FRANKLIN RESOURCES INC, 10-K filed on 11/10/2025
Annual Report
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Document and Entity Information - USD ($)
$ in Billions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Oct. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2025
Document And Entity Information [Abstract]      
Document Type 10-K    
Document Annual Report true    
Document Period End Date Sep. 30, 2025    
Document Transition Report false    
Entity File Number 001-09318    
Entity Registrant Name FRANKLIN RESOURCES, INC.    
Entity Central Index Key 0000038777    
Current Fiscal Year End Date --09-30    
Document Fiscal Year Focus 2025    
Document Fiscal Period Focus FY    
Amendment Flag false    
Entity Incorporation, State or Country Code DE    
Entity Tax Identification Number 13-2670991    
Entity Address, Address Line One One Franklin Parkway    
Entity Address, City or Town San Mateo    
Entity Address, State or Province CA    
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code 94403    
City Area Code 650    
Local Phone Number 312-2000    
Title of 12(b) Security Common Stock, par value $0.10 per share    
Trading Symbol BEN    
Security Exchange Name NYSE    
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer Yes    
Entity Voluntary Filers No    
Entity Current Reporting Status Yes    
Entity Interactive Data Current Yes    
Entity Filer Category Large Accelerated Filer    
Entity Small Business false    
Entity Emerging Growth Company false    
ICFR Auditor Attestation Flag true    
Entity Shell Company false    
Entity Public Float     $ 5.9
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   520,970,580  
Documents Incorporated by Reference [Text Block] Certain portions of the registrant’s definitive proxy statement for its annual meeting of stockholders, to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission within 120 days after September 30, 2025, are incorporated by reference into Part III of this report.    
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Audit Information
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Auditor [Line Items]  
Auditor Name PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Auditor Location San Francisco, California
Auditor Firm ID 238
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Consolidated Statements of Income - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Operating Revenues      
Operating revenues $ 8,770.7 $ 8,478.0 $ 7,849.4
Operating Expenses      
Compensation and benefits 3,818.2 3,831.1 3,494.0
Sales, distribution and marketing 2,010.9 1,863.1 1,613.1
Information systems and technology 643.6 620.1 505.0
Occupancy 286.3 325.4 228.9
Amortization of intangible assets 406.5 338.2 341.1
Impairment of intangible asset 226.6 389.2 0.0
General, administrative and other 774.5 703.3 565.0
Total operating expenses 8,166.6 8,070.4 6,747.1
Operating Income (Loss) 604.1 407.6 1,102.3
Other Income (Expenses)      
Other Nonoperating Income (Expense) 212.8 395.5 262.3
Interest expense (94.9) (97.2) (123.7)
Nonoperating Income (Expense) 182.7 415.6 235.7
Income before taxes 786.8 823.2 1,338.0
Taxes on income 237.9 215.3 312.3
Net income 548.9 607.9 1,025.7
Less: net income (loss) attributable to      
Redeemable noncontrolling interests (52.7) 127.9 135.5
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Nonredeemable Noncontrolling Interest 76.7 15.2 7.4
Net Income Attributable to Franklin Resources, Inc. $ 524.9 $ 464.8 $ 882.8
Earnings per Share      
Basic $ 0.91 $ 0.85 $ 1.72
Diluted $ 0.91 $ 0.85 $ 1.72
Consolidated Investment Products [Member]      
Other Income (Expenses)      
Other Nonoperating Income (Expense) $ 108.4 $ 149.9 $ 115.8
Expenses of consolidated investment products (43.6) (32.6) (18.7)
Less: net income (loss) attributable to      
Redeemable noncontrolling interests (94.9) 80.2 77.4
Investment management fees [Member]      
Operating Revenues      
Operating revenues 6,981.8 6,822.2 6,452.9
Sales and distribution fees [Member]      
Operating Revenues      
Operating revenues 1,474.7 1,381.0 1,203.7
Shareholder servicing fees [Member]      
Operating Revenues      
Operating revenues 264.5 229.3 152.7
Other [Member]      
Operating Revenues      
Operating revenues $ 49.7 $ 45.5 $ 40.1
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Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]      
Net Income (Loss), Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest $ 548.9 $ 607.9 $ 1,025.7
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)      
Currency translation adjustments, net of tax (18.4) 89.8 112.8
Net unrealized gains (losses) on defined benefit plans, net of tax (9.3) 0.1 (1.3)
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments, net of tax 0.1 (0.1) 0.2
Total other comprehensive income (loss) (27.6) 89.8 111.7
Total comprehensive income 521.3 697.7 1,137.4
Less: comprehensive income (loss) attributable to      
Redeemable noncontrolling interests (52.7) 127.9 135.5
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Nonredeemable Noncontrolling Interest 76.7 15.2 7.4
Comprehensive Income Attributable to Franklin Resources, Inc. $ 497.3 $ 554.6 $ 994.5
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Consolidated Balance Sheets - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Assets    
Receivables $ 1,541.7 $ 1,479.1
Investments 2,374.0 2,338.4
Investments, at fair value 1,179.5 838.0
Property and equipment, net 949.1 946.4
Goodwill 6,206.0 6,211.4
Intangible assets, net 4,166.0 4,802.1
Operating lease right-of-use assets 764.3 823.3
Other 514.5 420.0
Total Assets 32,368.3 32,464.5
Liabilities    
Compensation and benefits 1,760.3 1,801.3
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 615.4 551.5
Income taxes 207.5 406.4
Debt 2,362.0 2,780.3
Deferred tax liabilities 261.6 284.9
Operating lease liabilities 1,000.6 965.1
Other 971.8 907.4
Total liabilities 18,179.5 17,899.7
Commitments and Contingencies (Note 15)
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests 1,182.0 1,321.8
Stockholders’ Equity    
Preferred stock, $1.00 par value, 1,000,000 shares authorized; none issued 0.0 0.0
Common stock, $0.10 par value, 1,000,000,000 shares authorized; 520,951,796 and 523,596,548 shares issued and outstanding at September 30, 2025 and 2024 52.1 52.4
Additional Paid in Capital, Common Stock 956.8 947.6
Retained earnings 11,516.0 11,927.6
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (447.1) (419.5)
Total Franklin Resources, Inc. stockholders’ equity 12,077.8 12,508.1
Nonredeemable noncontrolling interests 929.0 734.9
Total stockholders’ equity 13,006.8 13,243.0
Total Liabilities, Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests and Stockholders’ Equity 32,368.3 32,464.5
Consolidated Investment Products [Member]    
Assets    
Cash and cash equivalents 485.8 1,099.4
Receivables 313.1 217.5
Investments, at fair value 12,278.8 11,034.9
Total Assets 13,077.7 12,351.8
Liabilities    
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 1,063.0 861.3
Debt 9,937.3 9,341.5
Other 17.5 39.9
Total liabilities 11,017.8 10,242.7
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests 289.6 687.8
Stockholders’ Equity    
Total Franklin Resources, Inc. stockholders’ equity 1,220.6 1,080.9
Nonredeemable noncontrolling interests 549.7 340.4
Total stockholders’ equity 1,770.3 1,421.3
Total Liabilities, Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests and Stockholders’ Equity 13,077.7 12,351.8
Franklin Resources, Inc. [Member]    
Assets    
Cash and cash equivalents $ 3,088.1 $ 3,309.5
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Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value $ 1,179.5 $ 838.0
Preferred stock, par value $ 1.00 $ 1.00
Preferred stock, shares authorized 1,000,000 1,000,000
Common stock, par value $ 0.10 $ 0.10
Common stock, shares authorized 1,000,000,000 1,000,000,000
Common stock, shares outstanding 520,951,796 523,596,548
Common stock, shares issued 520,951,796 523,596,548
Additional Paid in Capital, Common Stock $ 956.8 $ 947.6
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Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity - USD ($)
shares in Millions, $ in Millions
Total
Common Stock [Member]
Capital in Excess of Par Value [Member]
Retained Earnings [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss [Member]
Stockholders' Equity [Member]
Nonredeemable Noncontrolling Interests [Member]
Beginning balance - Shares at Sep. 30, 2022   499.6          
Beginning balance at Sep. 30, 2022   $ 50.0 $ 0.0 $ 12,045.6 $ (621.0) $ 11,474.6  
Beginning balance at Sep. 30, 2022 $ 12,298.9           $ 824.3
Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]              
Net income 882.8     882.8   882.8  
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Nonredeemable Noncontrolling Interest 7.4           7.4
Net income 890.2            
Other comprehensive income (loss) 111.7       111.7 111.7  
Dividends declared on common stock (611.4)     (611.4)   (611.4)  
Repurchase of common stock - Shares   (9.6)          
Repurchase of common stock - Amount (256.3) $ (1.0) (205.5) (49.8)   (256.3)  
Issuance of common stock - Shares   5.9          
Issuance of common stock - Amount 215.1 $ 0.6 214.5     215.1  
Stock-based compensation (9.0)   (9.0)     (9.0)  
Net subscriptions and other 159.8     0.0   0.0 159.8
Net consolidation (deconsolidation) of investment products (360.6)           (360.6)
Adjustment to fair value of redeemable noncontrolling interests 109.4     109.4   109.4  
Ending balance - Shares at Sep. 30, 2023   495.9          
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2023   $ 49.6 0.0 12,376.6 (509.3) 11,916.9  
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2023 12,547.8           630.9
Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]              
Net income 464.8     464.8   464.8  
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Nonredeemable Noncontrolling Interest 15.2           15.2
Net income 480.0            
Other comprehensive income (loss) 89.8       89.8 89.8  
Dividends declared on common stock (670.1)     (670.1)   (670.1)  
Repurchase of common stock - Shares   (12.0)          
Repurchase of common stock - Amount (274.4) $ (1.2) (281.2) 8.0   (274.4)  
Issuance of common stock - Shares   8.1          
Issuance of common stock - Amount 231.6 $ 0.8 230.8     231.6  
Stock-based compensation 61.1   61.1     61.1  
Acquisition - Amount   $ 3.2 936.9     940.1  
Acquisition - Shares   31.6          
Net subscriptions and other 108.7     0.0   0.0 108.7
Net consolidation (deconsolidation) of investment products (45.7)           (45.7)
Acquisitions 965.9           25.8
Adjustment to fair value of redeemable noncontrolling interests (251.7)     (251.7)   (251.7)  
Ending balance - Shares at Sep. 30, 2024   523.6          
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2024 12,508.1 $ 52.4 947.6 11,927.6 (419.5) 12,508.1  
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2024 734.9            
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2024 13,243.0           734.9
Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]              
Net income 524.9     524.9   524.9  
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Nonredeemable Noncontrolling Interest 76.7           76.7
Net income 601.6            
Other comprehensive income (loss) (27.6)       (27.6) (27.6)  
Dividends declared on common stock (688.4)     (688.4)   (688.4)  
Repurchase of common stock - Shares   (10.7)          
Repurchase of common stock - Amount (240.3) $ (1.1) (239.2) 0.0   (240.3)  
Issuance of common stock - Shares   8.1          
Issuance of common stock - Amount 242.8 $ 0.8 242.0     242.8  
Stock-based compensation 6.4   6.4     6.4  
Net subscriptions and other 99.4     0.0   0.0 99.4
Net consolidation (deconsolidation) of investment products 18.0           18.0
Adjustment to fair value of redeemable noncontrolling interests (248.1)     (248.1)   (248.1)  
Ending balance - Shares at Sep. 30, 2025   521.0          
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2025 12,077.8 $ 52.1 $ 956.8 $ 11,516.0 $ (447.1) $ 12,077.8  
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2025 929.0            
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2025 $ 13,006.8           $ 929.0
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Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity (Parenthetical) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Statement of Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]      
Dividends declared per share $ 1.28 $ 1.24 $ 1.20
Total stockholders’ equity $ 13,006.8 $ 13,243.0 $ 12,547.8
Net subscriptions (distributions) and other 99.4 108.7 159.8
Adjustment to fair value (248.1) (251.7) 109.4
Acquisitions   965.9  
Net subscriptions (distributions) and other 99.4 108.7 159.8
Stockholders' Equity [Member]      
Statement of Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]      
Net subscriptions (distributions) and other 0.0 0.0 0.0
Adjustment to fair value (248.1) (251.7) 109.4
Net subscriptions (distributions) and other $ 0.0 0.0 $ 0.0
Acquisition - Amount   $ 940.1  
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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Jan. 01, 2024
Sep. 30, 2022
Net cash provided by operating activities          
Net Income (Loss), Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest $ 548.9 $ 607.9 $ 1,025.7    
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:          
Stock-based compensation 214.8 246.1 182.6    
Amortization of deferred sales commissions 79.8 62.0 50.0    
Depreciation and other amortization 125.3 116.5 104.3    
Amortization of intangible assets 406.5 338.2 341.1    
Impairment of intangible asset 226.6 389.2 0.0    
Net losses (gains) on investments 37.6 (57.6) (39.5)    
Income from investments in equity method investees (78.0) (137.5) (45.4)    
Net (gains) losses on investments of consolidated investment products (4.1) 24.9 120.4    
Net purchase of investments by consolidated investment products (369.4) (520.2) (829.4)    
Deferred income taxes (47.2) (124.6) 41.5    
Other 174.4 172.2 73.2    
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:          
Increase in receivables and other assets (128.7) (111.8) (63.2)    
Decrease in investments, net 19.0 9.4 2.8    
Increase (decrease) in accrued compensation and benefits (32.9) 86.5 128.9    
Decrease in income taxes payable (181.5) (93.4) (1.1)    
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable, accrued expenses and other liabilities 90.0 3.9 (4.5)    
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable and accrued expenses of consolidated investment products (15.0) (40.4) 1.8    
Net cash provided by operating activities 1,066.1 971.3 1,089.2    
Net cash used in investing activities          
Purchase of investments (1,037.2) (1,127.7) (757.8)    
Liquidation of investments 776.2 1,406.8 608.6    
Purchase of investments by consolidated collateralized loan obligations (6,538.9) (6,310.0) (4,364.1)    
Payments of deferred consideration liability (90.5) (534.9) (241.8)    
Liquidation of investments by consolidated collateralized loan obligations 4,918.6 4,250.7 1,834.1    
Additions of property and equipment, net (154.5) (177.1) (148.8)    
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired (including $281.4 in cash and cash equivalents of consolidated investment products in fiscal year 2024) 0.0 175.1 (500.5)    
Payments of contingent consideration asset 0.0 0.0 9.8    
Net deconsolidation of investment products (216.4) (106.6) (49.8)    
Net cash used in investing activities (2,342.7) (2,423.7) (3,610.3)    
Net cash provided by financing activities          
Issuance of common stock 24.1 20.8 23.3    
Dividends paid on common stock (683.7) (656.4) (607.3)    
Repurchase of common stock (240.3) (274.4) (256.3)    
Proceeds from repurchase agreement 144.7 5.3 174.8    
Payments on repurchase agreement (61.8) (81.1) 0.0    
Proceeds from debt 300.0 0.0 0.0    
Payments on debt (700.0) (250.0) (300.0)    
Proceeds from debt of consolidated investment products 6,029.7 4,346.7 3,539.9    
Payments on debt by consolidated investment products (4,800.6) (1,912.9) (1,105.0)    
Payments on contingent consideration liabilities (6.8) (22.8) (7.6)    
Noncontrolling interests 447.1 240.4 644.9    
Net cash provided by financing activities 452.4 1,415.6 2,106.7    
Effect of Exchange Rate on Cash, Cash Equivalent, Restricted Cash, and Restricted Cash Equivalent, Continuing Operation (10.8) 43.3 34.3    
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (835.0) 6.5 (380.1)    
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Restricted Cash Equivalents 3,573.9 4,408.9 4,402.4   $ 4,782.5
Supplemental Disclosure of Cash Flow Information          
Cash paid for income taxes 465.4 435.7 233.2    
Cash paid for interest 106.6 113.4 121.9    
Cash paid for interest by consolidated investment products 753.2 694.2 379.2    
Noncash or Part Noncash Acquisition, Investments Acquired 68.4 0.0 $ 0.0    
Consolidated Investment Products [Member]          
Net cash provided by financing activities          
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year 1,099.4        
Cash and Cash Equivalents, End of Year $ 485.8 $ 1,099.4      
Consolidated Investment Products [Member] | Putnam Investments          
Supplemental Disclosure of Cash Flow Information          
Cash and cash equivalents       $ 281.4  
Cash and cash equivalents       $ 281.4  
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Significant Accounting Policies
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Significant Accounting Policies Significant Accounting Policies
Business. Franklin is a holding company with subsidiaries operating under its Franklin Templeton and/or subsidiary brand names. The Company provides investment management and related services to investors in jurisdictions worldwide through investment products which include sponsored funds, as well as institutional and high-net-worth separate accounts, retail separately managed account programs, sub-advised products, and other investment vehicles. The Company’s related services include fund administration, sales and distribution, and shareholder servicing.
Basis of Presentation. The consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, which require the use of estimates, judgments and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the periods presented. Management believes that the accounting estimates are appropriate, and the resulting balances are reasonable; however, due to the inherent uncertainties in making estimates, actual amounts may differ from these estimates.
Consolidation. The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Franklin and its subsidiaries and consolidated investment products (“CIPs”) in which it has a controlling financial interest. The Company has a controlling financial interest when it owns a majority of the voting interest in a voting interest entity (“VOE”) or is the primary beneficiary of a variable interest entity (“VIE”). Intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated.
A VIE is an entity in which the equity investment holders have not contributed sufficient capital to finance its activities or do not have defined rights and obligations normally associated with an equity investment. The Companys VIEs are primarily investment products, and its variable interests consist of its equity ownership interests in and investment management fees earned from these products.
The Company is the primary beneficiary of a VIE if it has the power to direct the activities that most significantly impact the VIEs economic performance and the obligation to absorb losses of or right to receive benefits from the VIE that could potentially be significant to the VIE. Investment management fees earned from VIEs are excluded from the primary beneficiary determination if they are deemed to be at market and commensurate with service.
Related Parties include sponsored funds and equity method investees. A substantial amount of the Companys operating revenues and receivables are from related parties.
Earnings per Share. Basic and diluted earnings per share are computed using the two-class method, which considers participating securities as a separate class of shares. The Companys participating securities consist of its nonvested stock and stock unit awards that contain nonforfeitable rights to dividends or dividend equivalents. Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing net income available to the Companys common stockholders, adjusted to exclude earnings allocated to participating securities, by the weighted-average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per share is computed on the basis of the weighted-average number of shares of common stock plus the effect of dilutive potential common shares outstanding during the period.
Business combinations are accounted for by recognizing the acquired assets, including separately identifiable intangible assets, and assumed liabilities at their acquisition-date estimated fair values. Any excess of the purchase consideration over the acquisition-date fair values of these identifiable assets and liabilities is recognized as goodwill. During the measurement period, which is not to exceed one year from the acquisition date, the Company may record adjustments to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed due to new information about facts that existed as of the acquisition date, with the corresponding offset to goodwill. Upon the conclusion of the measurement period, any subsequent adjustments are recorded in earnings.
Intangible assets acquired in business combinations consist primarily of investment management contracts and trade names. The fair values of the acquired management contracts are based on the net present value of estimated future cash flows attributable to the contracts, which include significant assumptions about forecasts of the AUM growth rate, pre-tax profit margin, discount rate, average effective fee rate and effective tax rate. The fair value of trade names is determined using the relief from royalty method based on net present value of estimated future cash flows, which include significant assumptions about royalty rate, revenue growth rate, discount rate and effective tax rate. The management contract intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful lives, which range from three to 16 years, using the straight-line method, unless the asset is determined to have an indefinite useful life. Indefinite-lived intangible assets represent contracts
to manage investment assets for which there is no foreseeable limit on the contract period. Trade names intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful lives which range from five to twenty years using the straight-line method.
Goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets are tested for impairment annually as of August 1 and when an event occurs or circumstances change that more likely than not reduce the fair value of the related reporting unit or indefinite-lived intangible asset below its carrying value. The Company has one reporting unit, investment management and related services, consistent with its single operating segment, to which all goodwill has been assigned.
Goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets may first be assessed for qualitative factors to determine whether it is necessary to perform a quantitative impairment test. The qualitative analysis considers entity-specific and macroeconomic factors and their potential impact on the key assumptions used in the determination of the fair value of the reporting unit or indefinite-lived intangible asset. A quantitative impairment test is performed if the results of the qualitative assessment indicate that it is more likely than not that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying value or an indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired, or if a qualitative assessment is not performed.
The fair values of the reporting unit and indefinite-lived intangible assets are based on the net present value of estimated future cash flows, which include assumptions about the AUM growth rate, pre-tax profit margin, discount rate, average effective fee rate and effective tax rate.
If a quantitative goodwill impairment test indicates that the carrying value of the reporting unit exceeds its fair value, impairment is recognized in the amount of the difference in values not to exceed the total amount of goodwill allocated to the reporting unit.
If a quantitative indefinite-lived intangible assets impairment test indicates that the carrying value of the asset exceeds the fair value, impairment is recognized in the amount of the difference in values.
Definite-lived intangible assets are tested for impairment quarterly. Impairment is indicated when the carrying value of an asset is not recoverable and exceeds its fair value. Recoverability is evaluated based on estimated undiscounted future cash flows using assumptions about the AUM growth rate, pre-tax profit margin, average effective fee rate and expected useful lives as well as royalty rate for trade names intangible assets. If the carrying value of an asset is not recoverable through undiscounted cash flows, impairment is recognized in the amount by which the carrying value exceeds the asset’s fair value, as determined by discounted cash flows or other methods as appropriate for the asset type.
Fair Value Measurements. The Company uses a three-level fair value hierarchy that prioritizes the inputs to valuation techniques used to measure fair value based on whether the inputs to those valuation techniques are observable or unobservable. The three levels of fair value hierarchy are set forth below. The assessment of the hierarchy level of the assets or liabilities measured at fair value is determined based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement in its entirety.
Level 1Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities, which may include published net asset values (“NAV”) for fund products.
Level 2Observable inputs other than Level 1 quoted prices, such as non-binding quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in inactive markets, or model-based valuation methodologies that utilize significant assumptions that are observable or corroborated by observable market data.
Level 3Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity. These inputs require significant management judgment and reflect the Company’s estimation of assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability.
Quoted market prices may be adjusted if events occur, such as global market fluctuations, issuer specific news, economic and geopolitical events, natural disasters, and governmental actions. A pricing vendor is engaged to provide a valuation factor, which represents an estimate as to how much a specific investment value would have changed between the time that the investment stopped trading in its local market and the time that the fund’s NAV was determined. The price adjustments are primarily determined based on third-party factors derived from model-based valuation techniques for which the significant assumptions are observable in the market.
The Company’s investments are primarily recorded at fair value or amounts that approximate fair value on a recurring basis. Investments in fund products for which fair value is estimated using NAV as a practical expedient (when
the NAV is available to the Company as an investor but is not publicly available) are not classified in the fair value hierarchy. Fair values are estimated for disclosure purposes for financial instruments that are not measured at fair value.
