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Franklin Limited Duration Income Trust is projected to rise to $6.53 by 2027, a +12% move from its current price of $5.81. FTF is currently trading below its 50-day average (a bearish sign). Technical indicators currently lean sell.
A data-driven summary — not financial advice. See the full breakdown below.
Live market data via Yahoo Finance · updated 7/12/2026
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13 | $5.79 | $5.81 | $5.83 | +0.01% |
| Jul 14 | $5.78 | $5.81 | $5.84 | +0.01% |
| Jul 15 | $5.77 | $5.81 | $5.85 | +0.02% |
| Jul 16 | $5.77 | $5.81 | $5.86 | +0.03% |
| Jul 17 | $5.76 | $5.81 | $5.86 | +0.03% |
| Jul 18 | $5.76 | $5.81 | $5.87 | +0.04% |
| Jul 19 | $5.75 | $5.81 | $5.87 | +0.05% |
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $5.75 | $5.81 | $5.87 | +0.05% |
| Week 2 | $5.73 | $5.82 | $5.90 | +0.10% |
| Week 3 | $5.72 | $5.82 | $5.92 | +0.14% |
| Week 4 | $5.70 | $5.82 | $5.94 | +0.19% |
| Week 5 | $5.69 | $5.82 | $5.96 | +0.24% |
| Week 6 | $5.68 | $5.83 | $5.97 | +0.29% |
| Week 7 | $5.67 | $5.83 | $5.99 | +0.34% |
Short-term targets derived from the forecast trend and recent volatility. Highly uncertain — not financial advice.
Franklin Limited Duration Income Trust is a closed-ended fixed income mutual fund launched by Franklin Resources, Inc. The fund is managed by Franklin Advisers, Inc.
It invests in the fixed income markets of the United States, primarily in mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities, floating rate bank loans, and high yield corporate bonds.
The fund employs fundamental analysis with a combination of top-down and bottom-up security selection to create its portfolio. The fund was formed on August 27, 2003 and is domiciled in the United States, and it was formerly known as Franklin Templeton Limited Duration Income Trust.
Franklin Limited Duration Income Trust (FTF) is a fixed income mutual fund with a current price of $5.84 and a market cap of $235.97M. It ranks 3471 in size among peers.
The current price and market position provide context for the asset’s standing in the market. The 30-day forecast shows a path from a near-term level around the current price toward stronger gains over the longer horizon, consistent with a bullish trajectory reflected by higher average prices later in the forecast.
Forecasts indicate near-term stability with a 2026 avg of $5.84 and a 0 ROI, followed by progressively higher averages and ROIs through 2050, ending at a 2050 avg of $34.55 with a 491.6 ROI. This suggests meaningful long-run upside despite a flat early year, subject to the usual investment uncertainties.
A major floor 3.1% below — a decisive break under it would weaken the trend.
Price is testing support right now (1.7% away) — a key level to hold.
Price is pressing into resistance (1.2% away) — a breakout level to watch.
A major ceiling 4.5% above — clearing it would confirm fresh momentum.
Key FTF support and resistance from recent price action — levels where the trend has historically paused or reversed. Percentages are the distance from the current price.
A snapshot of FTF market posture derived from its technical indicators and recent volatility. Higher trend and alignment lean bullish; higher risk means larger swings.
Technical Analysis
Indicators computed on daily closing prices.
| Period | SMA | Action | EMA | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA 5 | $5.81 | Buy | $5.81 | Buy |
| MA 10 | $5.80 | Buy | $5.80 | Buy |
| MA 20 | $5.79 | Buy | $5.80 | Buy |
| MA 50 | $5.84 | Sell | $5.83 | Sell |
| MA 100 | $5.89 | Sell | $5.90 | Sell |
| MA 200 | $6.04 | Sell | $6.02 | Sell |
| Name | Value | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 50.57 | Neutral |
| Stoch RSI (14) | 88.84 | Sell |
| CCI (20) | 50.46 | Neutral |
| Williams %R (14) | -23.08 | Info |
| MACD (12,26,9) | 0.01 | Buy |
| ROC (12) | 0.87 | Buy |
| Bollinger %B (20,2) | 0.64 | Neutral |
| Stochastic %K (14) | 76.92 | Neutral |
| TRIX (15) | -0.04 | Sell |
| Awesome (5,34) | -0.00 | Sell |
| Ultimate (7,14,28) | 58.15 | Neutral |
| Momentum (10) | 0.06 | Buy |
| Aroon Osc (25) | -8.00 | Sell |
| Hull MA (9) | 5.81 | Sell |
| ADX (14) | 9.13 | Neutral |
| ATR (14) | 0.02 | Info |
Sentiment is NEUTRAL with RSI14 at 50.
Technical levels show SMA50 at $5.88 and SMA200 at $6.08, with near-term support at $5.76 and resistance at $5.95. The thirtyDayRange spans from $5.69 to $6.00, outlining a narrow trading band. Annualized volatility is 8.
| Year | Min | Avg | Max | ROI | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5.70 | $5.81 | $7.00 | 0% | Neutral | |
| $5.35 | $6.53 | $8.33 | +12% | Neutral | |
| $5.39 | $6.71 | $8.79 | +15% | Neutral | |
| $5.73 | $7.24 | $9.70 | +25% | Bullish | |
| $6.26 | $8.01 | $10.92 | +38% | Bullish | |
| $7.12 | $9.23 | $12.78 | +59% | Bullish | |
| $8.48 | $11.11 | $15.61 | +91% | Bullish | |
| $8.86 | $11.73 | $16.69 | +102% | Bullish | |
| $8.92 | $11.92 | $17.16 | +105% | Bullish | |
| $9.44 | $12.75 | $18.55 | +119% | Bullish | |
| $14.44 | $20.33 | $31.01 | +250% | Bullish | |
| $22.73 | $34.33 | $56.14 | +491% | Bullish |
Current year — the forecast is anchored to the live price, so ROI shows 0%.
