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How Could Franklin Templeton (BEN) Korea Pick Shape Its Asia Pacific Growth?

finance — September 13, 2026, 8:53 PM · Simply Wall Street

How Could Franklin Templeton (BEN) Korea Pick Shape Its Asia Pacific Growth?

Franklin Templeton has appointed Kim In-keun as President and CEO of Franklin Templeton Korea, a move designed to strengthen its presence in the Asia-Pacific region, particularly with large financial institutions. Kim In-keun's extensive experience with institutional and public-sector investors in Korea aligns with Franklin Templeton's strategy to expand into non-U.S. markets and institutional capital. Investors should monitor future announcements of new mandates in Korea or the wider Asia-Pacific region to assess the success of this strategic leadership change.

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3 Super-Regional Banks Still Crushing Dividend Payouts Even After the Rate Whiplash

finance — September 13, 2026, 1:44 PM · 24/7 Wall St.

3 Super-Regional Banks Still Crushing Dividend Payouts Even After the Rate Whiplash

Despite recent financial stress tests on regional banks, a select group of super-regional banks have maintained strong dividend payouts, with some even increasing them. This article highlights three such banks—U.S. Bancorp, PNC Financial Services, and Truist Financial—detailing their financial health, dividend policies, and the factors contributing to their resilience. It emphasizes their robust capital cushions and revenue models that have allowed them to navigate interest rate fluctuations.

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These 2 Utility Dividends Look Much Better When the IRS Gets None of the Income

finance — September 13, 2026, 12:46 PM · 24/7 Wall St.

These 2 Utility Dividends Look Much Better When the IRS Gets None of the Income

Utility dividends from companies like Southern Company (SO) and Consolidated Edison (ED) are significantly more advantageous when held in a Roth IRA due to the elimination of federal taxes on qualified withdrawals. This tax-free compounding of reinvested dividends can lead to substantial gains over a long retirement, especially for investors in higher tax brackets who would otherwise lose a portion of each dividend dollar to the IRS. The article emphasizes that regulated utilities, with their predictable, income-driven returns, are ideally suited for tax-advantaged accounts like Roth IRAs.

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Banco Santander Brasil SA (NYSE:BSBR) Sees Significant Drop in Short Interest

finance — September 13, 2026, 11:00 AM · MarketBeat

Banco Santander Brasil SA (NYSE:BSBR) Sees Significant Drop in Short Interest

Banco Santander Brasil SA (NYSE:BSBR) experienced a significant 60.3% drop in short interest during August, falling to 4.42 million shares. This represents only 0.1% of outstanding shares and a days-to-cover ratio of 1.3 days. Analysts generally hold a "Reduce" rating for BSBR, with an average price target of $6.00, and several firms have recently downgraded the stock.

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