Cash and Cash Equivalents primarily consist of nonconsolidated sponsored money market funds and deposits with financial institutions and are carried at cost. Due to the short-term nature and liquidity of these financial instruments, their carrying values approximate fair value.
The Company maintains cash and cash equivalents with financial institutions in various countries, limits the amount of credit exposure with any given financial institution and conducts ongoing evaluations of the creditworthiness of the financial institutions with which it does business.
Receivables consist primarily of fees receivable from investment products and are carried at invoiced amounts. Due to the short-term nature and liquidity of the receivables, their carrying values approximate fair value.
Investments consist of investments in sponsored funds and separate accounts, investments related to long-term incentive plans, other equity and debt securities, investments in equity method investees and other investments.
Investments in sponsored funds and separate accounts consist primarily of nonconsolidated sponsored funds and to a lesser extent, separate accounts. Sponsored funds and separate accounts are carried at fair value with changes in the fair value recognized as gains and losses in earnings. The fair values of fund products are determined based on their published NAV or estimated using NAV as a practical expedient. The fair values of the underlying investments of the separate accounts are determined using quoted market prices, or independent third-party broker or dealer price quotes if quoted market prices are not available.
Investments related to long-term incentive plans consist primarily of investments in sponsored funds related to certain compensation plans that have vesting provision and are carried at fair value. Changes in fair value are recognized as gains and losses in earnings. The fair values of the investments are determined based on the sponsored funds’ published NAV or estimated using NAV as a practical expedient.
Other equity and debt investments consist of equity and debt securities carried at fair value. Changes in the fair value of equity securities other than fund products are recognized as gains and losses in earnings. The fair values of equity and debt securities are determined using independent third-party broker or dealer price quotes or based on either a market-based or income-based approach using significant unobservable inputs. The fair values of fund products are determined based on their published NAV or estimated using NAV as a practical expedient.
Investments in Equity Method Investees consist of equity investments in entities, including sponsored funds, over which the Company is able to exercise significant influence, but not control. Significant influence is generally considered to exist when the Companys ownership interest in the investee is between 20% and 50%, although other factors, such as representation on the investees board of directors and the impact of commercial arrangements, are also considered in determining whether the equity method of accounting is appropriate. Investments in limited partnerships and limited liability companies are accounted for using the equity method when the Companys investment is more than minor or when the Company is the general partner. Under the equity method of accounting, the investments are initially carried at cost and subsequently adjusted by the Companys proportionate share of the entities net income, which is recognized in earnings.
Other Investments consist of equity investments in entities over which the Company is unable to exercise significant influence and do not have a readily determinable fair value, and time deposits with maturities greater than three months from the date of purchase. The equity investments are measured at cost adjusted for observable price changes and impairment, if any, which are recognized in earnings. The fair value of the entities is generally estimated using significant unobservable inputs in either a market-based or income-based approach. The time deposits are carried at cost which approximates fair value due to their short-term nature and liquidity.
Impairment of Investments. Investments in equity method investees and equity investments that do not have a readily determinable fair value are evaluated for impairment on a quarterly basis. The evaluation of equity investments considers qualitative factors, including the financial condition and specific events related to an investee that may indicate the fair value of the investment is less than its carrying value. Impairment of equity securities is recognized in earnings.
Cash and Cash Equivalents of CIPs consist of highly liquid investments, including money market funds, which are readily convertible into cash, and deposits with financial institutions, and are carried at cost. Due to the short-term nature and liquidity of these financial instruments, their carrying values approximate fair value.
Receivables of CIPs consist of investment and share transaction related receivables and are carried at transacted amounts. Due to the short-term nature and liquidity of the receivables, their carrying values approximate fair value.
Investments of CIPs consist of marketable debt and equity securities and other investments that are not generally traded in active markets, and are carried at fair value. Changes in the fair value of the investments are recognized as gains and losses in earnings. The fair values of marketable securities are determined using quoted market prices, or independent third-party broker or dealer price quotes if quoted market prices are not available.
The investments that are not generally traded in active markets consist of equity and debt securities of entities in emerging markets, fund products, other equity and debt instruments, and loans. The fair values are determined using significant unobservable inputs in either a market-based or income-based approach, except for fund products, for which fair values are estimated using NAV as a practical expedient.
Property and Equipment, net are recorded at cost and depreciated using the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives which range from three to 35 years. Expenditures for repairs and maintenance are charged to expense when incurred. Leasehold improvements are amortized using the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives or the lease term, whichever is shorter.
Internal and external costs incurred in connection with developing or obtaining software for internal use are capitalized and amortized over the shorter of the estimated useful lives of the software or the license terms, beginning when the software project is complete and the application is put into production.
Property and equipment are tested for impairment when there is an indication that the carrying value of an asset may not be recoverable. Carrying values are not recoverable when the undiscounted cash flows estimated to be generated by the assets are less than their carrying values. When an asset is determined to not be recoverable, the impairment is measured based on the excess, if any, of the carrying value of the asset over its respective fair value. Fair value is determined by discounted future cash flows models, appraisals or other applicable methods.
Leases consist primarily of operating leases relating to real estate. At the inception of a contract, the Company determines whether it is or contains a lease, which includes consideration of whether there are identified assets in the contract and if the Company has control over such assets. Right-of-use (“ROU”) assets and lease liabilities are recognized for all arrangements that qualify as a lease, except for those with original lease terms of twelve months or less.
ROU assets and lease liabilities are recognized at the lease commencement date based on the present value of the future lease payments using an incremental borrowing rate estimated on a collateralized basis with similar terms for the specific interest rate environment. Leases with fixed payments are expensed on a straight-line basis over the lease term. Variable lease payments based on usage, changes in an index or market rate are expensed as incurred. The lease terms include options to extend or terminate the lease when it is reasonably certain they will be exercised.
Lease and nonlease payment components are accounted for separately. ROU assets are tested for impairment when there is an indication that the carrying value of an asset may not be recoverable.
Debt consists of senior notes which are carried at amortized cost. The fair value is estimated using quoted market prices, independent third-party broker or dealer price quotes, or prices of publicly traded debt with similar maturities, credit risk and interest rates. Amortization of debt premium and discount are recognized over the terms of the notes in interest expense.
Debt of CIPs is carried at amortized cost. The fair value is estimated using a discounted cash flow model that considers current interest rate levels, the quality of the underlying collateral and current economic conditions. Debt of CIPs also included debt of consolidated collateralized loan obligations (“CLOs”) which is measured primarily based on the fair value of the assets of the CLOs less the fair value of the Company’s own economic interests in the CLOs.
Noncontrolling Interests consist of third-party equity interests in CIPs and minority interests in certain subsidiaries. Noncontrolling interests that are redeemable or convertible for cash or other assets at the option of the holder are classified as temporary equity at the higher of fair value on reporting date or issuance-date fair value. Changes in fair value of redeemable noncontrolling interest is recognized as an adjustment to retained earnings. Nonredeemable noncontrolling interests are classified as a component of equity. Net income (loss) attributable to third-party investors is reflected as net income (loss) attributable to nonredeemable and redeemable noncontrolling interests in the consolidated statements of income. Subscriptions and redemptions of shares of CIPs by third-party investors are a component of the change in noncontrolling interests included in financing activities in the consolidated statements of cash flows.
The fair values of third-party equity interests in CIPs are determined based on the published NAV or estimated using NAV a practical expedient. The fair values of redeemable noncontrolling interests related to minority interest in certain subsidiaries are determined using discounted cash flows and guideline public company methods, which include significant assumptions about forecasts of the AUM growth rate, pre-tax profit margin, discount rate and public company earnings multiples.
Revenues. The Company earns revenue primarily from providing investment management and related services to its customers, which are generally investment products or investors in separate accounts. Related services include fund administration, sales and distribution, and shareholder servicing. Revenues are recognized when the Company’s obligations related to the services are satisfied and it is probable that a significant reversal of the revenue amount would not occur in future periods. The obligations are satisfied over time as the services are rendered, except for the sales and distribution obligations for the sale of shares of sponsored funds which are satisfied on trade date. Multiple services included in customer contracts are accounted for separately when the obligations are determined to be distinct.
Fees from providing investment management and fund administration services (“investment management fees”), other than performance-based investment management fees, are determined based on a percentage of AUM, primarily on a monthly basis using daily average AUM, and are recognized as the services are performed over time. Performance-based investment management fees are generally generated when investment products’ performance exceeds targets established in customer contracts. These fees are recognized when the amount is no longer probable of significant reversal and may relate to investment management services that were provided in prior periods.
Sales and distribution fees primarily consist of upfront sales commissions and ongoing distribution fees. Sales commissions are based on contractual rates for sales of certain classes of sponsored funds and are recognized on trade date. Distribution service fees are determined based on a percentage of AUM, primarily on a monthly basis using daily average AUM. As the fee amounts are uncertain on trade date, they are recognized over time as the amounts become known and may relate to sales and distribution services provided in prior periods.
Shareholder servicing fees are primarily determined based on a contractual margin, or a percentage of AUM on a monthly basis using daily average AUM and either the number of transactions in shareholder accounts or the number of shareholder accounts, while fees from certain investment products are based only on AUM. The fees are recognized as the services are performed over time.
AUM is generally based on the fair value of the underlying securities held by investment products and is calculated using fair value methods derived primarily from unadjusted quoted market prices, unadjusted independent third-party broker or dealer price quotes in active markets, or market prices or price quotes adjusted for observable price movements after the close of the primary market in accordance with the Company’s global valuation and pricing policy. The fair values of securities for which market prices are not readily available are valued internally using various methodologies which incorporate significant unobservable inputs as appropriate for each security type and represent an insignificant percentage of total AUM.
Revenue is recorded gross of payments made to third-party providers in the Company’s role as principal as it controls the delegated services provided to customers.
Stock-Based Compensation. The fair value of stock-based payment awards is estimated on the date of grant based on the market price of the underlying shares of the Companys common stock and is amortized to compensation expense on a straight-line basis over the related vesting period, which is generally three years. Expense relating to awards subject to performance conditions is recognized if it is probable that the conditions will be achieved. The probability of achievement is assessed on a quarterly basis. Forfeitures are accounted for as they occur. The fair value of cash-settled phantom stock
awards is amortized to compensation expense on a straight-line basis over the related vesting period, which is generally four years, and the related liability is carried at fair value.
Postretirement Benefits. Defined contribution plan costs are expensed as incurred.
Income Taxes. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recorded for temporary differences between the tax basis of assets and liabilities and the reported amounts in the consolidated financial statements using the statutory tax rates in effect for the year when the reported amount of the asset or liability is expected to be recovered or settled, respectively. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income tax expense in the period that includes the enactment date. A valuation allowance is recorded to reduce the carrying values of deferred tax assets to the amount that is more likely than not to be realized. In assessing whether a valuation allowance should be established against a deferred tax asset, the Company considers all positive and negative evidence, which includes timing of expiration, projected sources of taxable income, limitations on utilization under the statute and the effectiveness of prudent and feasible tax planning strategies among other factors. For each tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return, the Company utilizes significant judgment related to the range of possible favorable or unfavorable outcomes to determine whether it is more likely than not that the position will be sustained upon examination based on the technical merits of the position, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation. A tax position that meets the more likely than not recognition threshold is measured at the largest amount of benefit that is greater than 50% likely of being realized upon settlement. Interest on tax matters is recognized in interest expense. Penalties are recognized in other operating expenses.
The Company operates in numerous countries, states and other taxing jurisdictions. The income tax laws are complex and subject to different interpretations by the taxpayer and the relevant taxing authorities. Significant judgment is required in the determination of the Company’s annual income tax provisions, which includes the assessment of deferred tax assets and uncertain tax positions, as well as the interpretation and application of existing and newly enacted tax laws, regulation changes, and new judicial rulings. The Company repatriates foreign earnings that are in excess of regulatory, capital or operational requirements of all of its non-U.S. subsidiaries.
Foreign Currency Translation and Transactions. Assets and liabilities of non-U.S. subsidiaries for which the local currency is the functional currency are translated at current exchange rates as of the end of the reporting period. The related revenues and expenses are translated at average exchange rates in effect during the period. Net exchange gains and losses resulting from translation are excluded from income and are recorded as part of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss). Transactions denominated in a foreign currency are revalued at the current exchange rate at the transaction date and any related gains and losses are recognized in earnings.
v3.25.3
New Accounting Guidance
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Accounting Changes and Error Corrections [Abstract]  
New Accounting Guidance New Accounting Guidance
Recently Adopted Accounting Guidance
On October 1, 2024, the Company adopted the amendment issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) for segment reporting. The amendment requires annual and interim disclosures of significant segment expenses that are regularly provided to the chief operating decision maker by reportable segment and clarifies that single reportable segment entities are required to apply all existing segment disclosures in the guidance. The adoption of this amendment resulted in additional disclosures. See Note 18 – Segment and Geographic Information.
Accounting Guidance Not Yet Adopted
In December 2023, the FASB issued an amendment to the existing income taxes guidance. The amendment requires the disclosure of additional information with respect to the reconciliation of the effective tax rate to the statutory rate for federal, state, and foreign income taxes and requires greater detail about significant reconciling items in the reconciliation. Additionally, the amendment requires disaggregated information pertaining to taxes paid, net of refunds received, for federal, state, and foreign income taxes. The amendment allows for either a prospective or retrospective approach on adoption and is effective for the Company on October 1, 2025. The Company will elect the prospective approach and include the relevant disclosures in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026.
In December 2023, the FASB issued an amendment to the existing intangible assets guidance. The amendment requires eligible crypto assets to be measured at fair value, with changes recognized in net income, along with expanded disclosures. The amendment is effective for the Company on October 1, 2025, and requires a modified-retrospective transition approach. The Company will recognize a cumulative effective adjustment of approximately $26 million through retained earnings at adoption.
In November 2024, the FASB issued new guidance requiring disclosures of additional information and disaggregation of certain expenses included in the income statement. The guidance is effective for the Company on October 1, 2027, and allows for either a prospective or retrospective approach on adoption. The Company is currently evaluating the impact that the adoption will have on its financial statements and has not yet determined its transition approach.
In September 2025, the FASB issued an amendment to the existing internal-use software guidance. The amendment eliminates the project stage model and clarifies that capitalization of internal-use software costs commences when management has authorized and committed funding for the project and it is probable that software will be completed and used for its intended function. The amendment allows for varying transition approaches and is effective for the Company on October 1, 2028, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of adopting the guidance and has not yet determined its transition approach.
v3.25.3
Earnings per Share
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]  
Earnings per Share Earnings per Share
The components of basic and diluted earnings per share were as follows:
(in millions, except per share data)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
Net income attributable to Franklin Resources, Inc.$524.9 $464.8 $882.8 
Less: allocation of earnings to participating nonvested stock and stock unit awards
53.2 32.6 37.7 
Net Income Available to Common Stockholders$471.7 $432.2 $845.1 
Weighted-average shares outstanding – basic
516.7 509.5 490.0 
Dilutive effect of nonparticipating nonvested stock unit awards
0.7 0.8 0.8 
Weighted-Average Shares Outstanding – Diluted517.4 510.3 490.8 
Earnings per Share
Basic$0.91 $0.85 $1.72 
Diluted0.91 0.85 1.72 
Nonparticipating nonvested stock unit awards excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share because their effect would have been antidilutive were not significant for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025 (“fiscal year 2025”), the fiscal year ended September 30, 2024 (“fiscal year 2024”) and fiscal year 2023.
v3.25.3
Revenues
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]  
Revenues Revenues
Operating revenues by geographic area were as follows:
(in millions)United
States
LuxembourgAsia-PacificAmericas
Excluding
United
States
Europe,
Middle East
and Africa,
Excluding
Luxembourg
Total
for the fiscal year ended
September 30, 2025
Investment management fees
$5,292.3 $894.4 $302.3 $214.8 $278.0 $6,981.8 
Sales and distribution fees
1,042.2 370.0 22.7 38.9 0.9 1,474.7 
Shareholder servicing fees
231.3 31.2 1.7 0.3 — 264.5 
Other
48.4 0.1 1.1 — 0.1 49.7 
Total
$6,614.2 $1,295.7 $327.8 $254.0 $279.0 $8,770.7 
(in millions)United
States
LuxembourgAsia-PacificAmericas
Excluding
United
States
Europe,
Middle East
and Africa,
Excluding
Luxembourg
Total
for the fiscal year ended
September 30, 2024
Investment management fees
$5,142.8 $862.3 $283.8 $228.1 $305.2 $6,822.2 
Sales and distribution fees
979.2 342.8 19.2 39.8 — 1,381.0 
Shareholder servicing fees
195.3 31.7 2.2 0.1 — 229.3 
Other
40.5 0.7 3.7 — 0.6 45.5 
Total
$6,357.8 $1,237.5 $308.9 $268.0 $305.8 $8,478.0 
(in millions)United
States
LuxembourgAsia-PacificAmericas
Excluding
United
States
Europe,
Middle East
and Africa,
Excluding
Luxembourg
Total
for the fiscal year ended
September 30, 2023
Investment management fees
$4,877.1 $803.9 $285.6 $216.2 $270.1 $6,452.9 
Sales and distribution fees
847.3 296.0 19.8 40.6 — 1,203.7 
Shareholder servicing fees
118.7 31.5 2.2 0.3 — 152.7 
Other
37.7 0.8 1.2 — 0.4 40.1 
Total
$5,880.8 $1,132.2 $308.8 $257.1 $270.5 $7,849.4 
Operating revenues are attributed to geographic areas based on the jurisdiction of the subsidiaries that provide the services, which may differ from the regions in which the related investment products are sold and domicile of the fund vehicle or client.
Revenues earned from sponsored funds were 84%, 82% and 82% of the Company’s total operating revenues for the fiscal years 2025, 2024 and 2023.
v3.25.3
Investments
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Investments [Abstract]  
Investments Investments
The disclosures below include details of the Company’s investments, excluding those of CIPs. See Note 10 – Consolidated Investment Products for information related to the investments held by these entities.
Investments consisted of the following:
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Investments, at fair value
Sponsored funds and separate accounts$809.6 $509.1 
Investments related to long-term incentive plans288.1 271.6 
Other equity and debt investments81.8 57.3 
Total investments, at fair value1,179.5 838.0 
Investments in equity method investees893.9 1,219.7 
Other investments300.6 280.7 
Total$2,374.0 $2,338.4 
The Company has entered into repurchase agreements with a third-party financing company for certain investments held by the Company. As of September 30, 2025 and 2024, other liabilities includes repurchase agreements of $200.5 million and $111.4 million with investments of $206.4 million and $121.7 million in carrying value pledged as collateral. The repurchase agreements have contractual maturity dates ranging between 2030 to 2039.
v3.25.3
Fair Value Measurements
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]  
Fair Value Measurements Fair Value Measurements
The disclosures below include details of the Company’s fair value measurements, excluding those of CIPs. See Note 10 – Consolidated Investment Products for information related to fair value measurements of the assets and liabilities of these entities.
The assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis were as follows:  
(in millions)Level 1Level 2Level 3NAV as a
Practical
Expedient
Total
as of September 30, 2025
Assets
Investments, at fair value
Sponsored funds and separate accounts
$463.9 $305.2 $2.2 $38.3 $809.6 
Investments related to long-term incentive plans
253.4 3.3 — 31.4 288.1 
Other equity and debt investments12.4 9.4 1.8 29.2 52.8 
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value$729.7 $317.9 $4.0 $98.9 $1,150.5 
Liabilities
Securities sold short$193.7 $— $— $— $193.7 
Contingent consideration liabilities— — 20.4 — 20.4 
Total Liabilities Measured at Fair Value$193.7 $ $20.4 $ $214.1 
As of September 30, 2025, there were $29.0 million of other investments which were adjusted to fair value on a nonrecurring basis and excluded from the table above.

(in millions)Level 1Level 2Level 3NAV as a
Practical
Expedient
Total
as of September 30, 2024
Assets
Investments, at fair value
Sponsored funds and separate accounts
$306.3 $157.4 $5.2 $40.2 $509.1 
Investments related to long-term incentive plans
242.5 — — 29.1 271.6 
Other equity and debt investments
4.1 11.1 2.6 39.5 57.3 
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value$552.9 $168.5 $7.8 $108.8 $838.0 
Liabilities
Securities sold short
$178.1 $— $— $— $178.1 
Contingent consideration liabilities— — 28.2 — 28.2 
Total Liabilities Measured at Fair Value$178.1 $ $28.2 $ $206.3 
Investments for which fair value was estimated using reported NAV as a practical expedient primarily consist of nonredeemable private equity, debt and infrastructure funds, and redeemable alternative credit, global equity, private real estate funds and alternatives. These investments were as follows:
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Nonredeemable investments1
Investments with known liquidation periods$19.7 $32.4 
Investments with unknown liquidation periods15.2 16.1 
Redeemable investments2
64.0 60.3 
Unfunded commitments13.3 14.0 
_______________
1The investments are expected to be returned through distributions over the life of the funds as a result of liquidations of the funds’ underlying assets. Investments with known liquidation periods have an expected weighted-average life of 2.2 years and 1.9 years at September 30, 2025 and 2024.
2Investments are redeemable on a semi-monthly, monthly and quarterly basis.
Financial instruments that were not measured at fair value were as follows:
Fair
Value
Level
20252024
(in millions)Carrying
Value
Estimated
Fair Value
Carrying
Value
Estimated
Fair Value
as of September 30,
Financial Assets
Cash and cash equivalents1$3,088.1 $3,088.1 $3,309.5 $3,309.5 
Other investments
Time deposits29.2 9.2 9.8 9.8 
Equity securities3291.4 291.4 270.9 270.9 
Financial Liability
Debt2$2,362.0 $1,970.9 $2,780.3 $2,387.0 
v3.25.3
Property and Equipment
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net [Abstract]  
Property and Equipment Property and Equipment
Property and equipment, net consisted of the following:
(in millions)Useful Lives
In Years
as of September 30,20252024
Buildings and leasehold improvements$1,096.4 $1,064.3 
5-35
Software419.9 426.6 
3-10
Equipment and furniture297.6 337.9 
3-10
Land80.0 79.3 N/A
Total cost1,893.9 1,908.1 
Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization(944.8)(961.7)
Property and Equipment, Net$949.1 $946.4 
Depreciation and amortization expense related to property and equipment was $141.4 million, $129.9 million and $108.2 million in fiscal years 2025, 2024 and 2023. The Company recognized no impairment of property and equipment in fiscal years 2025, 2024 and 2023.
v3.25.3
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]  
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
Goodwill and other intangible assets, net consisted of the following:
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Goodwill$6,206.0 $6,211.4 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets3,400.3 3,851.5 
Definite-lived intangible assets, net765.7 950.6 
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets, Net$10,372.0 $11,013.5 
Changes in the carrying value of goodwill were as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,20252024
Balance at beginning of year$6,211.4 $6,003.8 
Acquisitions— 189.8 
Purchase price allocation adjustment— 4.7 
Foreign exchange revaluation(5.4)13.1 
Balance at End of Year$6,206.0 $6,211.4 
During fiscal years 2025 and 2024, no impairment of goodwill was recognized.
