Franklin Resources is a global investment management organisation, which operates as Franklin Templeton Investments. The Company manages investment vehicles for individuals, institutions, pension plans, trusts, partnerships and other clients from offices in 28 countries, offering investment products and services under the Franklin, Templeton, Mutual Series, Bissett and Fiduciary Trust brand names in more than 100 countries worldwide. As of 29 February 2004, the company had more than $351bn in assets under management.