Franklin Templeton

Franklin Templeton is a global investment management organisation operating through Franklin Resources and a network of specialist investment managers. Founded in 1947, the company provides investment strategies covering equities, fixed income, alternatives, private markets and multi-asset portfolios. Its global headquarters is in San Mateo, California, and the business operates across numerous international markets. Franklin Templeton incorporates financial, human capital and natural capital risks into its investment research and stewardship activities as part of its fiduciary approach. In 2026, the asset manager became a new investor in Form Energy through the company's $750 million Series G funding round supporting expansion of iron-air battery manufacturing and deployment.