The Company recognized an impairment of an indefinite-lived intangible asset of $200.0 million during fiscal year 2025 related to certain contracts managed by Western Asset Management Company (“WAM”) primarily due to a decline in expected future growth rates and profit margins in the related AUM based on a shift to lower fee products resulting in lower discounted future cash flows generated from these management contracts. The impairment reduced the carrying value of this asset to $450.0 million. The Company also recognized impairment charges of $24.4 million related to certain other indefinite-lived intangible assets related to management contracts during fiscal year 2025. The Company recognized an impairment of $389.2 million of an indefinite-lived intangible asset related to WAM management contracts during fiscal year 2024.
During fiscal year 2025, the Company reclassified $223.9 million of certain indefinite-lived intangible assets related to management contracts to definite lived intangible assets, including $125.0 million related to WAM management contracts, and shortened the useful lives of certain trade name definite-lived intangible assets, primarily due to the planned retirement of the related brand names, lower expected future growth rates, and ongoing integration initiatives. Prior to the reclassifications, the Company tested the indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment and concluded that the carrying value of these assets was not less than the estimated fair value.
Definite-lived intangible assets were as follows:
20252024
(in millions)Gross
Carrying
Value
Accumulated
Amortization
Net
Carrying
Value
Gross
Carrying
Value
Accumulated
Amortization
Net
Carrying
Value
as of September 30,
Management contracts$1,255.3 $(709.3)$546.0 $1,758.8 $(1,061.8)$697.0 
Trade names286.2 (66.5)219.7 367.8 (115.9)251.9 
Developed software— — — 14.4 (12.7)1.7 
Total$1,541.5 $(775.8)$765.7 $2,141.0 $(1,190.4)$950.6 
The Company recognized an insignificant impairment of a definite-lived intangible asset during fiscal year 2025. No impairment of definite-lived intangible assets was recognized during fiscal year 2024.
Definite-lived intangible assets had a weighted-average remaining useful life of 8.6 years at September 30, 2025, with estimated remaining amortization expense as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ending September 30,Amount
2026$189.4 
2027136.8 
202885.5 
202942.1 
203041.5 
Thereafter270.4 
Total$765.7 
v3.25.3
Debt
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]  
Debt Debt
The disclosures below include details of the Company’s debt, excluding that of CIPs. See Note 10 – Consolidated Investment Products for information related to the debt of these entities.
Debt consisted of the following:
(in millions)2025Effective
Interest Rate
2024Effective
Interest Rate
as of September 30,
Debt of Franklin Resources, Inc.
$400 million 2.850% senior notes due March 2025
$— N/A$400.0 2.97 %
$850 million 1.600% senior notes due October 2030
847.9 1.74 %847.5 1.74 %
$350 million 2.950% senior notes due August 2051
348.1 3.00 %348.0 3.00 %
Total debt of Franklin Resources, Inc.1,196.0 1,595.5 
Debt of Legg Mason (a subsidiary of Franklin)
$450 million 4.750% senior notes due March 2026
456.1 1.80 %469.5 1.80 %
$550 million 5.625% senior notes due January 2044
717.4 3.38 %723.9 3.38 %
Total debt of Legg Mason1,173.5 1,193.4 
Debt issuance costs(7.5)(8.6)
Total$2,362.0 $2,780.3 

On March 31, 2025, the Company repaid all of the outstanding $400.0 million 2.850% senior notes due March 2025 issued by Franklin Resources, Inc. at the principal amount plus accrued and unpaid interest of $5.7 million.
On April 30, 2025, the Company entered into an Amended and Restated Revolving Credit Agreement (the “Amended and Restated Credit Agreement”) with a five-year term and $1.1 billion of aggregate available borrowings. As of April 30, 2025, the $300.0 million of borrowings outstanding under the Company’s prior credit facility were transferred to the Amended and Restated Credit Agreement. On September 5, 2025, the Company repaid all of the outstanding $300.0 million borrowings at the principal amount plus accrued interest of $5.5 million.
At September 30, 2025, the Company had $500.0 million of short-term commercial paper available for issuance under an uncommitted private placement program which has been inactive since 2012.
At September 30, 2025, Franklin’s outstanding senior unsecured unsubordinated notes had an aggregate principal amount due of $1,200.0 million. The notes have fixed interest rates with interest payable semi-annually.
At September 30, 2025, Legg Mason’s outstanding senior unsecured unsubordinated notes had an aggregate principal amount due of $1,000.0 million. The notes have fixed interest rates with interest payable semi-annually. Franklin unconditionally and irrevocably guarantees all of the outstanding notes issued by Legg Mason.
The Franklin and Legg Mason senior notes contain an optional redemption feature that allows the Company to redeem each series of notes prior to maturity in whole or in part at any time, at a make-whole redemption price. The indentures governing the senior notes contain limitations on the Company’s ability and the ability of its subsidiaries to pledge voting stock or profit participating equity interests in its subsidiaries to secure other debt without similarly securing the notes equally and ratably. In addition, the indentures include requirements that must be met if the Company consolidates or merges with, or sells all or substantially all of its assets to another entity. The Amended and Restated Credit Agreement contains a financial performance covenant requiring that the Company maintain a consolidated net leverage ratio, measured as of the last day of each fiscal quarter, of no greater than 3.25 to 1.00. The Company was in compliance with all covenants at September 30, 2025.
v3.25.3
Consolidated Investment Products
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Consolidated Investment Products [Abstract]  
Consolidated Investment Products Consolidated Investment Products
CIPs consist of mutual and other investment funds, limited partnerships and similar structures, and CLOs, all of which are sponsored by the Company, and include both VOEs and VIEs.
The balances related to CIPs included in the Company’s consolidated balance sheets were as follows:
(in millions)
as of September 30, 20252024
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents$485.8 $1,099.4 
Receivables313.1 217.5 
Investments, at fair value12,278.8 11,034.9 
Total Assets$13,077.7 $12,351.8 
Liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued expenses$1,063.0 $861.3 
Debt9,937.3 9,341.5 
Other liabilities17.5 39.9 
Total liabilities11,017.8 10,242.7 
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests289.6 687.8 
Stockholders’ Equity
Franklin Resources, Inc.’s interests1,220.6 1,080.9 
Nonredeemable noncontrolling interests549.7 340.4 
Total stockholders’ equity1,770.3 1,421.3 
Total Liabilities, Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests and Stockholders’ Equity$13,077.7 $12,351.8 
The consolidation of CIPs did not have a significant impact on net income attributable to the Company in fiscal years 2025, 2024 and 2023.
The Company has no right to the CIPs’ assets, other than its direct equity investments in them and investment management and other fees earned from them. The debt holders of the CIPs have no recourse to the Company’s assets beyond the level of its direct investment, therefore the Company bears no other risks associated with the CIPs’ liabilities.
Fair Value Measurements
Assets of CIPs measured at fair value on a recurring basis were as follows: 
(in millions)Level 1Level 2Level 3NAV as a
Practical
Expedient
Total
as of September 30, 2025
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents of CLOs$472.1 $— $— $— $472.1 
Receivables of CLOs— 113.0 — — 113.0 
Investments
Equity and debt securities393.2 731.5 601.0 189.1 1,914.8 
Loans— 10,354.1 9.9 — 10,364.0 
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value$865.3 $11,198.6 $610.9 $189.1 $12,863.9 
(in millions)Level 1Level 2Level 3NAV as a
Practical
Expedient
Total
as of September 30, 2024
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents of CLOs$764.3 $— $— $— $764.3 
Receivables of CLOs— 149.6 — — 149.6 
Investments
Equity and debt securities229.7 889.4 550.1 187.1 1,856.3 
Loans— 9,178.1 0.5 — 9,178.6 
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value$994.0 $10,217.1 $550.6 $187.1 $11,948.8 
Investments for which fair value was estimated using reported NAV as a practical expedient consist of nonredeemable private debt and equity funds, a redeemable global hedge fund and a redeemable U.S. equity fund. These investments were as follows:
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Nonredeemable investments1
Investments with unknown liquidation periods$114.7 $49.0 
Redeemable investments2
74.4 138.1 
Unfunded commitments3
14.0 42.8 
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1The investments are expected to be returned through distributions over the life of the funds as a result of liquidations of the funds’ underlying assets.
2Investments are redeemable on a monthly basis and liquidation periods are unknown.
3Of the total unfunded commitments, the Company was contractually obligated to fund $5.3 million and $9.9 million based on its ownership percentage in the CIPs, at September 30, 2025 and 2024.
Changes in Level 3 assets of equity and debt securities were as follows: 
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Balance at beginning of year$550.1 $584.9 
Acquisition— 29.6 
Gains (losses) included in investment and other income of consolidated investment products, net50.5 (80.4)
Purchases60.9 57.2 
Sales(33.6)(29.8)
Net consolidations (deconsolidations)12.2 (12.5)
Transfers into Level 30.2 1.1 
Transfers out of Level 3(39.3)— 
Balance at End of Year
$601.0 $550.1 
Change in unrealized gains (losses) included in net income relating to assets held at end of year$23.0 $(50.9)
Valuation techniques and significant unobservable inputs used in Level 3 fair value measurements were as follows:
(in millions)
as of September 30, 2025Fair ValueValuation TechniqueSignificant Unobservable Inputs
Range (Weighted Average1)
Equity and debt securities$302.0 Market pricingPrivate sale pricing
$0.27–$2,120.00 ($176.53) per share
Discount for lack of marketability
5.0%–75.0% (23.9%)

225.9 Market comparable companiesEnterprise value/ Revenue multiple
1.4–21.0 (9.5)
Discount for lack of marketability
6.0%–11.0% (8.5%)
54.4 Discounted cash flowDiscount rate
6.5%–13.0% (6.8%)
18.7 Option pricing modelVolatility
34.0%–60.9% (38.2%)
Discount for lack of marketability
9.1%–13.5% (9.4%)
(in millions)
as of September 30, 2024Fair ValueValuation TechniqueSignificant Unobservable Inputs
Range (Weighted Average1)
Equity and debt securities
$291.6 Market comparable companiesEnterprise value/ Revenue multiple
1.2–22.8 (10.9)
Discount for lack of marketability
0.1%–10.4% (8.1%)
214.5 Market pricingPrivate sale pricing
$0.01–$1,000.00 ($73.04) per share
Discount for lack of marketability
9.8%–17.5% (11.5%)
44.0 Discounted cash flowDiscount rate6.8%
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1Based on the relative fair value of the instruments.
If the relevant significant inputs used in the market-based valuations, other than discount for lack of marketability, were independently higher (lower), the resulting fair value of the assets would be higher (lower). If the relevant significant inputs used in the discounted cash flow, as well as the discount for lack of marketability used in the market-based valuations, were independently higher (lower), the resulting fair value of the assets would be lower (higher).
Financial instruments of CIPs that were not measured at fair value were as follows:
(in millions)Fair Value
Level
20252024
Carrying
Value
Estimated
Fair Value
Carrying
Value
Estimated
Fair Value
as of September 30,
Financial Asset
Cash and cash equivalents 1$13.7 $13.7 $335.1 $335.1 
Financial Liabilities
Debt of CLOs1
2 or 39,937.3 9,786.0 9,341.5 9,167.3 
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1Substantially all was Level 2.
Debt
Debt of CLOs totaled $9,937.3 million and $9,341.5 million at September 30, 2025 and September 30, 2024. The debt had fixed and floating interest rates ranging from 2.39% to 12.26% with a weighted-average effective interest rate of 6.00% at September 30, 2025, and from 2.39% to 13.73% with a weighted-average effective interest rate of 7.36% at September 30, 2024. The floating rates were based on the Secured Overnight Financing Rate and Euro Interbank Offered Rate.
The contractual maturities for debt of CLOs at September 30, 2025 were as follows: 
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ending September 30,Amount
2026$476.1 
202783.8 
2028— 
2029— 
2030— 
Thereafter9,377.4 
Total$9,937.3 
Collateralized Loan Obligations
The unpaid principal balance and fair value of the investments of CLOs were as follows:
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Unpaid principal balance$10,641.0 $9,371.9 
Difference between unpaid principal balance and fair value(43.3)(19.8)
Fair Value$10,597.7 $9,352.1 
Investments 90 days or more past due were immaterial at September 30, 2025 and September 30, 2024.
During fiscal years 2025 and 2024, the Company recognized $48.6 million and $59.7 million of net gains related to its own economic interests in the CLOs. The aggregate principal related to the debt of CLOs was $9,958.6 million and $9,282.8 million at September 30, 2025 and 2024.
v3.25.3
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]  
Noncontrolling Interest Disclosure [Text Block] Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests
Changes in redeemable noncontrolling interests were as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2025, 2024 and 2023
CIPsMinority InterestsTotal
Balance at October 1, 2022$942.2 $583.6 $1,525.8 
Net income77.4 58.1 135.5 
Net subscriptions (distributions) and other605.5 (86.3)519.2 
Net deconsolidations(1,045.0)— (1,045.0)
Adjustment to fair value— (109.4)(109.4)
Balance at September 30, 2023$580.1 $446.0 $1,026.1 
Net income80.2 47.7 127.9 
Net subscriptions (distributions) and other213.4 (111.4)102.0 
Net deconsolidations(206.1)— (206.1)
Acquisition20.2 — 20.2 
Adjustment to fair value— 251.7 251.7 
Balance at September 30, 2024$687.8 $634.0 $1,321.8 
Net income (loss)(94.9)42.2 (52.7)
Net subscriptions (distributions) and other317.5 (31.9)285.6 
Net deconsolidations(620.8)— (620.8)
Adjustment to fair value 248.1 248.1 
Balance at September 30, 2025$289.6 $892.4 $1,182.0 
v3.25.3
Nonconsolidated Variable Interest Entities
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]  
Nonconsolidated Variable Interest Entities Nonconsolidated Variable Interest Entities
VIEs for which the Company is not the primary beneficiary consist of sponsored funds and other investment products in which the Company has an equity ownership interest. The Company’s maximum exposure to loss from these VIEs consists of equity investments, investment management and other fee receivables as follows: 
(in millions)
as of September 30, 20252024
Investments$1,274.5 $1,074.4 
Receivables225.1 226.0 
Total$1,499.6 $1,300.4 
While the Company has no legal or contractual obligation to do so, it routinely makes cash investments in the course of launching sponsored funds. As it has done in the past, the Company also may voluntarily elect to provide its sponsored funds with additional direct or indirect financial support based on its business objectives. The Company did not provide financial or other support to its sponsored funds assessed as VIEs during fiscal years 2025 and 2024.
v3.25.3
Taxes on Income
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]  
Taxes on Income Taxes on Income
Taxes on income were as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
Current expense
Federal$140.6 $212.0 $148.1 
State51.5 54.0 55.6 
Non-U.S.93.0 73.9 67.1 
Deferred (benefit) expense(47.2)(124.6)41.5 
Total$237.9 $215.3 $312.3 
Income before taxes consisted of the following:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
U.S.$538.2 $286.3 $819.2 
Non-U.S. and other1
248.6 536.9 518.8 
Total$786.8 $823.2 $1,338.0 
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1    Other includes income (loss) from consolidated investment products and amounts not subject to tax.
The significant components of deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities were as follows:
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Deferred Tax Assets
Capitalized mixed service costs$127.5 $162.6 
Net operating loss and state credit carry-forwards328.3 325.8 
Deferred compensation and benefits209.3 210.5 
Foreign tax credit carry-forwards70.4 81.6 
Operating lease liability
199.1 186.4 
Debt premium43.7 48.6 
Other118.9 116.1 
Total deferred tax assets1,097.2 1,131.6 
Valuation allowance(297.1)(290.5)
Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance800.1 841.1 
Deferred Tax Liabilities
Goodwill and other purchased intangibles697.7 800.8 
Right of use asset
151.0 160.3 
Other129.7 88.8 
Total deferred tax liabilities978.4 1,049.9 
Net Deferred Tax Liability$178.3 $208.8 
Deferred income tax assets and liabilities that relate to the same tax jurisdiction are presented net on the consolidated balance sheets. The components of the net deferred tax liability were classified in the consolidated balance sheets as follows:
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Other assets$83.3 $76.1 
Deferred tax liabilities261.6 284.9 
Net Deferred Tax Liability$178.3 $208.8 
Included in the Company’s net deferred tax liability were the deferred tax effects associated with the fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed from the acquisition of Legg Mason and acquired attributes that carry over to post-acquisition tax periods, including U.S. state and foreign net operating losses and foreign tax credits. Utilization of the U.S. state net operating losses and federal credit carry-forwards may be subject to annual limitations due to ownership change provisions under Section 382 of the Internal Revenue Code. Foreign tax credits can only be used to offset tax attributable to foreign source income.
At September 30, 2025, there were $121.4 million of non-U.S. tax effected net operating loss and capital loss carry-forwards which expire between fiscal years 2026 and 2045. In addition, there were $118.3 million in tax effected state net operating loss carry-forwards that expire between fiscal years 2026 and 2044, with some having an indefinite carry-forward period. The Company also has federal net operating losses of $9.5 million, the majority of which will carry-forward indefinitely and $70.4 million of foreign tax credit carry-forwards that expire between fiscal years 2026 and 2029.
The valuation allowance increased $6.6 million in fiscal year 2025, primarily related to non-U.S. net operating loss utilization. At September 30, 2025, the valuation allowance of $297.1 million was related to $172.3 million for federal, state, and foreign net operating loss carry-forwards, $52.3 million due to uncertainty of realizing the benefit of foreign tax credits, $45.0 million for capital losses, and $27.5 million for other state deferred taxes.
A reconciliation of the amount of tax expense at the federal statutory rate and taxes on income as reflected in the consolidated statements of income is as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
Federal taxes at statutory rate$165.2 21.0%$172.9 21.0%$281.0 21.0%
State taxes, net of federal tax effect
25.5 3.2%42.8 5.2%71.3 5.3%
Tax reserve (release) for audit settlements, net of valuation allowance
(4.8)(0.6%)0.5 0.1%(11.4)(0.9%)
Effect of net income attributable to noncontrolling interests(5.0)(0.6%)(29.7)(3.6%)(22.0)(1.6%)
Effect of non-U.S. operations44.5 5.7%4.0 0.5%(14.7)(1.1%)
Capital loss on investments, net of valuation allowance
7.5 1.0%7.4 0.9%(8.8)(0.7%)
Foreign tax credit valuation allowance release
(12.6)(1.6)%5.1 0.6%7.2 0.5%
Other
17.6 2.2 %12.3 1.5%9.7 0.8%
Tax Provision
$237.9 30.2%$215.3 26.2%$312.3 23.3%
A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances of gross unrecognized tax benefits is as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
Balance at beginning of year$133.5 $138.8 $168.7 
Additions for tax positions of prior years2.5 1.2 6.1 
Reductions for tax positions of prior years(1.2)(4.9)(14.9)
Tax positions related to the current year11.1 12.1 13.3 
Settlements with taxing authorities(17.5)(6.6)(19.9)
Expirations of statute of limitations(16.5)(7.1)(14.5)
Balance at End of Year$111.9 $133.5 $138.8 
If recognized, $111.2 million for 2025, $132.8 million for 2024 and $132.2 million for 2023 would favorably affect the Company’s effective income tax rate in future periods.
The Company accrues interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits in interest expense and general, administrative and other expenses. Accrued interest on uncertain tax positions at September 30, 2025 and 2024 was $25.8 million and $23.7 million, and is not presented in the unrecognized tax benefits table above. Accrued penalties at September 30, 2025 and 2024 were $1.7 million and $1.6 million.
The Company files a consolidated U.S. federal income tax return, multiple U.S. state and local income tax returns, and income tax returns in multiple non-U.S. jurisdictions. The Company is subject to examination by the taxing authorities in these jurisdictions. The Company’s major tax jurisdictions and the tax years for which the statutes of limitations have not expired are as follows: India 2003 to 2025; Brazil 2020 to 2025; Luxembourg 2019 to 2025; U.K. 2021 to 2025; U.S. federal 2020 and 2022 to 2025; the City of New York 2019 to 2025; and States of California, Florida, Massachusetts and New York 2020 to 2025.
The Company has ongoing litigation and examinations in various stages, including in the States of California and City of New York, and in Brazil, India and Italy. Examination outcomes and the timing of settlements are subject to significant uncertainty. Such settlements may involve some or all of the following: the payment of additional taxes, the adjustment of deferred taxes and/or the recognition of unrecognized tax benefits. The Company has recognized a tax benefit only for those positions that meet the more-likely-than-not recognition threshold. It is reasonably possible that the total unrecognized tax benefit as of September 30, 2025 could decrease by an estimated $12.0 million within the next twelve months as a result of the expiration of statutes of limitations in the U.S. federal and certain U.S. state and local and non-U.S. tax jurisdictions, and potential settlements with U.S. states and non-U.S. taxing authorities.
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act which was enacted into law in the U.S. in December 2017, includes various changes to the tax law, including a permanent reduction in the corporate income tax rate and assessment of a one-time transition tax on the deemed repatriation of post-1986 undistributed foreign subsidiaries’ earnings. The remaining payment for the Company’s federal portion of the transition tax liability of $231.6 million will be made in fiscal year 2026.
On July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (the “Act”) was signed into law. While the Company is in the process of evaluating the impact of the Act on its consolidated financial statements, it does not expect there to be any material impact thereon.
v3.25.3
Leases
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Leases [Abstract]  
Leases Leases
Lessee Arrangements
Lease expense was as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
Operating lease cost
$137.3 $188.3 $124.1 
Variable lease cost11.2 10.3 5.8 
Finance lease cost1.0 0.8 0.6 
Less: sublease income(4.3)(13.1)(25.0)
Total lease expense$145.2 $186.3 $105.5 

Supplemental cash flow information related to leases was as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
Operating cash flows from operating leases included in the measurement of operating lease liabilities$45.1 $109.6 $125.6 
ROU assets obtained in exchange for new/modified operating lease liabilities31.2 448.9 45.4 
The weighted-average remaining lease term and weighted-average discount rate for operating lease liabilities were as follows:
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Weighted-average remaining lease term
11.1 years11.4 years
Weighted-average discount rate
5.2 %5.0 %
The maturities of the liabilities were as follows:
(in millions)Amount
for the fiscal years ending September 30,
2026$143.1 
2027137.0 
2028125.3 
2029117.6 
2030108.7 
Thereafter723.7 
Total lease payments1,355.4 
Less: interest(354.8)
Operating lease liabilities$1,000.6 
Lessor Arrangements
The Company leases excess owned space in its San Mateo, California corporate headquarters and other office buildings, primarily in the U.S., to third parties, and generally include one or more options to renew. The Company subleases excess leased office spaces to various firms, primarily in the U.S., and generally include options to renew or terminate within a specified period.
