Franklin Templeton launches its first alternatives fund for Australian investors
SQM Research awards the new alternatives fund 'Superior' rating
Sydney, August 15, 2023: Franklin Templeton, a global investment manager, is improving access to alternative investment opportunities for Australian retail investors with the launch of its first alternatives fund to the market - the Franklin K2 Athena Fund.
The fund invests in predominantly uncorrelated risk premia strategies across multiple asset classes including equities, fixed income, and currencies.
The Franklin K2 Athena Fund received a 'Superior' rating from SQM Research, which puts it in the High Investment Grade category.
In the ratings report, SQM noted the Fund’s market-neutral orientation, making it suitable for defensive purposes. Since its inception in 2021, the investment strategy has exhibited a strong negative correlation to equities.
They also commended the fund's thorough investment process and credited the investment team ‘with clear responsibility and accountability.’
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