Franklin Universal Trust

OVERVALUEDFT · NYSE · Financial Services
FT·NYSE·Financial Services
OVERVALUED
Franklin Universal Trust
22.1%downside
MARKET PRICE
$8.20
FAIR PRICE
$6.39
MARGIN
$1.81
UNDERVALUEDFAIROVERVALUED
P/E RATIO
3.8x
DIV. YIELD
7.82%
ROE
26.3%
MARKET CAP
$205M
FPI
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FAIR PRICE VALUATION

22.1%downside

Updated daily

Model: DCF 50% · Relative 30% · Consensus 20%

MARKET PRICE

$8.20

FAIR PRICE

$6.39

MARGIN

$1.81

UNDERVALUEDFAIROVERVALUED

P/E Ratio

3.8x

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Div. Yield

7.82%

ROE

26.3%

Exceptional

Market Cap

$205M

Small-cap

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FPI RATING

5.5/ 10

Strong profitability and high-quality fundamentals, but volatile earnings pattern and limited growth momentum.

Analytical data, not an investment recommendation. Updated daily.

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MARGIN OF SAFETY

A 20% margin of safety below fair value — the conservative entry level for risk-aware investors.

$5.11CONSERVATIVE ENTRY
$6.39FAIR PRICE
$8.20MARKET PRICE

SAFETY MARGIN

20%

Below fair value

ENTRY LEVEL

$5.11

Fair price × 0.80

DISTANCE

37.7%

Price to entry level

At the current price of $8.20, FT trades 37.7% above the conservative entry level of $5.11. This entry level represents a 20% margin of safety below the calculated fair price of $6.39 — a buffer that accounts for estimation uncertainty in the valuation model.

Margin of safety is a risk management concept, not an investment recommendation. The 20% threshold follows Benjamin Graham's value investing framework. Fair price and entry levels are model-based estimates updated daily. Learn more about Margin of Safety ↗

VALUATION HISTORY

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P/E RATIO HISTORY

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METHODOLOGY

How we calculate FT's fair price

Franklin Universal Trust's fair price of $6.39 is derived from a blended model that combines DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Financial Services peers using metrics like P/E and EV/EBITDA (30%), and analyst consensus (20%). At the current market price of $8.20, FT trades 22.1% above its calculated fair value.

DCF MODEL · 50%

Discounted free cash flow analysis based on projected cash flows, discounted at a rate reflecting FT's risk profile.

RELATIVE · 30%

Comparing FT's valuation multiples against Financial Services peers to determine if the stock is over or undervalued relative to its industry.

ANALYST · 20%

Aggregated analyst price targets for FT, weighted by recency and analyst accuracy.

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FAQ

What is the fair price of FT?+

Based on our blended model combining DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Financial Services peers (30%), and analyst consensus (20%), the fair price for Franklin Universal Trust is $6.39. At the current market price of $8.20, FT trades 22.1% above its calculated fair value.

Is FT overvalued or undervalued?+

Franklin Universal Trust is currently overvalued based on our valuation model. The stock trades at $8.20, which is 22.1% above the fair price of $6.39. The P/E ratio of 3.8x is a key metric in the valuation.

What is the margin of safety for FT?+

With a 20% margin of safety applied to the fair price of $6.39, the conservative entry level for FT is $5.11. At the current market price of $8.20, the stock trades 37.7% above this entry level. Margin of safety is a risk management concept from Benjamin Graham's value investing framework, not an investment recommendation.

How often is FT's fair price updated?+

We update fair price calculations for FT daily after market close. The current fair price of $6.39 incorporates the latest market data and sector multiples.

What factors affect FT's fair price calculation?+

FT's fair price of $6.39 is derived from DCF analysis (50% weight), relative valuation against Financial Services peers (30% weight), and analyst consensus (20% weight). Key metrics include P/E of 3.8x, ROE of 26.3%, and dividend yield of 7.82%.

Is FT a good buy right now?+

At $8.20, FT trades 22.1% above our fair value estimate of $6.39. The stock is currently overvalued. ROE stands at 26.3% (exceptional). Fair Price Index provides valuation data — always do your own research before investing.

Does FT pay dividends?+

FT has a dividend yield of 7.82%.

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Fair Price Index is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Fair value calculations are model-based estimates and may not reflect actual market conditions. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions.