News•Mar 10, 2026
Transcript: Ed Perks, Franklin Income Investors CIO / Franklin Advisers President
Ed Perks, a 40‑year veteran of Franklin Templeton, serves as CIO of Franklin Income Investors and president of its advisory arm. He credits early cross‑asset roles—from equity research to convertible securities—in shaping a disciplined, risk‑focused income philosophy. Perks emphasizes evaluating macro risk components such as equity market risk, credit spreads, and policy shifts to allocate across a broad fixed‑income spectrum. Today he sees diversified, relative‑value opportunities in U.S. Treasuries, agency MBS, investment‑grade and high‑yield bonds, while maintaining a flexible, income‑oriented approach.