The maturities of lease payments due to the Company as of September 30, 2025 were as follows:
(in millions)SubleasesLeases
for the fiscal years ending September 30,
2026$6.6 $50.5 
202710.5 44.1 
202810.3 31.0 
202910.2 31.4 
203010.3 30.0 
Thereafter15.6 35.8 
Total$63.5 $222.8 
v3.25.3
Commitments and Contingencies
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]  
Commitments and Contingencies Commitments and Contingencies
Legal Proceedings
India Credit Fund Closure Matters. Effective April 24, 2020, Franklin Templeton Trustee Services Private Limited (“FTTS”), a subsidiary of Franklin, announced its decision to wind up six fixed income mutual fund schemes of the Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund in India (referred to herein as the “Funds”), closing the Funds to redemptions. At the time, the Funds had collective AUM of INR 25,648.3 crore (approximately $3.4 billion). In connection with the wind-up decision, FTTS sought to convene unitholder meetings for the Funds to approve the appointment of a liquidator, and the asset management company to the Funds, Franklin Templeton Asset Management (India) Private Limited (“FTAMI”), ceased earning investment management fees on the Funds.
In May and June 2020, certain Fund unitholders and others challenged the wind-up decision by filing legal petitions in India against a number of respondents, including Franklin, its subsidiaries FTTS, FTAMI, and Templeton International, Inc., as sponsor of the Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund, and related individuals (collectively, the “Company Respondents”), the Securities and Exchange Board of India (“SEBI”), and other governmental entities. The petitioners alleged that the Company Respondents violated various SEBI regulations, mismanaged the Funds, misrepresented or omitted certain information relating to the Funds, and/or engaged in other alleged misconduct. The petitioners requested a wide range of relief, including, among other items, an order quashing the winding up notices and blocking the unitholder votes, initiating investigations into the Company Respondents, and allowing the unitholder petitioners to redeem their investments with interest. An interim injunction order staying the operation and implementation of the unitholder voting process was issued and the petitions were transferred to the High Court of Karnataka for further consolidated proceedings. The court upheld the decision taken by FTTS to wind up the Funds while finding that unitholder approval was required to implement the decision. Cross appeals from the judgment were then filed in the Supreme Court of India. In the interim, FTTS proceeded to obtain approval from the majority of the voting unitholders for winding up the six Funds and in February 2021, the Supreme Court confirmed the results and appointed a third-party asset manager to serve as the liquidator and begin cash distributions to unitholders. The additional issues on appeal remain pending.
By September 2023, all performing securities across the Funds were liquidated and an aggregate of INR 27,508.1 crore (approximately $3.3 billion) was distributed to Fund unitholders, exceeding the aggregate value of the Funds’ AUM at the date of the wind-up announcement, reported above.
Separately, following the completion of a forensic audit/inspection, in late November and early December 2020, SEBI initiated regulatory proceedings by issuing show cause notices against FTAMI, FTTS and certain FTAMI employees (including in their officer or director capacities), alleging certain deficiencies and areas of non-compliance in the management of the Funds. In June 2021, SEBI issued orders against FTAMI, FTTS, and the FTAMI employee respondents, finding violations of certain regulatory provisions, including with respect to similarity in investment strategies
among the Funds, calculation of duration and valuation of portfolio securities, deficiencies in documentation relating to investment diligence and investment terms, and portfolio risk management. SEBI’s orders include, as applicable, aggregate monetary penalties of INR 20.0 crore (approximately $2.4 million); disgorgement of investment management and advisory fees, together with interest through the date of SEBI’s order, totaling INR 512.5 crore (approximately $61.7 million), with continuing accrual of 12% interest until paid; and a prohibition on FTAMI from launching new fixed income funds in India for a two-year period. The respondents filed appeals, as well as applications to stay enforcement of SEBI’s orders pending resolution of the appeals, with the Securities Appellate Tribunal (the “SAT”) in India, which stay applications were granted in June and July 2021, subject to respondents’ deposit in escrow of a portion of the ordered penalties for an aggregate deposit made of INR 257.5 crore (approximately $34.7 million). The SAT appeals remain pending and in the interim, SEBI has approved FTAMI’s launch of certain new fixed income funds.
The Company has also responded to related inquiries and investigations commenced by certain governmental agencies in India that remain pending, including a “first information report” (the preliminary step in an investigation) registered by the Economic Offences Wing of the Chennai police department in or around September 2020 against certain of the Company Respondents in connection with a complaint by certain Fund unitholders, as well as a related investigation by India’s Enforcement Directorate commenced in or around April 2021.
The Company strongly believes that the decision taken by FTTS to wind up the Funds was in the best interests of unitholders and allowed for the orderly liquidation and distribution of Fund assets as described above. The Company further believes that it has meritorious defenses to the outstanding claims in the pending proceedings and intends to continue vigorously defending against the claims. The Company cannot at this time predict the eventual outcome of the matters described above or reasonably estimate the possible loss or range of loss that may arise from any final outcome of such matters, including due to the complexities and uncertainty involved in the appeals and the various questions of law and fact at issue.
Western Asset Management Investigations and Litigation. As previously disclosed, the Company launched an internal investigation into certain trade allocations of treasury derivatives in select WAM managed accounts. WAM received notification of parallel investigations by the SEC and the U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”). WAM also received notice of an investigation into these trading activities by the CFTC. On June 30, 2025, the CFTC informed WAM that it closed its investigation. The SEC and DOJ investigations remain ongoing. The Company and WAM have fully cooperated, and will continue to fully cooperate with the SEC and DOJ investigations. Ken Leech, the former co-Chief Investment Officer of WAM, received a “Wells Notice” from the staff of the SEC in August 2024, and was placed on administrative leave at that time. Mr. Leech retired and is no longer with the Company, as previously disclosed. On November 25, 2024, the SEC filed a complaint in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York against Mr. Leech alleging violations of certain laws related to trade allocations. Concurrently, the DOJ filed an indictment with the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York against Mr. Leech for similar allegations and for false statements made to the SEC.
On July 3, 2025, Franklin, WAM and Ken Leech were named as defendants in a lawsuit filed by the Western PA Electrical Employees Insurance Trust Fund in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania seeking class certification on behalf of shareholders of two funds managed by WAM for the period January 1, 2021 through October 31, 2023. The plaintiff is pursuing claims under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 against all defendants in connection with trade allocations made by Mr. Leech in that period that are also the subject of the investigations reported above. The plaintiff is seeking, among other things, damages, interest, and costs and expenses, including attorneys’ fees.
Franklin Templeton 401(k) Retirement Plan Litigation. On July 22, 2025, Franklin and the Franklin Templeton 401(k) Retirement Plan Committee were named as defendants in a lawsuit filed by certain former employees in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The plaintiffs seek to represent a class of participants and beneficiaries of the Franklin Templeton 401(k) Retirement Plan (the “Plan”) who were invested in funds managed by the Company at any time on or after July 22, 2019. The plaintiffs are pursuing claims under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 for alleged breaches of fiduciary duties and failure to monitor the Plan fiduciaries in connection with the Plan’s inclusion of certain proprietary funds as investment options. The plaintiffs are seeking, among other things, damages, disgorgement, removal of certain investments from the Plan, removal and replacement of the Plan’s fiduciaries, attorneys’ fees and costs, and pre-judgment interest.
The lawsuits reported above against the Company are in their preliminary stages. Management believes the claims made in the lawsuits are without merit and the Company intends to defend against them vigorously. The Company cannot predict the outcome of these lawsuits or estimate any reasonably possible loss or range of loss that may arise from any negative outcome.
Other Litigation and Regulatory Matters. The Company is from time to time involved in other litigation relating to claims arising in the normal course of business. Management is of the opinion that the ultimate resolution of such claims will not materially affect the Companys business, financial position, results of operations or liquidity. In managements opinion, an adequate accrual has been made as of September 30, 2025 to provide for any probable losses that may arise from such matters for which the Company could reasonably estimate an amount.
Indemnifications and Guarantees
In the ordinary course of business or in connection with certain acquisition agreements, the Company enters into contracts that provide for indemnifications by the Company in certain circumstances. In addition, certain Company entities guarantee certain financial and performance-related obligations of various Franklin subsidiaries. The Company is also subject to certain legal requirements and agreements providing for indemnifications of directors, officers and personnel against liabilities and expenses they may incur under certain circumstances in connection with their service. The terms of these indemnities and guarantees vary pursuant to applicable facts and circumstances, and from agreement to agreement. Future payments for claims against the Company under these indemnities or guarantees could negatively impact the Company’s financial condition. In management’s opinion, no material loss was deemed probable or reasonably possible pursuant to such indemnification agreements and/or guarantees as of September 30, 2025.
Other Commitments and Contingencies
While the Company has no legal or contractual obligation to do so, it routinely makes cash investments in the course of launching sponsored funds. At September 30, 2025, the Company had $520.8 million of committed capital contributions which relate to discretionary commitments to invest in sponsored funds and other investment products and entities, including CIPs. These unfunded commitments are not recorded in the Companys consolidated balance sheet.
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Stock-Based Compensation
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Share-Based Payment Arrangement, Noncash Expense [Abstract]  
Stock-Based Compensation Stock-Based Compensation
The Company’s stock-based compensation plans consist of the Amended and Restated Annual Incentive Compensation Plan (the “AIP”), the 2002 Universal Stock Incentive Plan, as amended and restated (the “USIP”), the amended and restated Franklin Resources, Inc. 1998 Employee Stock Investment Plan (the “ESIP”), and the Amended and Restated Franklin Resources, Inc. 2017 Equity Incentive Plan (the “EIP”).
Stock-based compensation expenses were as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
Stock and stock unit awards$207.9 $240.3 $174.7 
Phantom unit awards11.8 13.8 33.2 
Employee stock investment plan6.9 5.8 7.9 
Total$226.6 $259.9 $215.8 
Stock and Stock Unit Awards
Under the terms of the AIP, eligible employees may receive cash, equity awards and/or mutual fund unit awards generally based on the performance of the Company and/or its funds, and the individual employee. The USIP and EIP provide for the issuance of the Company’s common stock for various stock-related awards to officers, directors and employees. In February 2024, the Company’s stockholders approved an amendment and restatement of the USIP increasing the number of shares authorized by 25.0 million shares to a total of 165.0 million shares. There are 23.0 million shares authorized under the EIP. At September 30, 2025, 17.6 million shares and 16.9 million shares were available for grant under the USIP and EIP.
Stock awards entitle holders to the right to sell the underlying shares of the Company’s common stock once the awards vest. Stock unit awards entitle holders to receive the underlying shares of common stock once the awards vest. Awards vest based on the passage of time or the achievement of predetermined Company financial performance goals.
Stock and stock unit award activity was as follows:
(shares in thousands)Time-Based
Shares
Performance-
Based Shares
Total
Shares
Weighted-Average
Grant-Date
Fair Value
for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025
Nonvested balance at beginning of year
16,594 3,314 19,908 $24.03 
Granted8,553 169 8,722 20.97 
Vested(9,491)(166)(9,657)23.74 
Forfeited/canceled(697)(2,964)(3,661)22.60 
Nonvested Balance at End of Year
14,959 353 15,312 $22.81 
Total unrecognized compensation expense related to nonvested stock unit awards was $176.2 million at September 30, 2025. This expense is expected to be recognized over a remaining weighted-average vesting period of 1.6 years. The weighted-average grant-date fair values of stock and stock unit awards granted during fiscal years 2025, 2024 and 2023 were $20.97, $25.60 and $22.74 per share. The total fair value of stock and stock unit awards vested during the same periods was $234.3 million, $180.4 million and $210.4 million.
The Company may repurchase shares in connection with vesting of stock and stock unit awards. Also, in order to pay taxes due in connection with the vesting of employee and executive officer stock and stock unit awards, shares are repurchased using a net stock issuance method.
Employee Stock Investment Plan
The ESIP allows eligible participants to buy shares of the Company’s common stock at a discount of its market value on defined dates. A total of 1.4 million shares were issued under the ESIP during fiscal year 2025, and 0.3 million shares were reserved for future issuance at September 30, 2025.
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Defined Contribution Plans
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]  
Defined Contribution Plans Defined Contribution Plans
The Company sponsors a 401(k) plan which covers substantially all U.S. employees meeting certain employment requirements. Participants may contribute up to 50% of their eligible salary and up to 100% of the cash portion of their year-end bonus, as defined by the plan and subject to Internal Revenue Code limitations, each year to the plan. The Company makes a matching contribution equal to 85% of eligible compensation contributed by participants. Certain of the Companys non-U.S. subsidiaries also sponsor defined contribution plans primarily for the purpose of providing deferred compensation incentives for employees and to comply with local regulatory requirements. The total expenses recognized for defined contribution plans were $104.7 million, $102.3 million and $93.0 million for fiscal years 2025, 2024 and 2023.
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Segment and Geographic Information
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Segment Reporting, Measurement Disclosures [Abstract]  
Segment and Geographic Information Segment and Geographic Information
The Company has one operating segment, which provides investment management and related services.
The chief operating decision maker (“CODM”), identified as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer, assesses the performance of the business and allocates resources primarily based on consolidated net income attributable to Franklin Resources, Inc. This measure is used to support decision making activities and assess the performance of the operating segment.
The CODM regularly reviews the significant segment expenses categories that are presented on the Company’s consolidated statements of income. Total assets on the consolidated balance sheets is the measure of segment assets.
See Note 4 – Revenues for total operating revenues disaggregated by geographic location.
See below for the long-lived assets disaggregated by geographic location.
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Property and Equipment, Net
United States$764.1 $758.4 
Europe, Middle East and Africa150.6 149.2 
Asia-Pacific29.4 33.5 
Americas excluding United States5.0 5.3 
Total$949.1 $946.4 
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Investment and Other Income (Losses), Net
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]  
Other Income and Other Expense Disclosure [Text Block] Investment and Other Income, Net
Investment and other income, net consisted of the following:  
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
Dividend and interest income$141.4 $176.9 $159.9 
Gains (losses) on investments, net(37.6)57.6 39.5 
Income from investments in equity method investees78.0 137.5 45.4 
Gains (losses) on derivatives, net(7.8)(16.2)(15.1)
Rental income44.1 43.7 46.3 
Foreign currency exchange losses, net(11.6)(19.9)(26.7)
Other, net6.3 15.9 13.0 
Investment and Other Income, Net
$212.8 $395.5 $262.3 
Substantially all dividend income was generated by investments in nonconsolidated sponsored funds. Gains (losses) on investments, net consists primarily of realized and unrealized gains (losses) on equity securities measured at fair value.
Net gains (losses) recognized on equity securities measured at fair value and trading debt securities that were held by the Company at September 30, 2025, 2024 and 2023 were $5.4 million, $108.1 million, and $66.1 million.
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Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]  
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Changes in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) by component were as follows: 
(in millions)Currency
Translation
Adjustments
Unrealized
Losses on
Defined Benefit
Plans
Unrealized
Gains on
Investments
Total
as of and for the fiscal years ended
September 30, 2025, 2024 and 2023
Balance at October 1, 2022$(615.1)$(6.3)$0.4 $(621.0)
Other comprehensive income (loss)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications, net of tax108.5 (0.6)0.2 108.1 
Reclassifications to compensation and benefits expense, net of tax— (0.7)— (0.7)
Reclassifications to net investment and other income, net of tax4.3 — — 4.3 
Total other comprehensive income (loss)112.8 (1.3)0.2 111.7 
Balance at September 30, 2023$(502.3)$(7.6)$0.6 $(509.3)
Other comprehensive income (loss)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications, net of tax89.8 (0.3)(0.1)89.4 
Reclassifications to compensation and benefits expense, net of tax— 0.4 — 0.4 
Total other comprehensive income (loss)89.8 0.1 (0.1)89.8 
Balance at September 30, 2024$(412.5)$(7.5)$0.5 $(419.5)
Other comprehensive income (loss)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications, net of tax(21.3)(11.3)0.1 (32.5)
Reclassifications to compensation and benefits expense, net of tax— 2.0 — 2.0 
Reclassifications to net investment and other income, net of tax2.9 — — 2.9 
Total other comprehensive income (loss)(18.4)(9.3)0.1 (27.6)
Balance at September 30, 2025$(430.9)$(16.8)$0.6 $(447.1)
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Subsequent Events
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Subsequent Events [Abstract]  
Subsequent Events [Text Block] Subsequent Event
On October 1, 2025, the Company acquired Apera Asset Management for cash consideration of €65.2 million net of closing adjustments. In addition, the Company will pay up to €125.0 million in cash through the fifth anniversary of the closing date based on achieving revenue targets.
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Insider Trading Arrangements
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Trading Arrangements, by Individual  
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted false
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted false
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated false
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated false
v3.25.3
Cybersecurity Risk Management and Strategy Disclosure
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Cybersecurity Risk Management, Strategy, and Governance [Line Items]  
Cybersecurity Risk Management Processes for Assessing, Identifying, and Managing Threats [Text Block]
Risk Management and Strategy
We recognize the importance of assessing, identifying and managing material risks from cybersecurity threats. Our cybersecurity program focuses on (i) identification of and protection from cybersecurity risks, (ii) detection and analysis of cybersecurity events, (iii) response to and recovery from cybersecurity incidents, and (iv) education and awareness. Under our program, designated personnel are responsible for:
assessing the severity of a cybersecurity incident and associated threat;
containing the threat;
remediating the threat, including recovery of data and access to systems;
analyzing the reporting obligations associated with the incident; and
performing post-incident analysis and program improvements.
Our cybersecurity team is led by our Chief Security Officer (“CSO”) or the CSO’s delegee partnering with our risk, technology, legal, compliance, privacy, human resources, and other applicable business teams.
Identification and Protection. Our cybersecurity program has established processes to identify and categorize cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities as part of our risk identification process, pursuant to which we regularly seek to obtain, monitor, assess and respond to evolving threat and vulnerability information. Information about threats and vulnerabilities generally originates from multiple sources, including, but not limited to, government, information-sharing organizations, industry threat intelligence sources, and third parties. The identification of risks is supported through various security controls and testing to help minimize exposure to reported cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities. These security controls include, but are not limited to, penetration testing, compromise assessments, vulnerability scanning, and various additional internal and external security audits and assessments. In addition, we maintain a third-party risk management program that includes an initial and periodic cybersecurity assessment on critical vendors’ security posture and controls.
Detection and Analysis. Cybersecurity incidents may be detected through a variety of means, which include, but are not limited to, automated event-detection notifications or similar technologies that are monitored by our security operations team, as well as notifications from employees or third-party providers. Once a cybersecurity incident is identified, including third-party cybersecurity events, our incident response team investigates the incident, determines the nature of the event and assesses the severity of the event, including any operational impact and sensitivity of any compromised data.
Response and Recovery. In the event of a cybersecurity incident, our initial focus is to contain the cybersecurity incident as quickly as possible consistent with our incident response plan. Once a cybersecurity incident is contained, we focus on remediation and recovery activities, which depend on the nature of the cybersecurity incident. We have relationships with third-party providers to assist with cybersecurity containment and remediation efforts, including for example, forensic investigations and incident response management. If a cybersecurity incident materially impacts us, or is expected to materially impact us, we promptly notify senior management, the Franklin Board of Directors (“Board”) and/or Franklin Audit Committee, as appropriate based on the severity of the incident. Our response plan also addresses engagement with appropriate individuals and committees with respect to disclosure determinations related to cybersecurity incidents. We review and, if necessary, update our cyber security incident response plan at least annually.
Education and Awareness. Our cybersecurity education and awareness program for employees and contractors covers a wide range of cyber topics including, but not limited to, policies and procedures, business/technology roles and responsibilities, threats and vulnerabilities, data privacy, confidentiality and asset protection. Our employees and contractors are required to complete mandatory initial onboarding and annual cybersecurity trainings, supplemented by other periodic cyber-related testing and training.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Processes Integrated [Flag] true
Cybersecurity Risk Management Processes Integrated [Text Block]
We recognize the importance of assessing, identifying and managing material risks from cybersecurity threats. Our cybersecurity program focuses on (i) identification of and protection from cybersecurity risks, (ii) detection and analysis of cybersecurity events, (iii) response to and recovery from cybersecurity incidents, and (iv) education and awareness. Under our program, designated personnel are responsible for:
assessing the severity of a cybersecurity incident and associated threat;
containing the threat;
remediating the threat, including recovery of data and access to systems;
analyzing the reporting obligations associated with the incident; and
performing post-incident analysis and program improvements.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Third Party Engaged [Flag] true
Cybersecurity Risk Third Party Oversight and Identification Processes [Flag] true
Cybersecurity Risk Materially Affected or Reasonably Likely to Materially Affect Registrant [Flag] true
Cybersecurity Risk Materially Affected or Reasonably Likely to Materially Affect Registrant [Text Block]
We are not aware of any cybersecurity threats or incidents that have materially impacted us during the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025, or that are reasonably likely to materially affect our business, including our business strategy, results of operations or financial condition. We routinely face risks of cybersecurity incidents, whether through attempted or actual: cyber-attacks or cyber intrusions, ransomware and other forms of malware, computer viruses, attachments to emails, individual or brand impersonation, phishing, extortion or other scams. Although we make efforts to maintain the security and integrity of our systems, these systems and the proprietary, confidential and personal information that resides on or is transmitted through them, are subject to the risk of a cybersecurity incident or disruption, and there can be no assurances regarding the effectiveness of our security efforts and measures or those of our third-party providers who have access to, transmit, or store such data. For additional information regarding our cybersecurity risks, see our risk factors under Item 1A in Part I of this Annual Report.
Cybersecurity Risk Board of Directors Oversight [Text Block]
Governance
Our Board is responsible for the oversight of our cybersecurity risk management program. The Board has delegated to the Franklin Audit Committee oversight responsibility regarding cybersecurity risks. Our CSO reports directly to our Chief Risk and Transformation Officer, each of whom has extensive experience in information security and risk management. The Board and/or Audit Committee receive(s) a report on cybersecurity matters, including threats, events and program enhancements, at least annually. We update our cybersecurity policies at a minimum annually and benchmark our program to applicable cybersecurity standards and frameworks.
We are not aware of any cybersecurity threats or incidents that have materially impacted us during the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025, or that are reasonably likely to materially affect our business, including our business strategy, results of operations or financial condition. We routinely face risks of cybersecurity incidents, whether through attempted or actual: cyber-attacks or cyber intrusions, ransomware and other forms of malware, computer viruses, attachments to emails, individual or brand impersonation, phishing, extortion or other scams. Although we make efforts to maintain the security and integrity of our systems, these systems and the proprietary, confidential and personal information that resides on or is transmitted through them, are subject to the risk of a cybersecurity incident or disruption, and there can be no assurances regarding the effectiveness of our security efforts and measures or those of our third-party providers who have access to, transmit, or store such data. For additional information regarding our cybersecurity risks, see our risk factors under Item 1A in Part I of this Annual Report.
Cybersecurity Risk Board Committee or Subcommittee Responsible for Oversight [Text Block] Our Board is responsible for the oversight of our cybersecurity risk management program. The Board has delegated to the Franklin Audit Committee oversight responsibility regarding cybersecurity risks.
