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Franklin Asian Equity Fund(G)is an open-ended international equity fund designed for investors seeking exposure to companies across Asian markets, including selective exposure to India. The fund aims to participate in the long-term growth potential of Asian economies through investments across sectors and countries within the Asia-Pacific region.
As of 1 Apr 2026 ,Franklin Asian Equity Fund(G) manages ₹521 crore in assets. The fund currently holds 26 stocks, and the top 10 stocks contribute 23.00% of the portfolio, an important "quick check" for how concentrated (or diversified) the fund is.
The investment objective of Franklin Asian Equity Fund(G)is to provide long-term capital appreciation by investing predominantly in equity and equity-related securities of companies located in, or having substantial business interests in, Asian countries, including India and other Asia-Pacific markets. Investors can typically invest and redeem on business days (subject to scheme cut-off timings and applicable exit load).
The current NAV of the scheme is ₹44.98 as on 29 May 2026, and the risk level is Very High.
Franklin Asian Equity Fund(G) was launched on 16 Jan 2008 and is benchmarked against[MSCI Asia (ex-Japan) Standard Index, NIFTY 500 - TRI]. The scheme is managed by Shyam Sundar Sriram who has been managing the fund since 26 Sep 2024 and the fund is also managed by Sandeep Manam. The exit load of the fund is 1% on or before 1Y
The top 5 holdings of the fund are "ICICI Bank Ltd (4%), Larsen & Toubro Ltd (3%), HDFC Bank Ltd (2%), Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd (2%), Eternal Ltd (2%), Max Healthcare Institute Ltd (2%), Reliance Industries Ltd (2%), Oberoi Realty Ltd (2%), Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (2%), Oil & Natural Gas Corporation Ltd (2%), Endurance Technologies Ltd (2%), Tata Motors Ltd (2%), Tata Capital Ltd (2%), Ultratech Cement Ltd (1%), Hindalco Industries Ltd (1%), Tata Power Co Ltd (1%), Indian Hotels Co Ltd (1%), Tube Investments of India Ltd (1%), Lodha Developers Ltd (1%), 360 One Wam Ltd (1%), Divi's Laboratories Ltd (1%), State Bank of India (1%), GAIL (India) Ltd (1%), Meesho Ltd (1%), Tata Consumer Products Ltd (1%), Infosys Ltd (1%)"
In Asian international equity funds, top holdings are usually diversified across different types of companies which benefit from the long-term growth of Asian economies.
The top sector exposures are Sector Allocation (%) "Unspecified 20% IT 15% Electronics 9% Finance 9% Bank 8%
Sector allocation plays an important role in Asian equity funds since the performance of technology, financials, manufacturing, consumer discretionary, and internet-based businesses can significantly influence overall returns.
Franklin Asian Equity Fund(G)'s recent CAGR returns are 52.5% (1 year), 21.6% (3 years) and 7.3% (5 years). These returns are as of 31 May 2026
Against the peer set, the scheme is ranked 2/7 over 1 year, 3/7 over 3 years, 6/6 over 5 years period.
If you had invested ₹1,00,000 in Franklin Asian Equity Fund(G) then you would have got:
| Duration | Annualized Returns (%) | Current Total Value | Current Total Profit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Year | 52.5% | ₹152500.00 | ₹52500.00 |
| 3 Year | 21.6% | ₹121600.00 | ₹21600.00 |
| 5 Year | 7.3% | ₹107300.00 | ₹7300.00 |
Note: These are historical returns and they may not repeat in the future.
Always check exit load before investing in any fund.
As of1 Apr 2026, the fund's Beta is 0.
The fund's Standard Deviation was 4%.
Similarly, Alpha was 1.
Also, Sharpe ratio was 0.
Since the fund invests across Asian markets, returns are also influenced by currency movement between the Indian Rupee and various Asian currencies such as the Chinese Yuan (CNY), Hong Kong Dollar (HKD), South Korean Won (KRW), Taiwan Dollar (TWD), Singapore Dollar (SGD), and others depending on portfolio allocation. A weakening Indian Rupee can positively impact overseas returns for Indian investors, while a strengthening Rupee may reduce the benefit from international gains.
Since the fund also maintains partial exposure to Indian equities, the portfolio may experience a combination of domestic and international market influences.
Asian economies represent a significant share of global manufacturing, exports, technology production, and consumer demand. Countries across Asia have benefited from rising middle-class consumption, urbanization, technological advancement, and increasing integration into global supply chains.
The fund's allocation across India and other Asian economies provides exposure to both domestic growth opportunities and broader regional economic trends. As a result, the scheme may benefit from multiple growth drivers across sectors.
It may suit investors who want to:
It offers a few practical benefits: geographical diversification, access to globally competitive Asian businesses, participation in regional economic growth trends, partial domestic exposure through Indian equities, currency diversification, and exposure to sectors underrepresented in India.
International funds are subject to global market volatility, currency fluctuations, geopolitical developments, and regulatory changes across countries. Asian equity funds may also experience periods of volatility due to regional economic slowdowns, trade tensions, or changes in global capital flows.
Since this fund has exposure to both Indian and international equities, performance may be influenced by a combination of domestic market conditions and overseas economic trends.Investors should monitor country allocation, sector concentration, taxation rules, and global economic cycles before investing.
Since this fund is treated as anon -equity oriented fund:
Tax rules are subject to change as per regulations.
Franklin Asian Equity Fund(G) is positioned as a regional diversification-oriented investment option that provides exposure to multiple Asian economies along with selective participation in Indian equities.
A simple way to track whether it is doing its job is to follow three indicators: consistency versus benchmark, diversification across countries and sectors, and long-term participation in Asian economic growth. The strength of such funds lies in offering a blend of domestic and international diversification through exposure to businesses across some of Asia’s fastest-growing economies.
To invest a lumpsum amount in Franklin Asian Equity Fund(G) with Ventura: Access the Mutual funds section by logging in to Ventura through your browser/mobile app Select Franklin Asian Equity Fund(G) from the list, the amount to be invested & make the payment.
To start a SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) in Franklin Asian Equity Fund(G) with Ventura: Access the Mutual funds section by logging in to Ventura through your browser/mobile app Select Franklin Asian Equity Fund(G) from the list, the amount to be invested & date of deduction. Pay the first instalment towards your SIP. Set the autopay mandate to enable regular investment of future SIP instalments, directly from your bank account. And you're done. Note: Remember to keep your bank account funded with the amount for regular SIPs for your mutual fund investment in Franklin Asian Equity Fund(G).
It will take up to one trading day for the invested Franklin Asian Equity Fund(G) units to reflect in your portfolio. For example, If you have made the investment in Franklin Asian Equity Fund(G) on Monday before the cut-off time, the units will be allotted to you by Tuesday or the next working day if it is followed by a holiday. The NAV (Net Asset Value) for the units allotted will be as of the day you place your trades.
Yes, mutual funds can be bought or redeemed after market hours through the Ventura web platform or mobile application. However, the execution of these orders depends on the mutual fund's cutoff time for processing transactions.
