Franklin Short Duration U.S. Government ETF Price & Performance (FTSD)

US short-term government bond funds have drawn $18.1 billion in inflows this month, even as broader bond markets saw heavy outflows. Rising Treasury yields and economic uncertainty, including tariff concerns, have driven retail and institutional investors toward safer, liquid assets. Analysts expect this trend to persist until market volatility subsides.12

Franklin Templeton has launched two new ETFs focused on sustainability, targeting at least 10% better ESG ratings and lower carbon intensity compared to standard indices. The funds provide cost-effective exposure to US and global equities, with strict screens excluding controversial sectors, aiming to attract long-term, sustainability-minded investors.34

LPL Financial LLC nearly doubled its position in the Franklin Liberty Short Duration US Government ETF in the last quarter, reflecting growing institutional interest in short-term government debt. Other advisory firms also expanded their stakes, signaling confidence in the ETF’s strategy of focusing on low-duration, high-credit-quality securities.56