Franklin Global Trust Announces Name Change
Why we think this is neutral
This RNS announcement is a general update on the company's name change from Martin Currie Global Portfolio Trust plc to Franklin Global Trust plc. It does not contain any of the mandatory news types that would require a more detailed analysis.
Key Points
- Company name changed from Martin Currie Global Portfolio Trust plc to Franklin Global Trust plc
- Change of TIDM from MNP to FRGT
- Change effective from 16 April 2025
- Shareholders unaffected, existing share certificates remain valid
Summary
The prominent investment trust has announced a change of name to reflect the Franklin brand.
Franklin Global Trust plc (formerly known as Martin Currie Global Portfolio Trust plc) has announced a change of name following the retirement of the Martin Currie brand by Franklin Templeton. The change of name and tradable instrument display mnemonic (TIDM) from MNP to FRGT will take effect on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange from 16 April 2025. Shareholders are unaffected by the changes, and existing share certificates remain valid.
GENERAL UPDATE