Franklin Australian Absolute Return Bond Fund - Active ETF
Other · Since 2024
Annual fee
0.50%
$50/yr per $10,000
Fund size
$714.51M
AUD
Dividend yield
1.8%
Monthly · approx. as at Q2 2026
Holdings
N/A
data not available
Next estimated distribution: ~June 2026 (estimated, not guaranteed; confirm with the fund manager). Distribution calendar →
Franklin Australian Absolute Return Bond Fund is an active ETF that invests in Australian bonds with a focus on generating returns across different market conditions. The fund employs active management strategies to seek absolute returns rather than tracking a specific index. With a MER of 0.5% per year and substantial assets under management, it provides exposure to fixed income securities. General information only, not financial advice.
Based on publicly available fund data. General information only, not a recommendation to buy or sell.
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Holdings, sector and geography breakdowns for this fund are approximate, based on fund category and index. Actual composition may differ. General information only.
| Company | Weight |
|---|---|
| Australian Government Bond 2.75% 2028 | 4.2% |
| Australian Government Bond 3.00% 2033 | 3.8% |
| Australian Government Bond 1.75% 2051 | 3.1% |
| Australian Government Bond 2.75% 2041 | 2.9% |
| Australian Government Bond 3.25% 2029 | 2.7% |
| New South Wales Treasury Corporation 2.50% 2030 | 2.1% |
| Queensland Treasury Corporation 2.75% 2030 | 1.9% |
| Treasury Corporation of Victoria 2.50% 2033 | 1.8% |
| Western Australian Treasury Corporation 2.25% 2032 | 1.7% |
| Commonwealth Bank of Australia 2028 | 1.5% |
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| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Fixed Income | 85% |
| Cash & Equivalents | 12% |
| Other | 3% |
| Country | Weight |
|---|---|
| Australia | 70% |
| United States | 15% |
| Other | 15% |
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Franklin Australian Absolute Return Bond Fund is an active ETF that invests in Australian bonds with a focus on generating returns across different market conditions. General information only, not financial advice.
FRAR's annual management fee is 0.5% per year ($50 per $10,000 invested). General information only, not financial advice.
FRAR pays distributions monthly. Distributions are not guaranteed and will vary. General information only, not financial advice.