Dividend Growth

Franklin Templeton is launching the Franklin Dividend Growth ETF (FRIZ), targeting long-term capital appreciation through investments in fundamentally sound, U.S.-based companies with dividend growth potential. Managed by the Franklin Equity Group, FRIZ will feature a concentrated portfolio emphasizing companies with resilient business models and sustainable advantages. The ETF expands Franklin Templeton’s active ETF offerings, providing clients with diversified dividend expertise via a tax-efficient structure. As of August 21, 2025, Franklin Templeton manages over $47 billion in ETF assets globally.

KT&G reported strong first-half results with revenue exceeding KRW 3 trillion, marking three consecutive quarters of growth. The global cigarette segment saw significant growth in revenue, profit, and sales volume. Reflecting a commitment to shareholder value, KT&G increased its interim dividend by 200 KRW to 1,400 KRW per share. The company has a history of consistent dividend growth and intends to actively manage shareholder returns through dividends, share repurchases and cancelations, and profit performance.