
Deep Fundamental Research
Our team of seasoned research professionals have developed both a macro and fundamental view of BTC and ETH.
We believe that the digital asset opportunity set should be treated with rigorous due diligence, care and thoroughness that draws on traditional asset processes with an eye toward the future of the protocol economy and democratization of finance

Our team of seasoned research professionals have developed both a macro and fundamental view of BTC and ETH.

Determine BTC/ETH weights based on market weights, relative value, and conviction from fundamental and quantitative research.

Consistently monitoring BTC and ETH allocations to ensure the portfolio is positioned to take advantage of relative value opportunities in a risk managed way.
The Franklin Templeton Digital Assets Team is a digitally native product creator that has:
Technical Talent: Expertise in traditional quantitative finance and data engineering with access to talent possessing deep knowledge in AI and machine learning data methods
Digital Asset Management Tools: Built a proprietary system to manage listed token and other digital asset strategies
A Research Network: Industry insight through strategic investments that inform product research and development
Domain Knowledge: Strategic investments in early-stage blockchain-focused companies and operating Franklin Templeton validator nodes on multiple blockchains
TradFi Expertise: 40 years of portfolio management experience in financial markets while working alongside stakeholders including global regulators
| Features | Franklin Templeton Digital Assets Core SMA | Franklin Templeton Digital Assets Core Capped SMA | Franklin Templeton Digital Assets Dynamic BTC/ETH SMA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Access | Direct exposure to a digital asset portfolio | |||
| Holdings | 10-15 digital assets | |||
| Weighting and limits | Active exposure to top two digital assets by market cap | |||
| Market-cap weighted after selection process | ||||
| Market-Cap weighted after selection process, but caps the top two digital assets by market cap at 25% each | ||||
| Structure | Separately managed account | |||
| Ownership | Direct ownership (the client is the sole legal owner of the digital assets) | |||
| Exclusions | Stablecoins and meme coins |
Review performance across multiple time frames and sources of return, including the distributions rate and capital appreciation.
| Franklin Templeton Digital Assets Dynamic BTC/ETH SMA As of 09/30/2025 | 3-mo* | 6-mo* | 1-Yr | Since Inception 03/31/2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross of Fees (USD) | 11.73% | 46.74% | 75.75% | 64.91% |
| Net of Fees (USD) | 10.94% | 44.72% | 70.82% | 60.25% |
Holdings
As of 09/30/2025 % of Total Updated Quarterly
Portfolio characteristics are based on a representative account taken from the Franklin Templeton Digital Assets Dynamic BTC/ETH SMA Composite. A representative portfolio may vary significantly from other similarly managed separate accounts, depending on a variety of factors, such as portfolio size, specific investment guidelines and inception date of the account. Weight based on market cap as of September 30, 2025. Percentage may not total 100% due to rounding. Information is historical and may not reflect current or future portfolio characteristics. All portfolio holdings are subject to change.
The Franklin Templeton Digital Assets Investment Strategies team is led by Tony Pecore, who is supported by 12 investment team members. These investment professionals are dedicated to fundamental and quantitative research, data science, and trading for digital assets.

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Name
Franklin Templeton Digital Assets Dynamic BTC/ETH SMA Factsheet
Franklin Templeton Digital Assets Dynamic BTC/ETH SMA Portfolio Commentary
A digital asset where the value is tied, to that of another currency, commodity or financial instrument.
The topic of understanding the supply, demand and economics characteristics of digital assets.
A digital asset that's inspired by an internet meme or viral image
All investments involve risks, including possible loss of principal. Digital assets are subject to risks relating to immature and rapidly developing technology, security vulnerabilities of this technology, (such as theft, loss, or destruction of cryptographic keys), conflicting intellectual property claims, credit risk of digital asset exchanges, regulatory uncertainty, high volatility in their value/price, unclear acceptance by users and global marketplaces, and manipulation or fraud. Portfolio manager(s), service providers to the portfolios and other market participants increasingly depend on complex information technology and communications systems to conduct business functions. These systems are subject to a number of different threats or risks that could adversely affect the portfolio and their investors, despite the efforts of the portfolio manager(s) and service providers to adopt technologies, processes and practices intended to mitigate these risks and protect the security of their computer systems, software, networks and other technology assets, as well as the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information belonging to the portfolios and their investors. Liquidity risk exists when securities or other investments become more difficult to sell, or are unable to be sold, at the price at which they have been valued. Active management does not ensure gains or protect against market declines. The portfolio is non-diversified and may invest in a relatively small number of issuers, which may negatively impact the performance and result in greater fluctuation in value.
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