Franklin vs. Lazard: Which Stock Has Better Growth Prospects?

Franklin Templeton (BEN) and Lazard (LAZ) are compared as investment options. BEN shows stronger earnings growth outlook with positive estimate revisions, record $1.8 trillion AUM, and strategic expansion into alternatives and digital assets. LAZ recorded strong net inflows of $7.4 billion in H1 2026 but faces downward earnings estimate revisions. BEN trades at a lower valuation (1.3X P/B) compared to LAZ (4.4X P/B), though LAZ offers a higher dividend yield of 5.6% versus BEN's 4.0%. BEN is rated as the better value opportunity.