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Franklin Universal Trust is projected to rise to $9.14 by 2027, a +15% move from its current price of $7.92. FT is currently trading below its 50-day average (a bearish sign). Technical indicators currently lean strong sell.
A data-driven summary — not financial advice. See the full breakdown below.
Live market data via Yahoo Finance · updated 8/2/2026
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3 | $7.89 | $7.92 | $7.96 | +0.04% |
| Aug 4 | $7.88 | $7.93 | $7.97 | +0.08% |
| Aug 5 | $7.87 | $7.93 | $7.99 | +0.12% |
| Aug 6 | $7.87 | $7.93 | $8.00 | +0.16% |
| Aug 7 | $7.86 | $7.94 | $8.01 | +0.20% |
| Aug 8 | $7.86 | $7.94 | $8.02 | +0.24% |
| Aug 9 | $7.85 | $7.94 | $8.03 | +0.28% |
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $7.85 | $7.94 | $8.03 | +0.28% |
| Week 2 | $7.84 | $7.96 | $8.09 | +0.56% |
| Week 3 | $7.84 | $7.99 | $8.14 | +0.85% |
| Week 4 | $7.83 | $8.01 | $8.19 | +1.13% |
| Week 5 | $7.84 | $8.03 | $8.23 | +1.42% |
| Week 6 | $7.84 | $8.05 | $8.28 | +1.70% |
| Week 7 | $7.84 | $8.08 | $8.32 | +1.99% |
Short-term targets derived from the forecast trend and recent volatility. Highly uncertain — not financial advice.
Franklin Universal Trust is a closed-ended balanced mutual fund launched by Franklin Resources, Inc. The fund is managed by Franklin Advisers, Inc.
It invests in the public equity and fixed income markets of the United States and in companies operating in utility sector.
It employs fundamental analysis to invest in a diversified portfolio of corporate bonds and dividend paying utility stocks. Franklin Universal Trust was formed on September 23, 1988 and is domiciled in the United States. The fund benchmarks the equity component of its balanced portfolio against the S&P 500 Electric Utilities Index and the fixed component against the Credit Suisse High Yield.
Franklin Universal Trust (FT) is a closed-ended balanced mutual fund with a current price of $8.05 and a market capitalization of $202.19M. It holds the rank 3715 among peers in this space.
The forecast path suggests a gradual price rise from 2026 onward, with 2026 average price of $8.05, 2027 average $9.26, 2028 average $10.04, and 2029 average $12.94. The trajectory continues with 2030 average $14.85, 2031 $16.11, 2032 $17.85, 2033 $18.03, 2034 $19.80, and 2035 $21.75, culminating in much higher long-term targets such as 2040 average $33.42 and 2050 average $68.67.
The estimated return profile shows 2026 ROI of 0%, then 2027 ROI 15.1%, 2028 ROI 24.8%, 2029 ROI 60.9%, 2030 ROI 84.6%, 2031 ROI 100.2%, 2032 ROI 121.9%, 2033 ROI 124.1%, 2034 ROI 146.2%, 2035 ROI 170.3%, 2040 ROI 315.5%, and 2050 ROI 753.5% (all in bullish or neutral sentiment as labeled).
A major floor 2.6% below — a decisive break under it would weaken the trend.
Price is testing support right now (0.6% away) — a key level to hold.
Price is pressing into resistance (2.7% away) — a breakout level to watch.
A major ceiling 5.2% above — clearing it would confirm fresh momentum.
Key FT support and resistance from recent price action — levels where the trend has historically paused or reversed. Percentages are the distance from the current price.
A snapshot of FT market posture derived from its technical indicators and recent volatility. Higher trend and alignment lean bullish; higher risk means larger swings.
Technical Analysis
Indicators computed on daily closing prices.
| Period | SMA | Action | EMA | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA 5 | $7.93 | Sell | $7.93 | Sell |
| MA 10 | $7.98 | Sell | $7.97 | Sell |
| MA 20 | $8.03 | Sell | $8.00 | Sell |
| MA 50 | $8.02 | Sell | $8.03 | Sell |
| MA 100 | $8.07 | Sell | $8.05 | Sell |
| MA 200 | $8.06 | Sell | $8.01 | Sell |
| Name | Value | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 38.08 | Neutral |
| Stoch RSI (14) | 29.39 | Neutral |
| CCI (20) | -137.95 | Sell |
| Williams %R (14) | -78.26 | Info |
| MACD (12,26,9) | -0.02 | Sell |
| ROC (12) | -2.22 | Sell |
| Bollinger %B (20,2) | 0.10 | Neutral |
| Stochastic %K (14) | 21.74 | Neutral |
| TRIX (15) | -0.02 | Sell |
| Awesome (5,34) | -0.10 | Sell |
| Ultimate (7,14,28) | 31.53 | Neutral |
| Momentum (10) | -0.12 | Sell |
| Aroon Osc (25) | -64.00 | Sell |
| Hull MA (9) | 7.88 | Buy |
| ADX (14) | 15.19 | Neutral |
| ATR (14) | 0.03 | Info |
The 30-day technical picture is NEUTRAL. RSI14 sits at 50, with price trading near key averages.
SMA50 is $8.03 and SMA200 is $8.07, indicating the stock is hovering around short- and long-term trend lines.
