What Is BEN Fair Value?
Franklin Resources (BEN) fair value estimate using multiple valuation models, updated daily.
As of August 30, 2026, Franklin Resources (BEN) has a composite fair value estimate of $37.89 based on four valuation models: DCF (35% weight), Graham Number (25% weight), PEG (25% weight), and DDM (15% weight). The current market price is $34.65, suggesting the stock is fair value by 9.3%.
Data as of August 30, 2026 (today)
Composite Fair Value
Fair Value4 of 4 models$37.89
vs. current price of $34.65(+9.3%)
How Is BEN Fair Value Calculated?
Four independent models estimate what BEN is worth. Each uses different inputs and assumptions. The composite blends them by weight.
BEN Intrinsic Value
Forward-looking models based on future cash flows
DCF (Discounted Cash Flow)
35% weightEstimates how much cash the company will generate over the next 10 years, then calculates what all that future cash is worth in today's dollars. Includes a 15% safety cushion. Try the standalone DCF calculator →
$23.57
-32.0%Overvalued
Inputs used
DDM (Dividend Discount Model)
15% weightIf a company pays you dividends, this model asks: how much are all those future dividend payments worth today? Only works for stocks that pay dividends. Try the intrinsic value calculator →
$27.64
-20.2%Overvalued
Inputs used
BEN Fair Value
Current fundamentals: earnings, assets, and growth rate
Graham Number (Value Investing)
25% weightCreated by legendary investor Benjamin Graham. It looks at two things: how much the company earns (EPS) and what its assets are worth (Book Value), then calculates the maximum price a careful investor should pay. Try the fair value calculator →
$38.78
+11.9%Fair Value
Inputs used
PEG (Price/Earnings to Growth)
25% weightChecks if you're paying a fair price for the company's growth. A fast-growing company deserves a higher price than a slow one. This model finds the right price based on how fast earnings are growing.
$57.36
+65.5%Undervalued
Inputs used
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Your DCF Fair Value
Current price $34.65 is 32.0% above this estimate
View 10-year cash flow projections
| Year | Projected FCF (Free Cash Flow) | Present Value |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $471.8M | $422.8M |
| Year 2 | $565.5M | $454.0M |
| Year 3 | $677.7M | $487.5M |
| Year 4 | $812.3M | $523.6M |
| Year 5 | $973.5M | $562.3M |
| Year 6 | $1.17B | $603.8M |
| Year 7 | $1.40B | $648.4M |
| Year 8 | $1.68B | $696.3M |
| Year 9 | $2.01B | $747.8M |
| Year 10 | $2.41B | $803.0M |
| Terminal Value | $27.10B | $9.04B |
What Are BEN's Key Financial Metrics?
Earnings & Growth
Current Price
$34.65
EPS (TTM)
$1.47
Forward P/E
10.9
Profit Margin
8.7%
Cash & Balance Sheet
Free Cash Flow
-3B
EBITDA
1.8B
Book Value
$23.13
Total Debt
3.6B
What Do Analysts Say About BEN?
Low
$26.00
Average
$35.18
High
$41.00
Upside
+1.5%
BEN Fair Value FAQ
What is the fair value of BEN?
Based on our composite model (DCF 35%, Graham 25%, PEG 25%, DDM 15%), BEN's estimated fair value is $37.89. The stock is currently trading at $34.65, which makes it fair value by our analysis.
How is BEN's fair value calculated?
We use four valuation methods: Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), Graham Number, PEG-based Fair Value, and Dividend Discount Model (for dividend-paying stocks). The composite score weights DCF at 35%, Graham and PEG at 25% each, and DDM at 15%. When a model can't be applied, its weight is redistributed proportionally.
Is BEN overvalued or undervalued?
Based on our analysis, BEN is fair value. The current price of $34.65 is 9.3% below our estimated fair value of $37.89.
What do Wall Street analysts say about BEN?
11 analysts cover Franklin Resources with a consensus rating of "Hold." The average price target is $35.18, ranging from $26.00 to $41.00. This implies 1.5% upside from the current price.