Cybersecurity Risk Process for Informing Board Committee or Subcommittee Responsible for Oversight [Text Block] Our Board is responsible for the oversight of our cybersecurity risk management program. The Board has delegated to the Franklin Audit Committee oversight responsibility regarding cybersecurity risks. Our CSO reports directly to our Chief Risk and Transformation Officer, each of whom has extensive experience in information security and risk management. The Board and/or Audit Committee receive(s) a report on cybersecurity matters, including threats, events and program enhancements, at least annually.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Positions or Committees Responsible [Flag] true
Cybersecurity Risk Management Expertise of Management Responsible [Text Block] Our CSO reports directly to our Chief Risk and Transformation Officer, each of whom has extensive experience in information security and risk management.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Positions or Committees Responsible Report to Board [Flag] true
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Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Business Business. Franklin is a holding company with subsidiaries operating under its Franklin Templeton and/or subsidiary brand names. The Company provides investment management and related services to investors in jurisdictions worldwide through investment products which include sponsored funds, as well as institutional and high-net-worth separate accounts, retail separately managed account programs, sub-advised products, and other investment vehicles. The Company’s related services include fund administration, sales and distribution, and shareholder servicing.
Basis of Presentation
Basis of Presentation. The consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, which require the use of estimates, judgments and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the periods presented. Management believes that the accounting estimates are appropriate, and the resulting balances are reasonable; however, due to the inherent uncertainties in making estimates, actual amounts may differ from these estimates.
Consolidation
Consolidation. The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Franklin and its subsidiaries and consolidated investment products (“CIPs”) in which it has a controlling financial interest. The Company has a controlling financial interest when it owns a majority of the voting interest in a voting interest entity (“VOE”) or is the primary beneficiary of a variable interest entity (“VIE”). Intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated.
A VIE is an entity in which the equity investment holders have not contributed sufficient capital to finance its activities or do not have defined rights and obligations normally associated with an equity investment. The Companys VIEs are primarily investment products, and its variable interests consist of its equity ownership interests in and investment management fees earned from these products.
The Company is the primary beneficiary of a VIE if it has the power to direct the activities that most significantly impact the VIEs economic performance and the obligation to absorb losses of or right to receive benefits from the VIE that could potentially be significant to the VIE. Investment management fees earned from VIEs are excluded from the primary beneficiary determination if they are deemed to be at market and commensurate with service.
Related Parties
Related Parties include sponsored funds and equity method investees. A substantial amount of the Companys operating revenues and receivables are from related parties.
Earnings per Share
Earnings per Share. Basic and diluted earnings per share are computed using the two-class method, which considers participating securities as a separate class of shares. The Companys participating securities consist of its nonvested stock and stock unit awards that contain nonforfeitable rights to dividends or dividend equivalents. Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing net income available to the Companys common stockholders, adjusted to exclude earnings allocated to participating securities, by the weighted-average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per share is computed on the basis of the weighted-average number of shares of common stock plus the effect of dilutive potential common shares outstanding during the period.
Business combinations
Business combinations are accounted for by recognizing the acquired assets, including separately identifiable intangible assets, and assumed liabilities at their acquisition-date estimated fair values. Any excess of the purchase consideration over the acquisition-date fair values of these identifiable assets and liabilities is recognized as goodwill. During the measurement period, which is not to exceed one year from the acquisition date, the Company may record adjustments to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed due to new information about facts that existed as of the acquisition date, with the corresponding offset to goodwill. Upon the conclusion of the measurement period, any subsequent adjustments are recorded in earnings.
Intangible assets acquired in business combinations consist primarily of investment management contracts and trade names. The fair values of the acquired management contracts are based on the net present value of estimated future cash flows attributable to the contracts, which include significant assumptions about forecasts of the AUM growth rate, pre-tax profit margin, discount rate, average effective fee rate and effective tax rate. The fair value of trade names is determined using the relief from royalty method based on net present value of estimated future cash flows, which include significant assumptions about royalty rate, revenue growth rate, discount rate and effective tax rate. The management contract intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful lives, which range from three to 16 years, using the straight-line method, unless the asset is determined to have an indefinite useful life. Indefinite-lived intangible assets represent contracts
to manage investment assets for which there is no foreseeable limit on the contract period. Trade names intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful lives which range from five to twenty years using the straight-line method.
Goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets are tested for impairment annually as of August 1 and when an event occurs or circumstances change that more likely than not reduce the fair value of the related reporting unit or indefinite-lived intangible asset below its carrying value. The Company has one reporting unit, investment management and related services, consistent with its single operating segment, to which all goodwill has been assigned.
Goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets may first be assessed for qualitative factors to determine whether it is necessary to perform a quantitative impairment test. The qualitative analysis considers entity-specific and macroeconomic factors and their potential impact on the key assumptions used in the determination of the fair value of the reporting unit or indefinite-lived intangible asset. A quantitative impairment test is performed if the results of the qualitative assessment indicate that it is more likely than not that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying value or an indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired, or if a qualitative assessment is not performed.
The fair values of the reporting unit and indefinite-lived intangible assets are based on the net present value of estimated future cash flows, which include assumptions about the AUM growth rate, pre-tax profit margin, discount rate, average effective fee rate and effective tax rate.
If a quantitative goodwill impairment test indicates that the carrying value of the reporting unit exceeds its fair value, impairment is recognized in the amount of the difference in values not to exceed the total amount of goodwill allocated to the reporting unit.
If a quantitative indefinite-lived intangible assets impairment test indicates that the carrying value of the asset exceeds the fair value, impairment is recognized in the amount of the difference in values.
Definite-lived intangible assets are tested for impairment quarterly. Impairment is indicated when the carrying value of an asset is not recoverable and exceeds its fair value. Recoverability is evaluated based on estimated undiscounted future cash flows using assumptions about the AUM growth rate, pre-tax profit margin, average effective fee rate and expected useful lives as well as royalty rate for trade names intangible assets. If the carrying value of an asset is not recoverable through undiscounted cash flows, impairment is recognized in the amount by which the carrying value exceeds the asset’s fair value, as determined by discounted cash flows or other methods as appropriate for the asset type.
Fair Value Measurements
Fair Value Measurements. The Company uses a three-level fair value hierarchy that prioritizes the inputs to valuation techniques used to measure fair value based on whether the inputs to those valuation techniques are observable or unobservable. The three levels of fair value hierarchy are set forth below. The assessment of the hierarchy level of the assets or liabilities measured at fair value is determined based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement in its entirety.
Level 1Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities, which may include published net asset values (“NAV”) for fund products.
Level 2Observable inputs other than Level 1 quoted prices, such as non-binding quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in inactive markets, or model-based valuation methodologies that utilize significant assumptions that are observable or corroborated by observable market data.
Level 3Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity. These inputs require significant management judgment and reflect the Company’s estimation of assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability.
Quoted market prices may be adjusted if events occur, such as global market fluctuations, issuer specific news, economic and geopolitical events, natural disasters, and governmental actions. A pricing vendor is engaged to provide a valuation factor, which represents an estimate as to how much a specific investment value would have changed between the time that the investment stopped trading in its local market and the time that the fund’s NAV was determined. The price adjustments are primarily determined based on third-party factors derived from model-based valuation techniques for which the significant assumptions are observable in the market.
The Company’s investments are primarily recorded at fair value or amounts that approximate fair value on a recurring basis. Investments in fund products for which fair value is estimated using NAV as a practical expedient (when
the NAV is available to the Company as an investor but is not publicly available) are not classified in the fair value hierarchy. Fair values are estimated for disclosure purposes for financial instruments that are not measured at fair value.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents primarily consist of nonconsolidated sponsored money market funds and deposits with financial institutions and are carried at cost. Due to the short-term nature and liquidity of these financial instruments, their carrying values approximate fair value.
The Company maintains cash and cash equivalents with financial institutions in various countries, limits the amount of credit exposure with any given financial institution and conducts ongoing evaluations of the creditworthiness of the financial institutions with which it does business.
Receivables
Receivables consist primarily of fees receivable from investment products and are carried at invoiced amounts. Due to the short-term nature and liquidity of the receivables, their carrying values approximate fair value.
Investments
Investments consist of investments in sponsored funds and separate accounts, investments related to long-term incentive plans, other equity and debt securities, investments in equity method investees and other investments.
Investments in sponsored funds and separate accounts consist primarily of nonconsolidated sponsored funds and to a lesser extent, separate accounts. Sponsored funds and separate accounts are carried at fair value with changes in the fair value recognized as gains and losses in earnings. The fair values of fund products are determined based on their published NAV or estimated using NAV as a practical expedient. The fair values of the underlying investments of the separate accounts are determined using quoted market prices, or independent third-party broker or dealer price quotes if quoted market prices are not available.
Investments related to long-term incentive plans consist primarily of investments in sponsored funds related to certain compensation plans that have vesting provision and are carried at fair value. Changes in fair value are recognized as gains and losses in earnings. The fair values of the investments are determined based on the sponsored funds’ published NAV or estimated using NAV as a practical expedient.
Other equity and debt investments consist of equity and debt securities carried at fair value. Changes in the fair value of equity securities other than fund products are recognized as gains and losses in earnings. The fair values of equity and debt securities are determined using independent third-party broker or dealer price quotes or based on either a market-based or income-based approach using significant unobservable inputs. The fair values of fund products are determined based on their published NAV or estimated using NAV as a practical expedient.
Investments in Equity Method Investees consist of equity investments in entities, including sponsored funds, over which the Company is able to exercise significant influence, but not control. Significant influence is generally considered to exist when the Companys ownership interest in the investee is between 20% and 50%, although other factors, such as representation on the investees board of directors and the impact of commercial arrangements, are also considered in determining whether the equity method of accounting is appropriate. Investments in limited partnerships and limited liability companies are accounted for using the equity method when the Companys investment is more than minor or when the Company is the general partner. Under the equity method of accounting, the investments are initially carried at cost and subsequently adjusted by the Companys proportionate share of the entities net income, which is recognized in earnings.
Other Investments consist of equity investments in entities over which the Company is unable to exercise significant influence and do not have a readily determinable fair value, and time deposits with maturities greater than three months from the date of purchase. The equity investments are measured at cost adjusted for observable price changes and impairment, if any, which are recognized in earnings. The fair value of the entities is generally estimated using significant unobservable inputs in either a market-based or income-based approach. The time deposits are carried at cost which approximates fair value due to their short-term nature and liquidity.
Impairment of Investments. Investments in equity method investees and equity investments that do not have a readily determinable fair value are evaluated for impairment on a quarterly basis. The evaluation of equity investments considers qualitative factors, including the financial condition and specific events related to an investee that may indicate the fair value of the investment is less than its carrying value. Impairment of equity securities is recognized in earnings.
Cash and Cash Equivalents of CIPs Cash and Cash Equivalents of CIPs consist of highly liquid investments, including money market funds, which are readily convertible into cash, and deposits with financial institutions, and are carried at cost. Due to the short-term nature and liquidity of these financial instruments, their carrying values approximate fair value.
Receivables of CIPs
Receivables of CIPs consist of investment and share transaction related receivables and are carried at transacted amounts. Due to the short-term nature and liquidity of the receivables, their carrying values approximate fair value.
Investments of CIPs
Investments of CIPs consist of marketable debt and equity securities and other investments that are not generally traded in active markets, and are carried at fair value. Changes in the fair value of the investments are recognized as gains and losses in earnings. The fair values of marketable securities are determined using quoted market prices, or independent third-party broker or dealer price quotes if quoted market prices are not available.
The investments that are not generally traded in active markets consist of equity and debt securities of entities in emerging markets, fund products, other equity and debt instruments, and loans. The fair values are determined using significant unobservable inputs in either a market-based or income-based approach, except for fund products, for which fair values are estimated using NAV as a practical expedient.
Property and Equipment, net
Property and Equipment, net are recorded at cost and depreciated using the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives which range from three to 35 years. Expenditures for repairs and maintenance are charged to expense when incurred. Leasehold improvements are amortized using the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives or the lease term, whichever is shorter.
Internal and external costs incurred in connection with developing or obtaining software for internal use are capitalized and amortized over the shorter of the estimated useful lives of the software or the license terms, beginning when the software project is complete and the application is put into production.
Property and equipment are tested for impairment when there is an indication that the carrying value of an asset may not be recoverable. Carrying values are not recoverable when the undiscounted cash flows estimated to be generated by the assets are less than their carrying values. When an asset is determined to not be recoverable, the impairment is measured based on the excess, if any, of the carrying value of the asset over its respective fair value. Fair value is determined by discounted future cash flows models, appraisals or other applicable methods.
Leases
Leases consist primarily of operating leases relating to real estate. At the inception of a contract, the Company determines whether it is or contains a lease, which includes consideration of whether there are identified assets in the contract and if the Company has control over such assets. Right-of-use (“ROU”) assets and lease liabilities are recognized for all arrangements that qualify as a lease, except for those with original lease terms of twelve months or less.
ROU assets and lease liabilities are recognized at the lease commencement date based on the present value of the future lease payments using an incremental borrowing rate estimated on a collateralized basis with similar terms for the specific interest rate environment. Leases with fixed payments are expensed on a straight-line basis over the lease term. Variable lease payments based on usage, changes in an index or market rate are expensed as incurred. The lease terms include options to extend or terminate the lease when it is reasonably certain they will be exercised.
Lease and nonlease payment components are accounted for separately. ROU assets are tested for impairment when there is an indication that the carrying value of an asset may not be recoverable.
Debt
Debt consists of senior notes which are carried at amortized cost. The fair value is estimated using quoted market prices, independent third-party broker or dealer price quotes, or prices of publicly traded debt with similar maturities, credit risk and interest rates. Amortization of debt premium and discount are recognized over the terms of the notes in interest expense.
Debt of CIPs
Debt of CIPs is carried at amortized cost. The fair value is estimated using a discounted cash flow model that considers current interest rate levels, the quality of the underlying collateral and current economic conditions. Debt of CIPs also included debt of consolidated collateralized loan obligations (“CLOs”) which is measured primarily based on the fair value of the assets of the CLOs less the fair value of the Company’s own economic interests in the CLOs.
Noncontrolling Interests
Noncontrolling Interests consist of third-party equity interests in CIPs and minority interests in certain subsidiaries. Noncontrolling interests that are redeemable or convertible for cash or other assets at the option of the holder are classified as temporary equity at the higher of fair value on reporting date or issuance-date fair value. Changes in fair value of redeemable noncontrolling interest is recognized as an adjustment to retained earnings. Nonredeemable noncontrolling interests are classified as a component of equity. Net income (loss) attributable to third-party investors is reflected as net income (loss) attributable to nonredeemable and redeemable noncontrolling interests in the consolidated statements of income. Subscriptions and redemptions of shares of CIPs by third-party investors are a component of the change in noncontrolling interests included in financing activities in the consolidated statements of cash flows.
The fair values of third-party equity interests in CIPs are determined based on the published NAV or estimated using NAV a practical expedient. The fair values of redeemable noncontrolling interests related to minority interest in certain subsidiaries are determined using discounted cash flows and guideline public company methods, which include significant assumptions about forecasts of the AUM growth rate, pre-tax profit margin, discount rate and public company earnings multiples.
Revenues
Revenues. The Company earns revenue primarily from providing investment management and related services to its customers, which are generally investment products or investors in separate accounts. Related services include fund administration, sales and distribution, and shareholder servicing. Revenues are recognized when the Company’s obligations related to the services are satisfied and it is probable that a significant reversal of the revenue amount would not occur in future periods. The obligations are satisfied over time as the services are rendered, except for the sales and distribution obligations for the sale of shares of sponsored funds which are satisfied on trade date. Multiple services included in customer contracts are accounted for separately when the obligations are determined to be distinct.
Fees from providing investment management and fund administration services (“investment management fees”), other than performance-based investment management fees, are determined based on a percentage of AUM, primarily on a monthly basis using daily average AUM, and are recognized as the services are performed over time. Performance-based investment management fees are generally generated when investment products’ performance exceeds targets established in customer contracts. These fees are recognized when the amount is no longer probable of significant reversal and may relate to investment management services that were provided in prior periods.
Sales and distribution fees primarily consist of upfront sales commissions and ongoing distribution fees. Sales commissions are based on contractual rates for sales of certain classes of sponsored funds and are recognized on trade date. Distribution service fees are determined based on a percentage of AUM, primarily on a monthly basis using daily average AUM. As the fee amounts are uncertain on trade date, they are recognized over time as the amounts become known and may relate to sales and distribution services provided in prior periods.
Shareholder servicing fees are primarily determined based on a contractual margin, or a percentage of AUM on a monthly basis using daily average AUM and either the number of transactions in shareholder accounts or the number of shareholder accounts, while fees from certain investment products are based only on AUM. The fees are recognized as the services are performed over time.
AUM is generally based on the fair value of the underlying securities held by investment products and is calculated using fair value methods derived primarily from unadjusted quoted market prices, unadjusted independent third-party broker or dealer price quotes in active markets, or market prices or price quotes adjusted for observable price movements after the close of the primary market in accordance with the Company’s global valuation and pricing policy. The fair values of securities for which market prices are not readily available are valued internally using various methodologies which incorporate significant unobservable inputs as appropriate for each security type and represent an insignificant percentage of total AUM.
Revenue is recorded gross of payments made to third-party providers in the Company’s role as principal as it controls the delegated services provided to customers.
Stock-Based Compensation
Stock-Based Compensation. The fair value of stock-based payment awards is estimated on the date of grant based on the market price of the underlying shares of the Companys common stock and is amortized to compensation expense on a straight-line basis over the related vesting period, which is generally three years. Expense relating to awards subject to performance conditions is recognized if it is probable that the conditions will be achieved. The probability of achievement is assessed on a quarterly basis. Forfeitures are accounted for as they occur. The fair value of cash-settled phantom stock
awards is amortized to compensation expense on a straight-line basis over the related vesting period, which is generally four years, and the related liability is carried at fair value.
Postretirement Benefits Postretirement Benefits. Defined contribution plan costs are expensed as incurred.
Income Taxes
Income Taxes. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recorded for temporary differences between the tax basis of assets and liabilities and the reported amounts in the consolidated financial statements using the statutory tax rates in effect for the year when the reported amount of the asset or liability is expected to be recovered or settled, respectively. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income tax expense in the period that includes the enactment date. A valuation allowance is recorded to reduce the carrying values of deferred tax assets to the amount that is more likely than not to be realized. In assessing whether a valuation allowance should be established against a deferred tax asset, the Company considers all positive and negative evidence, which includes timing of expiration, projected sources of taxable income, limitations on utilization under the statute and the effectiveness of prudent and feasible tax planning strategies among other factors. For each tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return, the Company utilizes significant judgment related to the range of possible favorable or unfavorable outcomes to determine whether it is more likely than not that the position will be sustained upon examination based on the technical merits of the position, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation. A tax position that meets the more likely than not recognition threshold is measured at the largest amount of benefit that is greater than 50% likely of being realized upon settlement. Interest on tax matters is recognized in interest expense. Penalties are recognized in other operating expenses.
The Company operates in numerous countries, states and other taxing jurisdictions. The income tax laws are complex and subject to different interpretations by the taxpayer and the relevant taxing authorities. Significant judgment is required in the determination of the Company’s annual income tax provisions, which includes the assessment of deferred tax assets and uncertain tax positions, as well as the interpretation and application of existing and newly enacted tax laws, regulation changes, and new judicial rulings. The Company repatriates foreign earnings that are in excess of regulatory, capital or operational requirements of all of its non-U.S. subsidiaries.
Foreign Currency Translation and Transactions
Foreign Currency Translation and Transactions. Assets and liabilities of non-U.S. subsidiaries for which the local currency is the functional currency are translated at current exchange rates as of the end of the reporting period. The related revenues and expenses are translated at average exchange rates in effect during the period. Net exchange gains and losses resulting from translation are excluded from income and are recorded as part of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss). Transactions denominated in a foreign currency are revalued at the current exchange rate at the transaction date and any related gains and losses are recognized in earnings.
v3.25.3
Earnings per Share (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]  
Components of basic and diluted earnings per share
The components of basic and diluted earnings per share were as follows:
(in millions, except per share data)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
Net income attributable to Franklin Resources, Inc.$524.9 $464.8 $882.8 
Less: allocation of earnings to participating nonvested stock and stock unit awards
53.2 32.6 37.7 
Net Income Available to Common Stockholders$471.7 $432.2 $845.1 
Weighted-average shares outstanding – basic
516.7 509.5 490.0 
Dilutive effect of nonparticipating nonvested stock unit awards
0.7 0.8 0.8 
Weighted-Average Shares Outstanding – Diluted517.4 510.3 490.8 
Earnings per Share
Basic$0.91 $0.85 $1.72 
Diluted0.91 0.85 1.72 
v3.25.3
Revenues (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]  
Operating revenues by geographic area
Operating revenues by geographic area were as follows:
(in millions)United
States
LuxembourgAsia-PacificAmericas
Excluding
United
States
Europe,
Middle East
and Africa,
Excluding
Luxembourg
Total
for the fiscal year ended
September 30, 2025
Investment management fees
$5,292.3 $894.4 $302.3 $214.8 $278.0 $6,981.8 
Sales and distribution fees
1,042.2 370.0 22.7 38.9 0.9 1,474.7 
Shareholder servicing fees
231.3 31.2 1.7 0.3 — 264.5 
Other
48.4 0.1 1.1 — 0.1 49.7 
Total
$6,614.2 $1,295.7 $327.8 $254.0 $279.0 $8,770.7 
(in millions)United
States
LuxembourgAsia-PacificAmericas
Excluding
United
States
Europe,
Middle East
and Africa,
Excluding
Luxembourg
Total
for the fiscal year ended
September 30, 2024
Investment management fees
$5,142.8 $862.3 $283.8 $228.1 $305.2 $6,822.2 
Sales and distribution fees
979.2 342.8 19.2 39.8 — 1,381.0 
Shareholder servicing fees
195.3 31.7 2.2 0.1 — 229.3 
Other
40.5 0.7 3.7 — 0.6 45.5 
Total
$6,357.8 $1,237.5 $308.9 $268.0 $305.8 $8,478.0 
(in millions)United
States
LuxembourgAsia-PacificAmericas
Excluding
United
States
Europe,
Middle East
and Africa,
Excluding
Luxembourg
Total
for the fiscal year ended
September 30, 2023
Investment management fees
$4,877.1 $803.9 $285.6 $216.2 $270.1 $6,452.9 
Sales and distribution fees
847.3 296.0 19.8 40.6 — 1,203.7 
Shareholder servicing fees
118.7 31.5 2.2 0.3 — 152.7 
Other
37.7 0.8 1.2 — 0.4 40.1 
Total
$5,880.8 $1,132.2 $308.8 $257.1 $270.5 $7,849.4 
v3.25.3
Investments (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Investments [Abstract]  
Summary of investments
Investments consisted of the following:
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Investments, at fair value
Sponsored funds and separate accounts$809.6 $509.1 
Investments related to long-term incentive plans288.1 271.6 
Other equity and debt investments81.8 57.3 
Total investments, at fair value1,179.5 838.0 
Investments in equity method investees893.9 1,219.7 
Other investments300.6 280.7 
Total$2,374.0 $2,338.4 
v3.25.3
Fair Value Measurements (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]  
Schedule of assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis
The assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis were as follows:  
(in millions)Level 1Level 2Level 3NAV as a
Practical
Expedient
Total
as of September 30, 2025
Assets
Investments, at fair value
Sponsored funds and separate accounts
$463.9 $305.2 $2.2 $38.3 $809.6 
Investments related to long-term incentive plans
253.4 3.3 — 31.4 288.1 
Other equity and debt investments12.4 9.4 1.8 29.2 52.8 
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value$729.7 $317.9 $4.0 $98.9 $1,150.5 
Liabilities
Securities sold short$193.7 $— $— $— $193.7 
Contingent consideration liabilities— — 20.4 — 20.4 
Total Liabilities Measured at Fair Value$193.7 $ $20.4 $ $214.1 
As of September 30, 2025, there were $29.0 million of other investments which were adjusted to fair value on a nonrecurring basis and excluded from the table above.

