Sonal Desai will succeed Chris Molumphy at the end of the year
Four new Franklin LifeSmart Portfolios launched
Names changes announced for four funds
Higher risk ratings for 16 mutual funds
The new additions will provide investors with the essential building blocks for the fixed-income component of a portfolio
Cost of living, school-aged children, student loans and care of aging parents pose challenges
Special meetings cancelled
Lower fees or risks ratings for three Franklin LibertyShares ETFs
New products include smart beta and actively managed funds and portfolios
Franklin Bissett Canadian Bond Fund invests across the broad Canadian bond universe