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Franklin FTSE India ETF(FLIN)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for FLIN
09/28/2026: FLIN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
The Franklin FTSE India ETF (FLIN) provides cost-effective, broad-based exposure to the Indian equity market, primarily through a market-cap-weighted index strategy. Its key strengths include a competitive expense ratio and the institutional backing of Franklin Templeton, making it a strong choice for investors looking to gain specific, low-cost access to India's growth narrative. The fund serves as a satellite holding in a diversified portfolio to capture emerging market growth potential. Investors must be mindful of significant risks, including currency volatility, geopolitical factors, and single-country concentration. It is best suited for long-term growth-oriented investors who should monitor Indian macroeconomic policies and currency trends.
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 | Strong fit | The fund offers exposure to one of the world's fastest-growing major economies. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Momentum investors can capitalize on the persistent bullish trend in Indian equities during positive market cycles. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | While Indian stocks can be expensive relative to historical norms, selective exposure may offer value in specific growth sectors. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Weak fit | The fund is primarily focused on capital appreciation rather than consistent dividend income. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Emerging market equities carry higher volatility and geopolitical risks compared to developed market core holdings. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is a long-term growth seeker looking for specific geographic diversification within their emerging markets allocation.
Suitability
Best suited for long-term passive investors who are comfortable with the inherent risks and volatility of emerging markets.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | High | Emerging market assets are prone to sudden and significant price fluctuations. |
| Market risk | High | The fund is fully exposed to the systemic risks of the Indian financial market. |
| Concentration | Medium / high | The portfolio is concentrated in a single country, increasing sensitivity to domestic economic and political events. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | The fund has a competitive expense ratio and maintains tight tracking relative to its benchmark. |
| Liquidity | Medium | While sufficiently liquid, it may face wider spreads during periods of extreme market stress. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | The quality of holdings is tied to the overall growth of the Indian corporate sector. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
High historical volatility consistent with developing market equities.
Market Risk
Subject to Indian domestic economic health, currency fluctuations, and emerging market systemic shocks.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geography | Indian Equities (Large & Mid-Cap) | 99.5 | This provides investors with direct exposure to the high-growth potential of the Indian stock market. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 0.5 | Small cash holdings are maintained for liquidity and to facilitate daily trading activities. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Very Smooth
The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 16.78% | Avg. Invested days 64 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/28/2026 |
ETF Fundamentals 
Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Sep 28, 2026
Fund Basics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Fund Size (AUM) | $2.57B |
| Issuer | Franklin Templeton, Inc |
| Expense Ratio | 0.19% |
| Distribution Yield | 0.42% |
| Inception | Feb 6, 2018 |
Performance
| Period | Total Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | -10.75% |
| 1 Year | -8.07% |
| 3 Year | +3.56% |
| 5 Year | +1.74% |
| 10 Year | +0.00% |
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 1Y Volatility | 17.87% |
| 3Y Volatility | 15.22% |
| 3Y Sharpe Ratio | 0.14 |
Ratings
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Morningstar Rating | ★★★★★ |
Market Cap Distribution
| Cap Size | Weight |
|---|---|
| Large Cap | 50.26% |
| Mega Cap | 38.91% |
| Mid Cap | 9.59% |
Top Sectors
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Financial Services | 27.52% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 12.47% |
| Industrials | 10.54% |
| Basic Materials | 8.99% |
Asset Allocation
Portfolio Characteristics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Portfolio P/E | 21.08x |
| Portfolio P/B | 2.01x |
| Portfolio P/S | 2.4x |
| Holdings Turnover | 6.73% |
Top Holdings
| Holding | Weight |
|---|---|
| HDFC Bank | 5.28% |
| Reliance Industries | 5.21% |
| ICICI Bank | 4.50% |
| Bharti Airtel | 3.55% |
| Infosys | 2.28% |
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