(in millions)Level 1Level 2Level 3NAV as a
Practical
Expedient
Total
as of September 30, 2024
Assets
Investments, at fair value
Sponsored funds and separate accounts
$306.3 $157.4 $5.2 $40.2 $509.1 
Investments related to long-term incentive plans
242.5 — — 29.1 271.6 
Other equity and debt investments
4.1 11.1 2.6 39.5 57.3 
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value$552.9 $168.5 $7.8 $108.8 $838.0 
Liabilities
Securities sold short
$178.1 $— $— $— $178.1 
Contingent consideration liabilities— — 28.2 — 28.2 
Total Liabilities Measured at Fair Value$178.1 $ $28.2 $ $206.3 
Schedule of investments measured at NAV
Investments for which fair value was estimated using reported NAV as a practical expedient primarily consist of nonredeemable private equity, debt and infrastructure funds, and redeemable alternative credit, global equity, private real estate funds and alternatives. These investments were as follows:
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Nonredeemable investments1
Investments with known liquidation periods$19.7 $32.4 
Investments with unknown liquidation periods15.2 16.1 
Redeemable investments2
64.0 60.3 
Unfunded commitments13.3 14.0 
Schedule of financial instruments not measured at fair value
Financial instruments that were not measured at fair value were as follows:
Fair
Value
Level
20252024
(in millions)Carrying
Value
Estimated
Fair Value
Carrying
Value
Estimated
Fair Value
as of September 30,
Financial Assets
Cash and cash equivalents1$3,088.1 $3,088.1 $3,309.5 $3,309.5 
Other investments
Time deposits29.2 9.2 9.8 9.8 
Equity securities3291.4 291.4 270.9 270.9 
Financial Liability
Debt2$2,362.0 $1,970.9 $2,780.3 $2,387.0 
v3.25.3
Property and Equipment (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net [Abstract]  
Summary of property and equipment
Property and equipment, net consisted of the following:
(in millions)Useful Lives
In Years
as of September 30,20252024
Buildings and leasehold improvements$1,096.4 $1,064.3 
5-35
Software419.9 426.6 
3-10
Equipment and furniture297.6 337.9 
3-10
Land80.0 79.3 N/A
Total cost1,893.9 1,908.1 
Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization(944.8)(961.7)
Property and Equipment, Net$949.1 $946.4 
v3.25.3
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]  
Schedule of goodwill and other intangible assets
Goodwill and other intangible assets, net consisted of the following:
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Goodwill$6,206.0 $6,211.4 
Indefinite-lived intangible assets3,400.3 3,851.5 
Definite-lived intangible assets, net765.7 950.6 
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets, Net$10,372.0 $11,013.5 
Schedule of changes in carrying value of goodwill
Changes in the carrying value of goodwill were as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,20252024
Balance at beginning of year$6,211.4 $6,003.8 
Acquisitions— 189.8 
Purchase price allocation adjustment— 4.7 
Foreign exchange revaluation(5.4)13.1 
Balance at End of Year$6,206.0 $6,211.4 
Schedule of definite-lived intangible assets
Definite-lived intangible assets were as follows:
20252024
(in millions)Gross
Carrying
Value
Accumulated
Amortization
Net
Carrying
Value
Gross
Carrying
Value
Accumulated
Amortization
Net
Carrying
Value
as of September 30,
Management contracts$1,255.3 $(709.3)$546.0 $1,758.8 $(1,061.8)$697.0 
Trade names286.2 (66.5)219.7 367.8 (115.9)251.9 
Developed software— — — 14.4 (12.7)1.7 
Total$1,541.5 $(775.8)$765.7 $2,141.0 $(1,190.4)$950.6 
Schedule of Definite-Lived Intangible Assets, Remaining Amortization Expense
Definite-lived intangible assets had a weighted-average remaining useful life of 8.6 years at September 30, 2025, with estimated remaining amortization expense as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ending September 30,Amount
2026$189.4 
2027136.8 
202885.5 
202942.1 
203041.5 
Thereafter270.4 
Total$765.7 
v3.25.3
Debt (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]  
Schedule of outstanding debt
Debt consisted of the following:
(in millions)2025Effective
Interest Rate
2024Effective
Interest Rate
as of September 30,
Debt of Franklin Resources, Inc.
$400 million 2.850% senior notes due March 2025
$— N/A$400.0 2.97 %
$850 million 1.600% senior notes due October 2030
847.9 1.74 %847.5 1.74 %
$350 million 2.950% senior notes due August 2051
348.1 3.00 %348.0 3.00 %
Total debt of Franklin Resources, Inc.1,196.0 1,595.5 
Debt of Legg Mason (a subsidiary of Franklin)
$450 million 4.750% senior notes due March 2026
456.1 1.80 %469.5 1.80 %
$550 million 5.625% senior notes due January 2044
717.4 3.38 %723.9 3.38 %
Total debt of Legg Mason1,173.5 1,193.4 
Debt issuance costs(7.5)(8.6)
Total$2,362.0 $2,780.3 
Debt of CLOs totaled $9,937.3 million and $9,341.5 million at September 30, 2025 and September 30, 2024.
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Consolidated Investment Products (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Consolidated Investment Products [Abstract]  
Schedule of balances of CIPs
The balances related to CIPs included in the Company’s consolidated balance sheets were as follows:
(in millions)
as of September 30, 20252024
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents$485.8 $1,099.4 
Receivables313.1 217.5 
Investments, at fair value12,278.8 11,034.9 
Total Assets$13,077.7 $12,351.8 
Liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued expenses$1,063.0 $861.3 
Debt9,937.3 9,341.5 
Other liabilities17.5 39.9 
Total liabilities11,017.8 10,242.7 
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests289.6 687.8 
Stockholders’ Equity
Franklin Resources, Inc.’s interests1,220.6 1,080.9 
Nonredeemable noncontrolling interests549.7 340.4 
Total stockholders’ equity1,770.3 1,421.3 
Total Liabilities, Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests and Stockholders’ Equity$13,077.7 $12,351.8 
Schedule of assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis
Assets of CIPs measured at fair value on a recurring basis were as follows: 
(in millions)Level 1Level 2Level 3NAV as a
Practical
Expedient
Total
as of September 30, 2025
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents of CLOs$472.1 $— $— $— $472.1 
Receivables of CLOs— 113.0 — — 113.0 
Investments
Equity and debt securities393.2 731.5 601.0 189.1 1,914.8 
Loans— 10,354.1 9.9 — 10,364.0 
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value$865.3 $11,198.6 $610.9 $189.1 $12,863.9 
(in millions)Level 1Level 2Level 3NAV as a
Practical
Expedient
Total
as of September 30, 2024
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents of CLOs$764.3 $— $— $— $764.3 
Receivables of CLOs— 149.6 — — 149.6 
Investments
Equity and debt securities229.7 889.4 550.1 187.1 1,856.3 
Loans— 9,178.1 0.5 — 9,178.6 
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value$994.0 $10,217.1 $550.6 $187.1 $11,948.8 
Schedule of CIPs investments measured at NAV
Investments for which fair value was estimated using reported NAV as a practical expedient consist of nonredeemable private debt and equity funds, a redeemable global hedge fund and a redeemable U.S. equity fund. These investments were as follows:
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Nonredeemable investments1
Investments with unknown liquidation periods$114.7 $49.0 
Redeemable investments2
74.4 138.1 
Unfunded commitments3
14.0 42.8 
Schedule of changes in Level 3 assets of CIPs
Changes in Level 3 assets of equity and debt securities were as follows: 
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Balance at beginning of year$550.1 $584.9 
Acquisition— 29.6 
Gains (losses) included in investment and other income of consolidated investment products, net50.5 (80.4)
Purchases60.9 57.2 
Sales(33.6)(29.8)
Net consolidations (deconsolidations)12.2 (12.5)
Transfers into Level 30.2 1.1 
Transfers out of Level 3(39.3)— 
Balance at End of Year
$601.0 $550.1 
Change in unrealized gains (losses) included in net income relating to assets held at end of year$23.0 $(50.9)
Schedule of valuation techniques and significant unobservable inputs used in Level 3 fair value measurements
Valuation techniques and significant unobservable inputs used in Level 3 fair value measurements were as follows:
(in millions)
as of September 30, 2025Fair ValueValuation TechniqueSignificant Unobservable Inputs
Range (Weighted Average1)
Equity and debt securities$302.0 Market pricingPrivate sale pricing
$0.27–$2,120.00 ($176.53) per share
Discount for lack of marketability
5.0%–75.0% (23.9%)

225.9 Market comparable companiesEnterprise value/ Revenue multiple
1.4–21.0 (9.5)
Discount for lack of marketability
6.0%–11.0% (8.5%)
54.4 Discounted cash flowDiscount rate
6.5%–13.0% (6.8%)
18.7 Option pricing modelVolatility
34.0%–60.9% (38.2%)
Discount for lack of marketability
9.1%–13.5% (9.4%)
(in millions)
as of September 30, 2024Fair ValueValuation TechniqueSignificant Unobservable Inputs
Range (Weighted Average1)
Equity and debt securities
$291.6 Market comparable companiesEnterprise value/ Revenue multiple
1.2–22.8 (10.9)
Discount for lack of marketability
0.1%–10.4% (8.1%)
214.5 Market pricingPrivate sale pricing
$0.01–$1,000.00 ($73.04) per share
Discount for lack of marketability
9.8%–17.5% (11.5%)
44.0 Discounted cash flowDiscount rate6.8%
Schedule of financial instruments of CIPs not measured at fair value
Financial instruments of CIPs that were not measured at fair value were as follows:
(in millions)Fair Value
Level
20252024
Carrying
Value
Estimated
Fair Value
Carrying
Value
Estimated
Fair Value
as of September 30,
Financial Asset
Cash and cash equivalents 1$13.7 $13.7 $335.1 $335.1 
Financial Liabilities
Debt of CLOs1
2 or 39,937.3 9,786.0 9,341.5 9,167.3 
Schedule of contractual maturities for debt of CIPs
The contractual maturities for debt of CLOs at September 30, 2025 were as follows: 
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ending September 30,Amount
2026$476.1 
202783.8 
2028— 
2029— 
2030— 
Thereafter9,377.4 
Total$9,937.3 
Schedule of unpaid principal balance and fair value of investments of CLOs
The unpaid principal balance and fair value of the investments of CLOs were as follows:
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Unpaid principal balance$10,641.0 $9,371.9 
Difference between unpaid principal balance and fair value(43.3)(19.8)
Fair Value$10,597.7 $9,352.1 
Schedule of outstanding debt
Debt consisted of the following:
(in millions)2025Effective
Interest Rate
2024Effective
Interest Rate
as of September 30,
Debt of Franklin Resources, Inc.
$400 million 2.850% senior notes due March 2025
$— N/A$400.0 2.97 %
$850 million 1.600% senior notes due October 2030
847.9 1.74 %847.5 1.74 %
$350 million 2.950% senior notes due August 2051
348.1 3.00 %348.0 3.00 %
Total debt of Franklin Resources, Inc.1,196.0 1,595.5 
Debt of Legg Mason (a subsidiary of Franklin)
$450 million 4.750% senior notes due March 2026
456.1 1.80 %469.5 1.80 %
$550 million 5.625% senior notes due January 2044
717.4 3.38 %723.9 3.38 %
Total debt of Legg Mason1,173.5 1,193.4 
Debt issuance costs(7.5)(8.6)
Total$2,362.0 $2,780.3 
Debt of CLOs totaled $9,937.3 million and $9,341.5 million at September 30, 2025 and September 30, 2024.
v3.25.3
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]  
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest [Table Text Block]
Changes in redeemable noncontrolling interests were as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2025, 2024 and 2023
CIPsMinority InterestsTotal
Balance at October 1, 2022$942.2 $583.6 $1,525.8 
Net income77.4 58.1 135.5 
Net subscriptions (distributions) and other605.5 (86.3)519.2 
Net deconsolidations(1,045.0)— (1,045.0)
Adjustment to fair value— (109.4)(109.4)
Balance at September 30, 2023$580.1 $446.0 $1,026.1 
Net income80.2 47.7 127.9 
Net subscriptions (distributions) and other213.4 (111.4)102.0 
Net deconsolidations(206.1)— (206.1)
Acquisition20.2 — 20.2 
Adjustment to fair value— 251.7 251.7 
Balance at September 30, 2024$687.8 $634.0 $1,321.8 
Net income (loss)(94.9)42.2 (52.7)
Net subscriptions (distributions) and other317.5 (31.9)285.6 
Net deconsolidations(620.8)— (620.8)
Adjustment to fair value 248.1 248.1 
Balance at September 30, 2025$289.6 $892.4 $1,182.0 
v3.25.3
Nonconsolidated Variable Interest Entities (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]  
Schedule of maximum exposure to loss from nonconsolidated VIEs The Company’s maximum exposure to loss from these VIEs consists of equity investments, investment management and other fee receivables as follows: 
(in millions)
as of September 30, 20252024
Investments$1,274.5 $1,074.4 
Receivables225.1 226.0 
Total$1,499.6 $1,300.4 
v3.25.3
Taxes on Income (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]  
Schedule of taxes on income
Taxes on income were as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
Current expense
Federal$140.6 $212.0 $148.1 
State51.5 54.0 55.6 
Non-U.S.93.0 73.9 67.1 
Deferred (benefit) expense(47.2)(124.6)41.5 
Total$237.9 $215.3 $312.3 
Schedule of income before taxes
Income before taxes consisted of the following:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
U.S.$538.2 $286.3 $819.2 
Non-U.S. and other1
248.6 536.9 518.8 
Total$786.8 $823.2 $1,338.0 
_______________
1    Other includes income (loss) from consolidated investment products and amounts not subject to tax.
Components of deferred tax assets and liabilities
The significant components of deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities were as follows:
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Deferred Tax Assets
Capitalized mixed service costs$127.5 $162.6 
Net operating loss and state credit carry-forwards328.3 325.8 
Deferred compensation and benefits209.3 210.5 
Foreign tax credit carry-forwards70.4 81.6 
Operating lease liability
199.1 186.4 
Debt premium43.7 48.6 
Other118.9 116.1 
Total deferred tax assets1,097.2 1,131.6 
Valuation allowance(297.1)(290.5)
Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance800.1 841.1 
Deferred Tax Liabilities
Goodwill and other purchased intangibles697.7 800.8 
Right of use asset
151.0 160.3 
Other129.7 88.8 
Total deferred tax liabilities978.4 1,049.9 
Net Deferred Tax Liability$178.3 $208.8 
Components of net deferred tax liability as classified in the consolidated balance sheets The components of the net deferred tax liability were classified in the consolidated balance sheets as follows:
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Other assets$83.3 $76.1 
Deferred tax liabilities261.6 284.9 
Net Deferred Tax Liability$178.3 $208.8 
Reconciliation of the amount of tax expense at the federal statutory rate and taxes on income
A reconciliation of the amount of tax expense at the federal statutory rate and taxes on income as reflected in the consolidated statements of income is as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
Federal taxes at statutory rate$165.2 21.0%$172.9 21.0%$281.0 21.0%
State taxes, net of federal tax effect
25.5 3.2%42.8 5.2%71.3 5.3%
Tax reserve (release) for audit settlements, net of valuation allowance
(4.8)(0.6%)0.5 0.1%(11.4)(0.9%)
Effect of net income attributable to noncontrolling interests(5.0)(0.6%)(29.7)(3.6%)(22.0)(1.6%)
Effect of non-U.S. operations44.5 5.7%4.0 0.5%(14.7)(1.1%)
Capital loss on investments, net of valuation allowance
7.5 1.0%7.4 0.9%(8.8)(0.7%)
Foreign tax credit valuation allowance release
(12.6)(1.6)%5.1 0.6%7.2 0.5%
Other
17.6 2.2 %12.3 1.5%9.7 0.8%
Tax Provision
$237.9 30.2%$215.3 26.2%$312.3 23.3%
Schedule of transition tax payable The remaining payment for the Company’s federal portion of the transition tax liability of $231.6 million will be made in fiscal year 2026.
Schedule of Unrecognized Tax Benefits Roll Forward
A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances of gross unrecognized tax benefits is as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
Balance at beginning of year$133.5 $138.8 $168.7 
Additions for tax positions of prior years2.5 1.2 6.1 
Reductions for tax positions of prior years(1.2)(4.9)(14.9)
Tax positions related to the current year11.1 12.1 13.3 
Settlements with taxing authorities(17.5)(6.6)(19.9)
Expirations of statute of limitations(16.5)(7.1)(14.5)
Balance at End of Year$111.9 $133.5 $138.8 
v3.25.3
Leases (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Leases [Abstract]  
Schedule of lease expenses
Lease expense was as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
Operating lease cost
$137.3 $188.3 $124.1 
Variable lease cost11.2 10.3 5.8 
Finance lease cost1.0 0.8 0.6 
Less: sublease income(4.3)(13.1)(25.0)
Total lease expense$145.2 $186.3 $105.5 
Supplemental cash flow information related to leases
Supplemental cash flow information related to leases was as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
Operating cash flows from operating leases included in the measurement of operating lease liabilities$45.1 $109.6 $125.6 
ROU assets obtained in exchange for new/modified operating lease liabilities31.2 448.9 45.4 
Schedule of lease quantitative disclosure of operating leases
The weighted-average remaining lease term and weighted-average discount rate for operating lease liabilities were as follows:
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Weighted-average remaining lease term
11.1 years11.4 years
Weighted-average discount rate
5.2 %5.0 %
Schedule of maturities of operating lease liabilities
The maturities of the liabilities were as follows:
(in millions)Amount
for the fiscal years ending September 30,
2026$143.1 
2027137.0 
2028125.3 
2029117.6 
2030108.7 
Thereafter723.7 
Total lease payments1,355.4 
Less: interest(354.8)
Operating lease liabilities$1,000.6 
Schedule of maturities of lease payments due to the Company
The maturities of lease payments due to the Company as of September 30, 2025 were as follows:
(in millions)SubleasesLeases
for the fiscal years ending September 30,
2026$6.6 $50.5 
202710.5 44.1 
202810.3 31.0 
202910.2 31.4 
203010.3 30.0 
Thereafter15.6 35.8 
Total$63.5 $222.8 
v3.25.3
Stock-Based Compensation (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Share-Based Payment Arrangement, Noncash Expense [Abstract]  
Summary of stock-based compensation expenses
Stock-based compensation expenses were as follows:
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
Stock and stock unit awards$207.9 $240.3 $174.7 
Phantom unit awards11.8 13.8 33.2 
Employee stock investment plan6.9 5.8 7.9 
Total$226.6 $259.9 $215.8 
Summary of stock and stock unit award activity
Stock and stock unit award activity was as follows:
(shares in thousands)Time-Based
Shares
Performance-
Based Shares
Total
Shares
Weighted-Average
Grant-Date
Fair Value
for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025
Nonvested balance at beginning of year
16,594 3,314 19,908 $24.03 
Granted8,553 169 8,722 20.97 
Vested(9,491)(166)(9,657)23.74 
Forfeited/canceled(697)(2,964)(3,661)22.60 
Nonvested Balance at End of Year
14,959 353 15,312 $22.81 
v3.25.3
Segment and Geographic Information (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Segment Reporting, Measurement Disclosures [Abstract]  
Schedule of geographic information
See Note 4 – Revenues for total operating revenues disaggregated by geographic location.
See below for the long-lived assets disaggregated by geographic location.
