By bringing together multiple, world-class investment teams in a single firm, Franklin Templeton Investments is able to offer specialized expertise across styles and asset classes, all supported by the strength and resources of one of the world’s largest asset managers. Having pioneered global investing over 60 years ago, our global perspective is shaped by local expertise. Today, our investment professionals are on the ground in 35 countries, spotting investment ideas and potential risks firsthand. Our experience, global resources and focus on investment excellence have helped us to become a trusted partner to millions of individual and institutional investors in more than 170 countries.*

* As of December 31, 2017. Clients are represented by the total number of shareholder accounts.