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Franklin FTSE Australia ETF(FLAU)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for FLAU
10/07/2026: FLAU (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
The Franklin FTSE Australia ETF (FLAU) provides low-cost, diversified exposure to large- and mid-cap companies within the Australian equity market. Its primary strength lies in its efficient tracking and low expense ratio, making it an excellent tool for those seeking international geographical diversification. While it offers solid income potential, investors should be aware of its heavy concentration in the Financials and Materials sectors and sensitivity to commodity prices. It is best suited for long-term investors looking to complement a core US-centric portfolio with Australian exposure, with close attention paid to commodity trends and currency shifts.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
ETF holdings, costs, diversification, valuation, risks, and market conditions provide supporting context about the fund.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The Australian market is mature and more value-oriented than growth-focused, limiting pure growth potential. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Fits well during periods of positive commodity price momentum or banking sector strength. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | Australia's market composition includes many established, dividend-paying value companies. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Strong fit | Australian equities often provide competitive dividend yields that are attractive for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | International equity exposure introduces currency and geopolitical risks despite the stability of the Australian market. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking targeted international exposure to Australia for diversification or income.
Suitability
Primarily for long-term buy-and-hold investors looking for a cost-effective way to access the Australian market.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Medium / high | Equity markets in Australia are sensitive to global commodity cycles. |
| Market risk | Medium / high | Full exposure to the Australian equity market entails systemic risks inherent to that geography. |
| Concentration | Medium / high | The Australian market is heavily weighted toward Financials and Materials, leading to sector concentration. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | The fund maintains a very low expense ratio and minimal tracking error. |
| Liquidity | Medium | Lower volumes compared to major US indices can impact execution costs for large orders. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | The quality of underlying holdings is high, reflecting major global firms, but is limited by the Australian economic cycle. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
FLAU exhibits moderate-to-high volatility consistent with single-country developed market ETFs.
Market Risk
Risks include geographic concentration in Australia, sector sensitivity to commodities, and foreign currency fluctuations.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geography | Australia Equities | 99.5 | Provides broad-based access to the Australian equity market. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 0.5 | Minimal cash held for operational liquidity and daily tracking adjustments. |
Price Behavior
Steady Uptrend
The stock demonstrates consistent and steady upward price momentum.
Very Smooth
The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit -0.67% | Avg. Invested days 52 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/07/2026 |
ETF Fundamentals 
Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Oct 7, 2026
Fund Basics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Fund Size (AUM) | $212.72M |
| Issuer | Franklin Templeton, Inc |
| Expense Ratio | 0.09% |
| Distribution Yield | 3.13% |
| Inception | Nov 2, 2017 |
Performance
| Period | Total Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | +9.33% |
| 1 Year | +6.98% |
| 3 Year | +14.77% |
| 5 Year | +7.00% |
| 10 Year | +0.00% |
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 1Y Volatility | 18.72% |
| 3Y Volatility | 17.3% |
| 3Y Sharpe Ratio | 0.58 |
Market Cap Distribution
| Cap Size | Weight |
|---|---|
| Mega Cap | 45.80% |
| Large Cap | 35.91% |
| Mid Cap | 15.79% |
| Small Cap | 1.47% |
| Micro Cap | 0.00% |
Top Sectors
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Financial Services | 37.11% |
| Basic Materials | 26.19% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 6.38% |
| Healthcare | 6.28% |
Asset Allocation
Portfolio Characteristics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Portfolio P/E | 18.11x |
| Portfolio P/B | 2.42x |
| Portfolio P/S | 2.61x |
| Holdings Turnover | 5.88% |
Top Holdings
| Holding | Weight |
|---|---|
| BHP Group | 13.51% |
| Commonwealth Bank of Australia | 10.76% |
| National Australia Bank | 5.09% |
| Westpac Banking | 5.00% |
| ANZ Group Holdings | 4.83% |
Upturn AI Summary
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