Form 4 Filing for Thomas C. Merchant

This filing details transactions made by Thomas C. Merchant, EVP, General Counsel of Franklin Templeton Inc. On October 13, 2026, Merchant acquired 19,244 shares of Common Stock at $31.18 per share, resulting in 102,049 shares held. Additionally, 18,426 shares were acquired at no cost, with 120,475 shares held subsequently. These latter shares are part of restricted stock units granted previously, which are scheduled to vest on December 1, 2026, after performance criteria for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, were met. The filing also notes that 41,131 shares represent unvested restricted stock units, excluding those set to vest on December 1, 2026.