(in millions)
as of September 30,20252024
Property and Equipment, Net
United States$764.1 $758.4 
Europe, Middle East and Africa150.6 149.2 
Asia-Pacific29.4 33.5 
Americas excluding United States5.0 5.3 
Total$949.1 $946.4 
v3.25.3
Investment and Other Income (Losses), Net (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]  
Schedule of investment and other income (losses), net
Investment and other income, net consisted of the following:  
(in millions)
for the fiscal years ended September 30,202520242023
Dividend and interest income$141.4 $176.9 $159.9 
Gains (losses) on investments, net(37.6)57.6 39.5 
Income from investments in equity method investees78.0 137.5 45.4 
Gains (losses) on derivatives, net(7.8)(16.2)(15.1)
Rental income44.1 43.7 46.3 
Foreign currency exchange losses, net(11.6)(19.9)(26.7)
Other, net6.3 15.9 13.0 
Investment and Other Income, Net
$212.8 $395.5 $262.3 
v3.25.3
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]  
Schedule of changes in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) by component
Changes in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) by component were as follows: 
(in millions)Currency
Translation
Adjustments
Unrealized
Losses on
Defined Benefit
Plans
Unrealized
Gains on
Investments
Total
as of and for the fiscal years ended
September 30, 2025, 2024 and 2023
Balance at October 1, 2022$(615.1)$(6.3)$0.4 $(621.0)
Other comprehensive income (loss)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications, net of tax108.5 (0.6)0.2 108.1 
Reclassifications to compensation and benefits expense, net of tax— (0.7)— (0.7)
Reclassifications to net investment and other income, net of tax4.3 — — 4.3 
Total other comprehensive income (loss)112.8 (1.3)0.2 111.7 
Balance at September 30, 2023$(502.3)$(7.6)$0.6 $(509.3)
Other comprehensive income (loss)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications, net of tax89.8 (0.3)(0.1)89.4 
Reclassifications to compensation and benefits expense, net of tax— 0.4 — 0.4 
Total other comprehensive income (loss)89.8 0.1 (0.1)89.8 
Balance at September 30, 2024$(412.5)$(7.5)$0.5 $(419.5)
Other comprehensive income (loss)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications, net of tax(21.3)(11.3)0.1 (32.5)
Reclassifications to compensation and benefits expense, net of tax— 2.0 — 2.0 
Reclassifications to net investment and other income, net of tax2.9 — — 2.9 
Total other comprehensive income (loss)(18.4)(9.3)0.1 (27.6)
Balance at September 30, 2025$(430.9)$(16.8)$0.6 $(447.1)
v3.25.3
Significant Accounting Policies - Narrative (Details)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Number of reporting unit 1
Stock-based compensation awards vesting period 3 years
Minimum [Member]  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Intangible assets, estimated useful lives 3 years
Property and equipment, estimated useful lives 3 years
Maximum [Member]  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Intangible assets, estimated useful lives 16 years
Property and equipment, estimated useful lives 35 years
v3.25.3
New Accounting Guidance - Narrative (Details)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Accounting Standards Update 2023-08  
New Accounting Pronouncements or Change in Accounting Principle [Line Items]  
New Accounting Pronouncement or Change in Accounting Principle, Description of Prior-period Information Retrospectively Adjusted 26 million
v3.25.3
Earnings per Share - Components of Basic and Diluted Earnings per Share (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Earnings Per Share Reconciliation [Abstract]      
Net Income (Loss) $ 524.9 $ 464.8 $ 882.8
Less: allocation of earnings to participating nonvested stock and stock unit awards - basic 53.2 32.6 37.7
Less: allocation of earnings to participating nonvested stock and stock unit awards - diluted 53.2 32.6 37.7
Net Income Available to Common Stockholders - basic 471.7 432.2 845.1
Net Income Available to Common Stockholders - diluted $ 471.7 $ 432.2 $ 845.1
Weighted-average shares outstanding – basic 516.7 509.5 490.0
Dilutive effect of nonparticipating nonvested stock unit awards 0.7 0.8 0.8
Weighted-Average Shares Outstanding – Diluted 517.4 510.3 490.8
Earnings per Share [Abstract]      
Basic $ 0.91 $ 0.85 $ 1.72
Diluted $ 0.91 $ 0.85 $ 1.72
v3.25.3
Revenue Narratives (Details)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]      
Revenue From Sponsored Funds 84.00% 82.00% 82.00%
v3.25.3
Revenues - Schedule of Operating Revenues by Geographic Area (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers $ 8,770.7 $ 8,478.0 $ 7,849.4
Investment management fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 6,981.8 6,822.2 6,452.9
Sales and distribution fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 1,474.7 1,381.0 1,203.7
Shareholder servicing fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 264.5 229.3 152.7
Other [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 49.7 45.5 40.1
United States [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 6,614.2 6,357.8 5,880.8
United States [Member] | Investment management fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 5,292.3 5,142.8 4,877.1
United States [Member] | Sales and distribution fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 1,042.2 979.2 847.3
United States [Member] | Shareholder servicing fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 231.3 195.3 118.7
United States [Member] | Other [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 48.4 40.5 37.7
Luxembourg [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 1,295.7 1,237.5 1,132.2
Luxembourg [Member] | Investment management fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 894.4 862.3 803.9
Luxembourg [Member] | Sales and distribution fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 370.0 342.8 296.0
Luxembourg [Member] | Shareholder servicing fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 31.2 31.7 31.5
Luxembourg [Member] | Other [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 0.1 0.7 0.8
Americas Excluding United States [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 254.0 268.0 257.1
Americas Excluding United States [Member] | Investment management fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 214.8 228.1 216.2
Americas Excluding United States [Member] | Sales and distribution fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 38.9 39.8 40.6
Americas Excluding United States [Member] | Shareholder servicing fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 0.3 0.1 0.3
Americas Excluding United States [Member] | Other [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 0.0 0.0 0.0
Asia-Pacific [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 327.8 308.9 308.8
Asia-Pacific [Member] | Investment management fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 302.3 283.8 285.6
Asia-Pacific [Member] | Sales and distribution fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 22.7 19.2 19.8
Asia-Pacific [Member] | Shareholder servicing fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 1.7 2.2 2.2
Asia-Pacific [Member] | Other [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 1.1 3.7 1.2
Europe, Middle East and Africa, Excluding Luxembourg [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 279.0 305.8 270.5
Europe, Middle East and Africa, Excluding Luxembourg [Member] | Investment management fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 278.0 305.2 270.1
Europe, Middle East and Africa, Excluding Luxembourg [Member] | Sales and distribution fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 0.9 0.0 0.0
Europe, Middle East and Africa, Excluding Luxembourg [Member] | Shareholder servicing fees [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers 0.0 0.0 0.0
Europe, Middle East and Africa, Excluding Luxembourg [Member] | Other [Member]      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Earned From Contracts With Customers $ 0.1 $ 0.6 $ 0.4
v3.25.3
Investments - Narratives (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Investments [Abstract]      
Securities Sold under Agreements to Repurchase $ 200.5 $ 111.4  
Securities Borrowed, Fair Value of Collateral 206.4 121.7  
Net gains (losses) recognized on equity securities measured at fair value and trading debt securities $ 5.4 $ 108.1 $ 66.1
v3.25.3
Investments - Summary of Investments (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Investment Holdings [Line Items]    
Total investments, at fair value $ 1,179.5 $ 838.0
Investments in equity method investees 893.9 1,219.7
Other investments 300.6 280.7
Total 2,374.0 2,338.4
Sponsored funds and separate accounts [Member]    
Investment Holdings [Line Items]    
Investments, at fair value 809.6 509.1
Investment related to long-term incentive plans [Member]    
Investment Holdings [Line Items]    
Investments, at fair value 288.1 271.6
Other equity and debt investments [Member]    
Investment Holdings [Line Items]    
Investments, at fair value $ 81.8 $ 57.3
v3.25.3
Fair Value Measurements - Schedule of Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Liability [Abstract]    
Equity Securities without Readily Determinable Fair Value, Amount $ 29.0  
Sponsored funds and separate accounts [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 809.6 $ 509.1
Investment related to long-term incentive plans [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 288.1 271.6
Other equity and debt investments [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 81.8 57.3
Fair Value, Recurring [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value 1,150.5 838.0
Liability [Abstract]    
Contingent consideration liabilities 20.4 28.2
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure 214.1 206.3
Financial Instruments Sold, Not yet Purchased, Derivatives and Other Contracts 193.7 178.1
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value 729.7 552.9
Liability [Abstract]    
Contingent consideration liabilities 0.0 0.0
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure 193.7 178.1
Financial Instruments Sold, Not yet Purchased, Derivatives and Other Contracts 193.7 178.1
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value 317.9 168.5
Liability [Abstract]    
Contingent consideration liabilities 0.0 0.0
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure 0.0 0.0
Financial Instruments Sold, Not yet Purchased, Derivatives and Other Contracts 0.0 0.0
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value 4.0 7.8
Liability [Abstract]    
Contingent consideration liabilities 20.4 28.2
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure 20.4 28.2
Financial Instruments Sold, Not yet Purchased, Derivatives and Other Contracts 0.0 0.0
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | NAV as a Practical Expedient [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value 98.9 108.8
Liability [Abstract]    
Contingent consideration liabilities 0.0 0.0
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure 0.0 0.0
Financial Instruments Sold, Not yet Purchased, Derivatives and Other Contracts 0.0 0.0
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Sponsored funds and separate accounts [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 809.6 509.1
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Sponsored funds and separate accounts [Member] | Level 1 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 463.9 306.3
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Sponsored funds and separate accounts [Member] | Level 2 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 305.2 157.4
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Sponsored funds and separate accounts [Member] | Level 3 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 2.2 5.2
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Sponsored funds and separate accounts [Member] | NAV as a Practical Expedient [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 38.3 40.2
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Investment related to long-term incentive plans [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 288.1 271.6
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Investment related to long-term incentive plans [Member] | Level 1 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 253.4 242.5
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Investment related to long-term incentive plans [Member] | Level 2 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 3.3 0.0
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Investment related to long-term incentive plans [Member] | Level 3 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 0.0 0.0
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Investment related to long-term incentive plans [Member] | NAV as a Practical Expedient [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 31.4 29.1
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Other equity and debt investments [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 52.8 57.3
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Other equity and debt investments [Member] | Level 1 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 12.4 4.1
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Other equity and debt investments [Member] | Level 2 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 9.4 11.1
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Other equity and debt investments [Member] | Level 3 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 1.8 2.6
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Other equity and debt investments [Member] | NAV as a Practical Expedient [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value $ 29.2 $ 39.5
v3.25.3
Fair Value Measurements - Schedule of investments measured at NAV (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Unfunded commitments $ 13.3 $ 14.0
Nonredeemable Investments with known liquidation periods    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Alternative Investment [1] $ 19.7 $ 32.4
Liquidation weighted-average period 2 years 2 months 12 days 1 year 10 months 24 days
Nonredeemable Investments With Unknown Liquidation Periods    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Alternative Investment [1] $ 15.2 $ 16.1
Redeemable Investments [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Alternative Investment [2] $ 64.0 $ 60.3
[1] The investments are expected to be returned through distributions over the life of the funds as a result of liquidations of the funds’ underlying assets. Investments with known liquidation periods have an expected weighted-average life of 2.2 years and 1.9 years at September 30, 2025 and 2024.
[2] Investments are redeemable on a semi-monthly, monthly and quarterly basis.
v3.25.3
Fair Value Measurements - Financial Instruments not Measured at Fair Value (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Financial Assets [Abstract]    
Other investments $ 300.6 $ 280.7
Debt 2,362.0 2,780.3
Carrying Value [Member]    
Financial Assets [Abstract]    
Cash and cash equivalents 3,088.1 3,309.5
Time deposits 9.2 9.8
Debt 2,362.0 2,780.3
Estimated Fair Value [Member] | Level 1 [Member]    
Financial Assets [Abstract]    
Cash and cash equivalents 3,088.1 3,309.5
Estimated Fair Value [Member] | Level 2 [Member]    
Financial Assets [Abstract]    
Time deposits 9.2 9.8
Debt 1,970.9 2,387.0
Equity securities [Member] | Carrying Value [Member]    
Financial Assets [Abstract]    
Other investments 291.4 270.9
Equity securities [Member] | Estimated Fair Value [Member] | Level 3 [Member]    
Financial Assets [Abstract]    
Other investments $ 291.4 $ 270.9
v3.25.3
Property and Equipment - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net [Abstract]      
Depreciation and amortization $ 141.4 $ 129.9 $ 108.2
v3.25.3
Property and Equipment - Summary of Property and Equipment (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, by Type [Abstract]    
Total cost $ 1,893.9 $ 1,908.1
Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization (944.8) (961.7)
Property and Equipment, Net $ 949.1 946.4
Minimum [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life 3 years  
Maximum [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life 35 years  
Buildings and leasehold improvements [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, by Type [Abstract]    
Total cost $ 1,096.4 1,064.3
Buildings and leasehold improvements [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life 5 years  
Buildings and leasehold improvements [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life 35 years  
Software [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, by Type [Abstract]    
Total cost $ 419.9 426.6
Software [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life 3 years  
Software [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life 10 years  
Equipment and Furniture [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, by Type [Abstract]    
Total cost $ 297.6 337.9
Equipment and Furniture [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life 3 years  
Equipment and Furniture [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life 10 years  
Land [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net, by Type [Abstract]    
Total cost $ 80.0 $ 79.3
v3.25.3
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]      
Definite-lived Intangible Assets, Weighted Average Useful Life 8 years 7 months 6 days    
Impairment of intangible asset $ 226.6 $ 389.2 $ 0.0
Finite-Lived Intangible assets, Reclass from Indefinite-lived 223.9    
Indefinite-lived intangible assets 3,400.3 3,851.5  
Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Impairment of intangible asset 226.6 389.2 $ 0.0
Indefinite-lived intangible assets 3,400.3 $ 3,851.5  
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Finite-Lived Intangible assets, Reclass from Indefinite-lived 223.9    
WAM      
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]      
Impairment of intangible asset 200.0    
Finite-Lived Intangible assets, Reclass from Indefinite-lived 125.0    
Indefinite-lived intangible assets 450.0    
Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Impairment of intangible asset 200.0    
Indefinite-lived intangible assets 450.0    
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Finite-Lived Intangible assets, Reclass from Indefinite-lived 125.0    
BGIM & MC      
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]      
Impairment of intangible asset 24.4    
Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Impairment of intangible asset $ 24.4    
v3.25.3
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets - Schedule of Goodwill and Intangible Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]      
Goodwill $ 6,206.0 $ 6,211.4 $ 6,003.8
Indefinite-lived intangible assets 3,400.3 3,851.5  
Definite-lived intangible assets, net 765.7 950.6  
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets, Net $ 10,372.0 $ 11,013.5  
v3.25.3
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets - Schedule of Changes in Carrying Value of Goodwill (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]    
Balance at beginning of year $ 6,211.4 $ 6,003.8
Acquisitions 0.0 189.8
Purchase price allocation adjustment 0.0 4.7
Foreign exchange revaluation (5.4) 13.1
Balance at End of Year $ 6,206.0 $ 6,211.4
v3.25.3
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets - Schedule of Definite-Lived Intangible Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]    
Gross Carrying Value $ 1,541.5 $ 2,141.0
Accumulated Amortization (775.8) (1,190.4)
Total 765.7 950.6
Management contracts [Member]    
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]    
Gross Carrying Value 1,255.3 1,758.8
Accumulated Amortization (709.3) (1,061.8)
Total 546.0 697.0
Trade Names [Member]    
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]    
Gross Carrying Value 286.2 367.8
Accumulated Amortization (66.5) (115.9)
Total 219.7 251.9
Developed software [Member]    
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]    
Gross Carrying Value 0.0 14.4
Accumulated Amortization 0.0 (12.7)
Total $ 0.0 $ 1.7
v3.25.3
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets - Schedule of Estimated Remaining Amortization Expense (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net, Amortization Expense, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]    
2026 $ 189.4  
2027 136.8  
2028 85.5  
2029 42.1  
2030 41.5  
Thereafter 270.4  
Total $ 765.7 $ 950.6
v3.25.3
Debt - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 05, 2025
Apr. 30, 2025
Mar. 31, 2025
Franklin Resources, Inc. [Member]        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Unsecure debt $ 1,200,000,000      
Legg Mason [Member]        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Unsecure debt 1,000,000,000      
Notes Due August 2051 [Member] | Franklin Resources, Inc. [Member]        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Debt Face Amount $ 350,000,000      
Stated Interest Rate 2.95%      
Notes Due October 2030 [Member] | Franklin Resources, Inc. [Member]        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Debt Face Amount $ 850,000,000      
Stated Interest Rate 1.60%      
Commercial Paper [Member]        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Line of credit Facility, maximum Borrowing capacity $ 500,000,000      
Notes Due July 2024 [Member] | Legg Mason [Member]        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Debt Face Amount       $ 400,000,000
Stated Interest Rate       2.85%
Interest Payable       $ 5,700,000
Revolving Credit Facility        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Line of credit Facility, maximum Borrowing capacity     $ 1,100,000,000  
Interest Payable   $ 5,500,000    
Long-Term Line of Credit     $ 300,000,000  
v3.25.3
Debt - Outstanding Debt (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Mar. 31, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Total $ 2,362.0   $ 2,780.3
Debt issuance costs (7.5)   (8.6)
Franklin Resources, Inc. [Member]      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Senior notes 1,196.0   1,595.5
Legg Mason [Member]      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Total 1,173.5   1,193.4
Notes Due March 2025 [Member] | Franklin Resources, Inc. [Member]      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Senior notes 0.0   $ 400.0
Effective Interest Rate     2.97%
Debt Face Amount $ 400.0    
Stated Interest Rate 2.85%    
Notes Due October 2030 [Member] | Franklin Resources, Inc. [Member]      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Senior notes $ 847.9   $ 847.5
Effective Interest Rate 1.74%   1.74%
Debt Face Amount $ 850.0    
Stated Interest Rate 1.60%    
Notes Due August 2051 [Member] | Franklin Resources, Inc. [Member]      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Senior notes $ 348.1   $ 348.0
Effective Interest Rate 3.00%   3.00%
Debt Face Amount $ 350.0    
Stated Interest Rate 2.95%    
Notes Due July 2024 [Member] | Legg Mason [Member]      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Debt Face Amount   $ 400.0  
Stated Interest Rate   2.85%  
Notes Due March 2026 [Member] | Legg Mason [Member]      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Senior notes $ 456.1   $ 469.5
Effective Interest Rate 1.80%   1.80%
Debt Face Amount $ 450.0    
Stated Interest Rate 4.75%    
Notes Due January 2044 [Member] | Legg Mason [Member]      
Debt Instrument [Line Items]      
Senior notes $ 717.4   $ 723.9
Effective Interest Rate 3.38%   3.38%
Debt Face Amount $ 550.0    
Stated Interest Rate 5.625%    
v3.25.3
Consolidated Investment Products - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Debt, unpaid principal balance $ 2,362.0 $ 2,780.3
CIPs [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Unfunded commitments Company contractually obligated to fund 5.3 9.9
Debt, unpaid principal balance 9,937.3 9,341.5
Collateralized Loan Obligations [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Net gains/losses related to its own economic interests 48.6 59.7
Debt Face Amount 9,958.6 9,282.8
Collateralized Loan Obligations [Member] | CIPs [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Debt, unpaid principal balance $ 9,937.3 $ 9,341.5
Effective Interest Rate 6.00% 7.36%
Collateralized Loan Obligations [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Stated Interest Rate 2.39% 2.39%
Collateralized Loan Obligations [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Stated Interest Rate 12.26% 13.73%
v3.25.3
Consolidated Investment Products - Schedule of Balances of CIPs (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2022
Assets [Abstract]        
Receivables $ 1,541.7 $ 1,479.1    
Investments, at fair value 1,179.5 838.0    
Total Assets 32,368.3 32,464.5    
Liabilities [Abstract]        
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 615.4 551.5    
Debt 2,362.0 2,780.3    
Other liabilities 971.8 907.4    
Total liabilities 18,179.5 17,899.7    
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests 1,182.0 1,321.8    
Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]        
Franklin Resources, Inc.’s interests 12,077.8 12,508.1    
Nonredeemable noncontrolling interests 929.0 734.9    
Total stockholders’ equity 13,006.8 13,243.0 $ 12,547.8 $ 12,298.9
Total Liabilities, Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests and Stockholders’ Equity 32,368.3 32,464.5    
CIPs [Member]        
Assets [Abstract]        
Cash and cash equivalents 485.8 1,099.4    
Receivables 313.1 217.5    
Investments, at fair value 12,278.8 11,034.9    
Total Assets 13,077.7 12,351.8    
Liabilities [Abstract]        
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 1,063.0 861.3    
Debt 9,937.3 9,341.5    
Other liabilities 17.5 39.9    
Total liabilities 11,017.8 10,242.7    
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests 289.6 687.8 $ 580.1 $ 942.2
Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]        
Franklin Resources, Inc.’s interests 1,220.6 1,080.9    
Nonredeemable noncontrolling interests 549.7 340.4    
Total stockholders’ equity 1,770.3 1,421.3    
Total Liabilities, Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests and Stockholders’ Equity $ 13,077.7 $ 12,351.8    
v3.25.3
Consolidated Investment Products - Schedule of Balances of Assets and Liabilities of CIPs Measured at Fair Value (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value $ 1,179.5 $ 838.0
CIPs [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 12,278.8 11,034.9
Fair Value, Recurring [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value 1,150.5 838.0
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value 729.7 552.9
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value 317.9 168.5
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value 4.0 7.8
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | NAV as a Practical Expedient [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value 98.9 108.8
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value 12,863.9 11,948.8
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 1 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value 865.3 994.0
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 2 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value 11,198.6 10,217.1
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value 610.9 550.6
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | NAV as a Practical Expedient [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Total Assets Measured at Fair Value 189.1 187.1
Equity and debt securities [Member] | Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 1,914.8 1,856.3
Equity and debt securities [Member] | Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 1 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 393.2 229.7
Equity and debt securities [Member] | Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 2 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 731.5 889.4
Equity and debt securities [Member] | Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 601.0 550.1
Equity and debt securities [Member] | Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | NAV as a Practical Expedient [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 189.1 187.1
Loans [Member] | Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 10,364.0 9,178.6
Loans [Member] | Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 1 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 0.0 0.0
Loans [Member] | Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 2 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 10,354.1 9,178.1
Loans [Member] | Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 9.9 0.5
Loans [Member] | Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | NAV as a Practical Expedient [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 0.0 0.0
Collateralized Loan Obligations [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Investments, at fair value 10,597.7 9,352.1
Collateralized Loan Obligations [Member] | Fair Value, Recurring [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Cash and cash equivalents of CLOs 472.1 764.3
Receivables of CLOs 113.0 149.6
Collateralized Loan Obligations [Member] | Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Level 1 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Cash and cash equivalents of CLOs 472.1 764.3
Receivables of CLOs 0.0 0.0
Collateralized Loan Obligations [Member] | Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Level 2 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Cash and cash equivalents of CLOs 0.0 0.0
Receivables of CLOs 113.0 149.6
Collateralized Loan Obligations [Member] | Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Level 3 [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Cash and cash equivalents of CLOs 0.0 0.0
Receivables of CLOs 0.0 0.0
Collateralized Loan Obligations [Member] | Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | NAV as a Practical Expedient [Member]    
Assets [Abstract]    
Cash and cash equivalents of CLOs 0.0 0.0
Receivables of CLOs $ 0.0 $ 0.0
v3.25.3
Consolidated Investment Products - Schedule of Investments measured at NAV (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Unfunded commitments $ 13.3 $ 14.0
Redeemable Investments [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Alternative Investment [1] 64.0 60.3
Nonredeemable Investments With Unknown Liquidation Periods    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Alternative Investment [2] 15.2 16.1
Consolidated Investment Products [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Unfunded commitments 14.0 42.8
Consolidated Investment Products [Member] | Redeemable Investments [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Alternative Investment [3] 74.4 138.1
Consolidated Investment Products [Member] | Nonredeemable Investments With Unknown Liquidation Periods    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Alternative Investment $ 114.7 $ 49.0
[1] Investments are redeemable on a semi-monthly, monthly and quarterly basis.
[2] The investments are expected to be returned through distributions over the life of the funds as a result of liquidations of the funds’ underlying assets. Investments with known liquidation periods have an expected weighted-average life of 2.2 years and 1.9 years at September 30, 2025 and 2024.
[3] Investments are redeemable on a monthly basis and liquidation periods are unknown.