| Month | Min | Avg | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 2026 | $5.70 | $5.81 | $6.86 | +0.00% |
| August 2026 | $4.91 | $5.75 | $6.88 | -0.99% |
| September 2026 | $4.97 | $5.85 | $7.05 | +1.64% |
| October 2026 | $4.98 | $5.88 | $7.14 | +0.64% |
| November 2026 | $4.84 | $5.74 | $7.00 | -2.44% |
| December 2026 | $4.80 | $5.71 | $7.00 | -0.59% |
Click any year to see its month-by-month FTF forecast. Min / Avg / Max are a bear / base / bull scenario; ROI is the projected move from the current price. Change is the month-over-month move in the average. Estimates, not guarantees.
Expect FTF to range from $5.70 to $7.00 through 2026. The $5.81 average target implies a 0% move from current prices. A consolidation phase looks the most probable path here.
The FTF price prediction for 2027 points to an average of $6.53 (low $5.35, high $8.33) — a potential gain of +12% on today's $5.81. Price action looks broadly range-bound.
In 2028, FTF is projected to trade between $5.39 and $8.79, averaging $6.71 — a potential gain of +15% from today's $5.81. That is up +3% on the projected 2027 average. A consolidation phase looks the most probable path here.
Franklin Limited Duration Income Trust's 2029 outlook centres on $7.24, within a $5.73 to $9.70 range. That is up +8% on the projected 2028 average. That marks a +25% change versus current levels. Momentum favours further upside here.
By 2030, FTF could reach as high as $10.92, with a base case around $8.01 and support toward $6.26 — roughly +38% from $5.81. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Expect FTF to range from $7.12 to $12.78 through 2031. The $9.23 average target implies a +59% move from current prices. That is up +15% on the projected 2030 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
The FTF price prediction for 2032 points to an average of $11.11 (low $8.48, high $15.61) — a potential gain of +91% on today's $5.81. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
In 2033, FTF is projected to trade between $8.86 and $16.69, averaging $11.73 — a potential gain of +102% from today's $5.81. That is up +6% on the projected 2032 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
Franklin Limited Duration Income Trust's 2034 outlook centres on $11.92, within a $8.92 to $17.16 range. That is up +2% on the projected 2033 average. That marks a +105% change versus current levels. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
By 2035, FTF could reach as high as $18.55, with a base case around $12.75 and support toward $9.44 — roughly +119% from $5.81. Momentum favours further upside here.
Expect FTF to range from $14.44 to $31.01 through 2040. The $20.33 average target implies a +250% move from current prices. That is up +60% on the projected 2035 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
The FTF price prediction for 2050 points to an average of $34.33 (low $22.73, high $56.14) — a potential gain of +491% on today's $5.81. Momentum favours further upside here.
Investing $1,000 in FTF today (≈ 172.11704 FTF) could be worth
$5,909.15
+$4,909.15 (+491%) by 2050 · US Dollar
Based on the average projected FTF price of $34.33 in 2050.
Based on the base (average) forecast scenario. FX rates are indicative. Estimates only — not financial advice.
See what a past investment in FTFwould be worth at today's price.
$1,000 invested in FTF on Jul 10, 2025 (≈ 154.08321 FTF) would be worth
$895.22
-$104.78 (-10.5%) today · 0.90× · US Dollar
Based on a FTF entry price of $6.49 vs. today's $5.81.
| Invested | Entry price | Value today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week ago | $5.81 | $1,000 | +0.0% |
| 1 month ago | $5.77 | $1,006.93 | +0.7% |
| 3 months ago | $5.92 | $981.42 | -1.9% |
| 6 months ago | $6.19 | $938.61 | -6.1% |
| 1 year ago | $6.49 | $895.22 | -10.5% |
| All time (5.0y) ago | $9.23 | $629.47 | -37.1% |
Past performance from historical market data — it does not predict future results. FX rates are indicative. Not financial advice.
Enter a price to see how it sits against our FTF forecast.
Our base-case forecast reaches $12.00 around 2035.
Implied market cap at $12.00: $484.86M
The multi-year forecast portrays a bullish trajectory after 2026, moving from a 2026 avg of $5.84 (min $5.70, max $6.00) to higher levels in subsequent years. The 2027 avg is $6.59, 2028 avg is $6.67, 2029 avg is $7.31, 2030 avg is $8.05, 2031 avg is $9.21, 2032 avg is $11.25, 2033 avg is $11.63, 2034 avg is $11.71, and 2035 avg is $12.98, with corresponding ROIs of 12.9, 14.2, 25.2, 37.8, 57.8, 92.7, 99.1, 100.6, and 122.2 respectively.
The forecast continues to rise toward the long horizon, with 2040 avg $19.97 and ROI 241.9, and 2050 avg $34.55 and ROI 491.6. These figures illustrate a clear long-term upside path, though they are estimates and not guarantees. Investors should consider that outcomes may vary based on market conditions and other risks.
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Avg price $8.05, min $6.28, max $10.98; ROI 37.8; sentiment BULLISH.
The forecast shows a path of rising averages from 2026 ($5.84) to 2050 ($34.55) with ROIs up to 491.6, indicating bullish potential but these are estimates, not guarantees.
Yes, the forecast max by 2050 is $56.51, with a 2040 max of $30.47; the 2050 horizon shows the potential for values above $50.
Current price $5.84 and market cap $235.97M.
ROI 25.2.
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