Templeton Foreign Fund Q1 2025 Commentary

2025-04-30 22:20:00 ET

Summary

• International equities advanced in Q1 2025 despite US economic concerns and trade policy issues, with strong performance in industrials, financials, and energy sectors.
• Alibaba Group was the top stock contributor, benefiting from strong management and growth in e-commerce and cloud businesses, exceeding consensus estimates.
• Stock selection in materials and utilities sectors, and lack of exposure to communication services, detracted from performance; JD Sports Fashion was the top detractor.
• The investment outlook for 2025 is challenging but opportunity-rich, with a focus on thorough fundamental stock research, long-term view, and valuation amid market volatility.

Templeton Foreign Fund as of March 31, 2025 Average annual total returns and fund expenses (%) ...

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