3Of the total unfunded commitments, the Company was contractually obligated to fund $5.3 million and $9.9 million based on its ownership percentage in the CIPs, at September 30, 2025 and 2024.
v3.25.3
Consolidated Investment Products - Schedule of Changes in Level 3 Assets of CIPs (Details) - CIPs [Member] - Level 3 [Member] - Equity and debt securities [Member] - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Balance at beginning of year - assets $ 550.1 $ 584.9
Realized and unrealized gains (losses) included in investment and other income of consolidated investment products, net 50.5 (80.4)
Purchases 60.9 57.2
Sales (33.6) (29.8)
Net consolidations (deconsolidations) 12.2 (12.5)
Transfers into Level 3 - assets 0.2 1.1
Transfers out of level 3 - assets (39.3) 0.0
Balance at End of Year - assets 601.0 550.1
Change in unrealized gains (losses) included in net income relating to assets held at end of year 23.0 (50.9)
Acquisition $ 0.0 $ 29.6
v3.25.3
Consolidated Investment Products - Schedule of Valuation Techniques and Significant Unobservable Inputs used in Level 3 Fair Value Measurements (Details)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
USD ($)
$ / shares
Sep. 30, 2024
USD ($)
$ / shares
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, at fair value $ 1,179.5 $ 838.0
CIPs [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, at fair value 12,278.8 11,034.9
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, at fair value 1,914.8 1,856.3
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, at fair value 601.0 550.1
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Market pricing [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, at fair value $ 302.0 $ 214.5
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Market pricing [Member] | Private sale pricing [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input | $ / shares 0.27 0.01
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Market pricing [Member] | Private sale pricing [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input | $ / shares 2,120 1,000
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Market pricing [Member] | Private sale pricing [Member] | Weighted Average [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input | $ / shares [1] 176.53 73.04
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Market pricing [Member] | Discount for lack of marketability [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 0.050 0.098
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Market pricing [Member] | Discount for lack of marketability [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 0.750 0.175
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Market pricing [Member] | Discount for lack of marketability [Member] | Weighted Average [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 0.239 0.115
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Market comparable companies [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, at fair value $ 225.9 $ 291.6
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Market comparable companies [Member] | Discount for lack of marketability [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 0.060 0.001
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Market comparable companies [Member] | Discount for lack of marketability [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 0.110 0.104
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Market comparable companies [Member] | Discount for lack of marketability [Member] | Weighted Average [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 0.085 0.081
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Market comparable companies [Member] | Revenue multiple [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 1.4 1.2
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Market comparable companies [Member] | Revenue multiple [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 21.0 22.8
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Market comparable companies [Member] | Revenue multiple [Member] | Weighted Average [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 9.5 10.9
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Valuation, Income Approach [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, at fair value $ 54.4 $ 44.0
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Valuation, Income Approach [Member] | Discount rate [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 0.065  
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Valuation, Income Approach [Member] | Discount rate [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 0.130  
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Valuation, Income Approach [Member] | Discount rate [Member] | Weighted Average [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 0.068 0.068
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Valuation Technique, Option Pricing Model    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, at fair value $ 18.7  
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Valuation Technique, Option Pricing Model | Discount for lack of marketability [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 0.091  
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Valuation Technique, Option Pricing Model | Discount for lack of marketability [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 0.135  
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Valuation Technique, Option Pricing Model | Discount for lack of marketability [Member] | Weighted Average [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 0.094  
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Valuation Technique, Option Pricing Model | Measurement Input, Option Volatility | Minimum [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 0.340  
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Valuation Technique, Option Pricing Model | Measurement Input, Option Volatility | Maximum [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 0.609  
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 3 [Member] | Equity and debt securities [Member] | Valuation Technique, Option Pricing Model | Measurement Input, Option Volatility | Weighted Average [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Investments, measurement input 0.382  
[1] Based on the relative fair value of the instruments.
v3.25.3
Consolidated Investment Products - Schedule of Financial Instruments of CIPs not Measured at Fair Value (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Financial Liability [Abstract]    
Debt $ 2,362.0 $ 2,780.3
CIPs [Member]    
Financial Assets [Abstract]    
Cash and cash equivalents 485.8 1,099.4
Financial Liability [Abstract]    
Debt 9,937.3 9,341.5
Carrying Value [Member]    
Financial Assets [Abstract]    
Cash and cash equivalents 3,088.1 3,309.5
Financial Liability [Abstract]    
Debt 2,362.0 2,780.3
Carrying Value [Member] | CIPs [Member]    
Financial Assets [Abstract]    
Cash and cash equivalents 13.7 335.1
Estimated Fair Value [Member] | Level 1 [Member]    
Financial Assets [Abstract]    
Cash and cash equivalents 3,088.1 3,309.5
Estimated Fair Value [Member] | Level 2 [Member]    
Financial Liability [Abstract]    
Debt 1,970.9 2,387.0
Estimated Fair Value [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 1 [Member]    
Financial Assets [Abstract]    
Cash and cash equivalents 13.7 335.1
Collateralized Loan Obligations [Member] | CIPs [Member]    
Financial Liability [Abstract]    
Debt 9,937.3 9,341.5
Collateralized Loan Obligations [Member] | Carrying Value [Member] | CIPs [Member]    
Financial Liability [Abstract]    
Debt 9,937.3 9,341.5
Collateralized Loan Obligations [Member] | Estimated Fair Value [Member] | CIPs [Member] | Level 2 [Member]    
Financial Liability [Abstract]    
Debt $ 9,786.0 [1] $ 9,167.3
[1] Substantially all was Level 2.
v3.25.3
Consolidated Investment Products - Schedule of Contractual Maturities for Debt of CIPs (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Total $ 2,362.0 $ 2,780.3
CIPs [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
2023 476.1  
2024 83.8  
2025 0.0  
2026 0.0  
2027 0.0  
Thereafter 9,377.4  
Total $ 9,937.3  
v3.25.3
Consolidated Investment Products - Schedule of Unpaid Principal Balance and Fair Value of Investments and Debt of CLOs (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Unpaid principal balance $ 2,374.0 $ 2,338.4
Investments, at fair value 1,179.5 838.0
Collateralized Loan Obligations [Member]    
Schedule Of Consolidated Investment Products [Line Items]    
Unpaid principal balance 10,641.0 9,371.9
Difference between unpaid principal balance and fair value (43.3) (19.8)
Investments, at fair value $ 10,597.7 $ 9,352.1
v3.25.3
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items]      
Temporary Equity, Carrying Amount, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests, Beginning Balance $ 1,321.8    
Acquisition   $ 965.9  
Net income (loss) (52.7) 127.9 $ 135.5
Net subscriptions (distributions) and other 99.4 108.7 159.8
Net deconsolidations 18.0 (45.7) (360.6)
Adjustment to fair value (248.1) (251.7) 109.4
Balance at September 30, 2025 1,182.0 1,321.8  
Minority Interests [Member]      
Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items]      
Temporary Equity, Carrying Amount, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests, Beginning Balance 634.0 446.0 583.6
Acquisition   0.0  
Net income (loss) 42.2 47.7 58.1
Net subscriptions (distributions) and other (31.9) (111.4) (86.3)
Net deconsolidations 0.0 0.0 0.0
Adjustment to fair value 248.1 251.7 (109.4)
Balance at September 30, 2025 892.4 634.0 446.0
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest [Member]      
Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items]      
Temporary Equity, Carrying Amount, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests, Beginning Balance 1,321.8 1,026.1 1,525.8
Acquisition   (20.2)  
Net income (loss) (52.7) 127.9 135.5
Net subscriptions (distributions) and other 285.6 102.0 519.2
Net deconsolidations (620.8) (206.1) (1,045.0)
Adjustment to fair value 248.1 251.7 (109.4)
Balance at September 30, 2025 1,182.0 1,321.8 1,026.1
Consolidated Investment Products [Member]      
Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items]      
Temporary Equity, Carrying Amount, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests, Beginning Balance 687.8 580.1 942.2
Acquisition   20.2  
Net income (loss) (94.9) 80.2 77.4
Net subscriptions (distributions) and other 317.5 213.4 605.5
Net deconsolidations (620.8) (206.1) (1,045.0)
Adjustment to fair value 0.0 0.0 0.0
Balance at September 30, 2025 $ 289.6 $ 687.8 $ 580.1
v3.25.3
Nonconsolidated Variable Interest Entities (Details) - Variable Interest Entity, Not Primary Beneficiary - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Variable Interest Entity [Line Items]    
Maximum exposure to loss $ 1,499.6 $ 1,300.4
Investments [Member]    
Variable Interest Entity [Line Items]    
Maximum exposure to loss 1,274.5 1,074.4
Receivables [Member]    
Variable Interest Entity [Line Items]    
Maximum exposure to loss $ 225.1 $ 226.0
v3.25.3
Taxes on Income - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Income Tax Examination [Line Items]      
Net operating loss and state credit carry-forwards $ 328.3 $ 325.8  
Unrecognized Tax Benefits that Would Impact Effective Tax Rate 111.2 132.8 $ 132.2
Foreign tax credit carry-forwards 70.4 81.6  
Increase (decrease) in valuation allowance 6.6    
Unrecognized Tax Benefits that Would Impact Effective Tax Rate 111.2 132.8 $ 132.2
Accrued interest on uncertain tax positions 25.8 23.7  
Accrued penalties on uncertain tax positions 1.7 $ 1.6  
Estimated decrease in unrecognized tax benefits within the next twelve months 12.0    
Transition Tax, Liability, to be Paid, Year One 231.6    
Domestic Tax Jurisdiction [Member]      
Income Tax Examination [Line Items]      
Net operating loss and state credit carry-forwards 9.5    
Foreign Tax Jurisdiction [Member]      
Income Tax Examination [Line Items]      
Net operating loss and state credit carry-forwards 121.4    
State [Member]      
Income Tax Examination [Line Items]      
Net operating loss and state credit carry-forwards $ 118.3    
v3.25.3
Taxes on Income - Narrative - Valuation Allowance (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Valuation Allowance [Line Items]    
Valuation allowance $ 297.1 $ 290.5
Capital loss [Member]    
Valuation Allowance [Line Items]    
Valuation allowance 45.0  
Domestic, State and Foreign Jurisdiction [Member] | Operating loss carryforward [Member]    
Valuation Allowance [Line Items]    
Valuation allowance 172.3  
Foreign Tax Jurisdiction [Member] | Tax credit carryforward [Member]    
Valuation Allowance [Line Items]    
Valuation allowance 52.3  
Domestic Tax Jurisdiction [Member] | Other tax carryforward [Member]    
Valuation Allowance [Line Items]    
Valuation allowance $ 27.5  
v3.25.3
Taxes on Income - Schedule of Taxes on Income (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Current expense [Abstract]      
Federal $ 140.6 $ 212.0 $ 148.1
State 51.5 54.0 55.6
Non-U.S. 93.0 73.9 67.1
Deferred (benefit) expense (47.2) (124.6) 41.5
Total $ 237.9 $ 215.3 $ 312.3
v3.25.3
Taxes on Income - Schedule of Income Before Taxes (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]      
U.S. $ 538.2 $ 286.3 $ 819.2
Non-U.S. and other1 248.6 536.9 518.8
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes, Noncontrolling Interest $ 786.8 $ 823.2 $ 1,338.0
v3.25.3
Taxes on Income - Components of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Deferred Tax Assets [Abstract]    
Capitalized mixed service costs $ 127.5 $ 162.6
Net operating loss and state credit carry-forwards 328.3 325.8
Deferred compensation and benefits 209.3 210.5
Foreign tax credit carry-forwards 70.4 81.6
Debt premium 43.7 48.6
Other 118.9 116.1
Total deferred tax assets 1,097.2 1,131.6
Valuation allowance (297.1) (290.5)
Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance 800.1 841.1
Deferred Tax Liabilities [Abstract]    
Goodwill and other purchased intangibles 697.7 800.8
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Right-of-Use Asset 151.0 160.3
Other 129.7 88.8
Total deferred tax liabilities 978.4 1,049.9
Net Deferred Tax Liability 178.3 208.8
Deferred Tax Assets, Lease Liability $ 199.1 $ 186.4
v3.25.3
Taxes on Income - Components of Net Deferred Tax Liability as Classified in the Consolidated Balance Sheets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]    
Other assets $ 83.3 $ 76.1
Deferred tax liabilities 261.6 284.9
Net Deferred Tax Liability $ 178.3 $ 208.8
v3.25.3
Taxes on Income - Reconciliation of the Amount of Tax Expense at the Federal Statutory Rate and Taxes on Income (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]      
Federal taxes at statutory rate $ 165.2 $ 172.9 $ 281.0
Federal statutory rate 21.00% 21.00% 21.00%
State taxes, net of federal tax effect $ 25.5 $ 42.8 $ 71.3
State taxes, net of federal tax effect rate 3.20% 5.20% 5.30%
Tax reserve release on audit settlement, net of valuation allowance $ (4.8) $ 0.5 $ (11.4)
Tax reserve release on audit settlement, net of valuation allowance rate (0.60%) 0.10% (0.90%)
Effect of net income attributable to noncontrolling interests $ (5.0) $ (29.7) $ (22.0)
Effect of net income attributable to noncontrolling interest rate (0.60%) (3.60%) (1.60%)
Effect of non-U.S. operations $ 44.5 $ 4.0 $ (14.7)
Effect of non-U.S. operation rate 5.70% 0.50% (1.10%)
Capital loss on investment, net of valuation allowance $ 7.5 $ 7.4 $ (8.8)
Capital loss on investment, net of valuation allowance rate 1.00% 0.90% (0.70%)
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Foreign tax credit valuation allowance release $ (12.6) $ 5.1 $ 7.2
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Foreign tax credit valuation allowance release Percent (1.60%) 0.60% 0.50%
Other $ 17.6 $ 12.3 $ 9.7
Other rate 2.20% 1.50% 0.80%
Tax Provision $ 237.9 $ 215.3 $ 312.3
Effective Tax Rate 30.20% 26.20% 23.30%
v3.25.3
Taxes on Income - Reconciliation of Gross Unrecognized Tax Benefits (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Unrecognized Tax Benefits [Roll Forward]      
Balance at beginning of year $ 133.5 $ 138.8 $ 168.7
Additions for tax positions of prior years 2.5 1.2 6.1
Reductions for tax positions of prior years (1.2) (4.9) (14.9)
Tax positions related to the current year 11.1 12.1 13.3
Settlements with taxing authorities (17.5) (6.6) (19.9)
Expirations of statute of limitations (16.5) (7.1) (14.5)
Balance at End of Year $ 111.9 $ 133.5 $ 138.8
v3.25.3
Leases - Lease Expenses (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Lease, Cost [Abstract]      
Operating lease cost $ 137.3 $ 188.3 $ 124.1
Variable lease cost 11.2 10.3 5.8
Finance lease cost 1.0 0.8 0.6
Sublease income (4.3) (13.1) (25.0)
Total lease expense $ 145.2 $ 186.3 $ 105.5
v3.25.3
Leases - Cash Flow Supplemental Disclosure (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Supplemental Cash Flow Information [Abstract]      
Operating cash flows from operating leases included in the measurement of operating lease liabilities $ 45.1 $ 109.6 $ 125.6
Right-of-Use Asset Obtained in Exchange for Operating Lease Liability $ 31.2 $ 448.9 $ 45.4
v3.25.3
Leases - Quantitative Disclosure Of Operating Leases (Details)
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Leases [Abstract]    
Weighted-average remaining lease term 11 years 1 month 6 days 11 years 4 months 24 days
Weighted-average discount rate 5.20% 5.00%
v3.25.3
Leases - Operating Lease Liability Maturities (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Leases [Abstract]    
2026 $ 143.1  
2027 137.0  
2028 125.3  
2029 117.6  
2030 108.7  
Thereafter 723.7  
Total lease payments 1,355.4  
Less: interest (354.8)  
Operating lease liabilities $ 1,000.6 $ 965.1
v3.25.3
Leases - Lessor Operating Lease Payments (Details)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
USD ($)
Subleases [Member]  
Lessor, Lease, Description [Line Items]  
2026 $ 6.6
2027 10.5
2028 10.3
2029 10.2
2030 10.3
Thereafter 15.6
Total Leases 63.5
Leases [Member]  
Lessor, Lease, Description [Line Items]  
2026 50.5
2027 44.1
2028 31.0
2029 31.4
2030 30.0
Thereafter 35.8
Total Leases $ 222.8
v3.25.3
Commitments and Contingencies - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Apr. 24, 2020
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]    
Assets under Management   $ 3,400.0
Distribution To Unitholders, India Fixed Income Mutual Funds $ 3,300.0  
Interest Accrued On Disgorgement Of Revenue 12.00%  
Committed capital contributions $ 520.8  
Aggregate Monetary Penalties 2.4  
Disgorgement Of Revenue 61.7  
Escrow Deposit $ 34.7  
v3.25.3
Stock-Based Compensation - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Unrecognized compensation expense related to nonvested stock and stock unit awards $ 176.2    
Remaining weighted-average vesting period 1 year 7 months 6 days    
Weighted-average grant-date fair values of stock awards and stock unit awards granted $ 20.97 $ 25.60 $ 22.74
Fair value of stock awards and stock unit awards vested $ 234.3 $ 180.4 $ 210.4
Total shares issued under ESIP 1.4    
Shares reserved for future issuance under ESIP 0.3    
Universal Stock Incentive Plan [Member]      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Number of shares authorized for issuance under the stock plan 165.0    
Number of shares available for grant under stock plan 17.6    
Number of Additional Shares Authorized 25.0    
Equity Incentive Plan [Member]      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Number of shares authorized for issuance under the stock plan 23.0    
Number of shares available for grant under stock plan 16.9    
v3.25.3
Stock-Based Compensation - Summary of Stock-Based Compensation Expenses (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Share-based Payment Arrangement, Expensed and Capitalized, Amount [Line Items]      
Stock-based compensation expenses $ 226.6 $ 259.9 $ 215.8
Employee stock investment plan [Member]      
Share-based Payment Arrangement, Expensed and Capitalized, Amount [Line Items]      
Stock-based compensation expenses 6.9 5.8 7.9
Phantom Share Units (PSUs)      
Share-based Payment Arrangement, Expensed and Capitalized, Amount [Line Items]      
Stock-based compensation expenses 11.8 13.8 33.2
Stock and stock unit awards [Member]      
Share-based Payment Arrangement, Expensed and Capitalized, Amount [Line Items]      
Stock-based compensation expenses $ 207.9 $ 240.3 $ 174.7
v3.25.3
Stock-Based Compensation - Summary of Stock and Stock Unit Award Activity (Details) - $ / shares
shares in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number of Shares [Roll Forward]      
Nonvested balance at beginning of year 19,908    
Granted 8,722    
Vested (9,657)    
Forfeited/canceled (3,661)    
Nonvested Balance at End of Year 15,312 19,908  
Nonvested beginning balance, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value $ 24.03    
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value of shares granted 20.97 $ 25.60 $ 22.74
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value of shares vested 23.74    
Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value of shares forfeited/canceled 22.60    
Nonvested ending balance, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value $ 22.81 $ 24.03  
Time-Based Shares [Member]      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number of Shares [Roll Forward]      
Nonvested balance at beginning of year 16,594    
Granted 8,553    
Vested (9,491)    
Forfeited/canceled (697)    
Nonvested Balance at End of Year 14,959 16,594  
Performance-Based Shares [Member]      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number of Shares [Roll Forward]      
Nonvested balance at beginning of year 3,314    
Granted 169    
Vested (166)    
Forfeited/canceled (2,964)    
Nonvested Balance at End of Year 353 3,314  
v3.25.3
Defined Contribution Plans - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]      
Participants annual maximum contribution to defined contribution plan, pre-tax 50.00%    
Percentage of annual bonus eligible for defined contribution to plan 100.00%    
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]      
Expenses recognized for defined contribution plans $ 104.7 $ 102.3 $ 93.0
Other Plan Changes [Member]      
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]      
Plan's employer matching contribution 85.00%    
v3.25.3
Segment and Geographic Information - Narrative (Details)
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
segments
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Number of operating segments 1
v3.25.3
Segment and Geographic Information - Schedule of Operating Revenues, Property and Equipment by Geographic Areas (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]    
Property and Equipment, Net $ 949.1 $ 946.4
United States [Member]    
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]    
Property and Equipment, Net 764.1 758.4
Europe, Middle East and Africa [Member]    
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]    
Property and Equipment, Net 150.6 149.2
Asia-Pacific [Member]    
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]    
Property and Equipment, Net 29.4 33.5
Americas excluding United States [Member]    
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]    
Property and Equipment, Net $ 5.0 $ 5.3
v3.25.3
Investment and Other Income (Losses), Net - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]      
Net gains (losses) recognized on equity securities measured at fair value and trading debt securities $ 5.4 $ 108.1 $ 66.1
v3.25.3
Investment and Other Income (Losses), Net - Schedule of Investment and Other Income (Losses), Net (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Other Income and Expenses [Abstract]      
Dividend and interest income $ 141.4 $ 176.9 $ 159.9
Gains (losses) on investments, net (37.6) 57.6 39.5
Income from investments in equity method investees 78.0 137.5 45.4
Gains (losses) on derivatives, net (7.8) (16.2) (15.1)
Rental income 44.1 43.7 46.3
Foreign currency exchange losses, net (11.6) (19.9) (26.7)
Other, net 6.3 15.9 13.0
Investment and Other Income, Net $ 212.8 $ 395.5 $ 262.3
v3.25.3
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) - Changes in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) by Component (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2025
Sep. 30, 2024
Sep. 30, 2023
Sep. 30, 2022
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]        
Balance at beginning of year $ (419.5) $ (509.3) $ (621.0)  
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications, net of tax (32.5) 89.4 108.1  
Reclassifications to compensation and benefits expense, net of tax 2.0 0.4 (0.7)  
Reclassifications to net investment and other income, net of tax 2.9   4.3  
Total other comprehensive income (loss) (27.6) 89.8 111.7  
Balance at end of year (447.1) (419.5) (509.3)  
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax (430.9) (412.5) (502.3) $ (615.1)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Defined Benefit Plan, after Tax (16.8) (7.5) (7.6) (6.3)
AOCI, Debt Securities, Available-for-Sale, Adjustment, after Tax 0.6 0.5 0.6 $ 0.4
Currency Translation Adjustments [Member]        
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]        
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications, net of tax (21.3) 89.8 108.5  
Reclassifications to compensation and benefits expense, net of tax 0.0 0.0 0.0  
Reclassifications to net investment and other income, net of tax 2.9   4.3  
Total other comprehensive income (loss) (18.4) 89.8 112.8  
Unrealized Losses on Defined Benefit Plans [Member]        
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]        
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications, net of tax (11.3) (0.3) (0.6)  
Reclassifications to compensation and benefits expense, net of tax 2.0 0.4 (0.7)  
Reclassifications to net investment and other income, net of tax 0.0   0.0  
Total other comprehensive income (loss) (9.3) 0.1 (1.3)  
Unrealized Gains on Investments [Member]        
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]        
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications, net of tax 0.1 (0.1) 0.2  
Reclassifications to compensation and benefits expense, net of tax 0.0 0.0 0.0  
Reclassifications to net investment and other income, net of tax 0.0   0.0  
Total other comprehensive income (loss) $ 0.1 $ (0.1) $ 0.2  
v3.25.3
Subsequent Events - Narrative (Details) - Apera Asset Management - Subsequent Event [Member]
$ in Millions
Oct. 01, 2025
USD ($)
Subsequent Event [Line Items]  
Cash consideration $ 65.2
Contingent consideration liabilities $ 125.0