Support is at $7.95 and resistance at $8.13, with a 30-day price range of $7.88 to $8.21. Annualized volatility stands at 6%.
| Year | Min | Avg | Max | ROI | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $7.84 | $7.92 | $10.46 | 0% | Neutral | |
| $7.50 | $9.14 | $11.65 | +15% | Neutral | |
| $7.83 | $9.73 | $12.74 | +23% | Bullish | |
| $9.97 | $12.59 | $16.84 | +59% | Bullish | |
| $11.36 | $14.53 | $19.78 | +83% | Bullish | |
| $12.09 | $15.66 | $21.66 | +98% | Bullish | |
| $13.29 | $17.40 | $24.42 | +120% | Bullish | |
| $13.29 | $17.59 | $25.00 | +122% | Bullish | |
| $14.33 | $19.16 | $27.56 | +142% | Bullish | |
| $15.66 | $21.13 | $30.74 | +167% | Bullish | |
| $22.83 | $32.14 | $49.00 | +306% | Bullish | |
| $44.03 | $66.47 | $108.65 | +739% | Bullish |
Current year — the forecast is anchored to the live price, so ROI shows 0%.
| Month | Min | Avg | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 2026 | $7.84 | $7.92 | $9.71 | +0.00% |
| September 2026 | $7.08 | $8.29 | $9.94 | +4.73% |
| October 2026 | $6.98 | $8.22 | $9.92 | -0.95% |
| November 2026 | $7.06 | $8.35 | $10.14 | +1.61% |
| December 2026 | $7.22 | $8.56 | $10.46 | +2.54% |
Click any year to see its month-by-month FT forecast. Min / Avg / Max are a bear / base / bull scenario; ROI is the projected move from the current price. Change is the month-over-month move in the average. Estimates, not guarantees.
By 2026, FT could reach as high as $10.46, with a base case around $7.92 and support toward $7.84 — roughly 0% from $7.92. A consolidation phase looks the most probable path here.
Expect FT to range from $7.50 to $11.65 through 2027. The $9.14 average target implies a +15% move from current prices. That is up +15% on the projected 2026 average. Price action looks broadly range-bound.
The FT price prediction for 2028 points to an average of $9.73 (low $7.83, high $12.74) — a potential gain of +23% on today's $7.92. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
In 2029, FT is projected to trade between $9.97 and $16.84, averaging $12.59 — a potential gain of +59% from today's $7.92. That is up +29% on the projected 2028 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
Franklin Universal Trust's 2030 outlook centres on $14.53, within a $11.36 to $19.78 range. That is up +15% on the projected 2029 average. That marks a +83% change versus current levels. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
By 2031, FT could reach as high as $21.66, with a base case around $15.66 and support toward $12.09 — roughly +98% from $7.92. Momentum favours further upside here.
Expect FT to range from $13.29 to $24.42 through 2032. The $17.40 average target implies a +120% move from current prices. That is up +11% on the projected 2031 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
The FT price prediction for 2033 points to an average of $17.59 (low $13.29, high $25.00) — a potential gain of +122% on today's $7.92. Momentum favours further upside here.
In 2034, FT is projected to trade between $14.33 and $27.56, averaging $19.16 — a potential gain of +142% from today's $7.92. That is up +9% on the projected 2033 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Franklin Universal Trust's 2035 outlook centres on $21.13, within a $15.66 to $30.74 range. That is up +10% on the projected 2034 average. That marks a +167% change versus current levels. Momentum favours further upside here.
By 2040, FT could reach as high as $49.00, with a base case around $32.14 and support toward $22.83 — roughly +306% from $7.92. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Expect FT to range from $44.03 to $108.65 through 2050. The $66.47 average target implies a +739% move from current prices. That is up +107% on the projected 2040 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
Investing $1,000 in FT today (≈ 126.262626 FT) could be worth
$8,393.28
+$7,393.28 (+739%) by 2050 · US Dollar
Based on the average projected FT price of $66.47 in 2050.
Based on the base (average) forecast scenario. FX rates are indicative. Estimates only — not financial advice.
See what a past investment in FTwould be worth at today's price.
$1,000 invested in FT on Jul 31, 2025 (≈ 127.877235 FT) would be worth
$1,012.79
+$12.79 (+1.3%) today · 1.01× · US Dollar
Based on a FT entry price of $7.82 vs. today's $7.92.
| Invested | Entry price | Value today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week ago | $8.01 | $988.76 | -1.1% |
| 1 month ago | $8.07 | $981.41 | -1.9% |
| 3 months ago | $8.23 | $962.33 | -3.8% |
| 6 months ago | $8.09 | $978.99 | -2.1% |
| 1 year ago | $7.82 | $1,012.79 | +1.3% |
| All time (5.0y) ago | $8.56 | $925.23 | -7.5% |
Past performance from historical market data — it does not predict future results. FX rates are indicative. Not financial advice.
Enter a price to see how it sits against our FT forecast.
Our base-case forecast reaches $16.00 around 2032.
Implied market cap at $16.00: $402.11M
The multi-year forecast shows a shift from neutral to bullish sentiment over time, with the average price rising from $8.05 in 2026 to $9.26 in 2027, $10.04 in 2028, and $12.94 in 2029, then higher in subsequent years.
From 2028 onward the forecast is BULLISH, with 2028 avg $10.04, 2029 avg $12.94, 2030 avg $14.85, 2031 avg $16.11, 2032 avg $17.85, 2033 avg $18.03, 2034 avg $19.80, and 2035 avg $21.75. The path continues to 2040 avg $33.42 and 2050 avg $68.67, with corresponding ROI climbing to 315.5% by 2040 and 753.5% by 2050.
These figures are estimates, not guarantees, and reflect varying levels of risk and uncertainty over time.
Tap a question to reveal the answer.
Avg $14.85; min $11.61; max $20.23; ROI 84.6%; sentiment BULLISH.
The 2040 max forecast is $50.97; the 2040 avg is $33.42; ROI 315.5%; sentiment BULLISH.
Avg $68.67; min $45.48; max $112.25; ROI 753.5%; sentiment BULLISH.
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