13 Million | 0.047x | +103.08% |
| 2018-08-31 | $200.80 Million | $4.65 Million | 0.023x | -50.33% |
| 2017-08-31 | $206.96 Million | $9.65 Million | 0.047x | -24.58% |
| 2016-08-31 | $192.68 Million | $11.91 Million | 0.062x | -7.23% |
| 2015-08-31 | $178.75 Million | $11.91 Million | 0.067x | +17.20% |
| 2014-08-31 | $209.67 Million | $11.92 Million | 0.057x | +267.32% |
| 2013-08-31 | $191.22 Million | $-6.50 Million | -0.034x | -155.67% |
| 2012-08-31 | $187.70 Million | $11.46 Million | 0.061x | +9.22% |
| 2011-08-31 | $172.80 Million | $9.66 Million | 0.056x | -30.40% |
| 2010-08-31 | $165.10 Million | $13.26 Million | 0.080x | -67.42% |
| 2009-08-31 | $147.10 Million | $36.26 Million | 0.246x | +728.62% |
| 2008-08-31 | $174.80 Million | $5.20 Million | 0.030x | -76.18% |
| 2007-08-31 | $191.00 Million | $23.85 Million | 0.125x | +48.70% |
| 2006-08-31 | $194.70 Million | $16.35 Million | 0.084x | +43.62% |
| 2005-08-31 | $198.90 Million | $11.63 Million | 0.058x | -0.40% |
| 2004-08-31 | $180.90 Million | $10.62 Million | 0.059x | -16.45% |
| 2003-08-31 | $158.40 Million | $11.13 Million | 0.070x | -33.54% |
| 2002-08-31 | $141.60 Million | $14.97 Million | 0.106x | +63.90% |
| 2001-08-31 | $198.60 Million | $12.81 Million | 0.065x | -- |
About Franklin Universal Closed Fund
Franklin Universal Trust is a closed-ended balanced mutual fund launched by Franklin Resources, Inc. The fund is managed by Franklin Advisers, Inc. It invests in the public equity and fixed income markets of the United States. The fund invests in companies operating in utility sector. It employs fundamental analysis to invest in a diversified portfolio of corporate bonds and dividend paying utili… Read more