Franklin Total Return Fund Class R FTRRX Strategy

The investment seeks high current income, consistent with preservation of capital; Long term capital appreciation is a secondary goal. The fund normally invests primarily in debt securities, which may be represented by derivative investments that provide exposure to debt securities such as futures, options and swap agreements. It may also invest up to 20% of its total assets in non-investment grade securities, including up to 5% in securities rated lower than B- by S&P or Moody's. It may invest up to 25% of its total assets in foreign securities.