Franklin Templeton Taps Payward for Tokenized Assets, Launches Porterhouse SMA with Ritholtz
Franklin Templeton partners with crypto firm Payward to develop tokenized asset offerings and institutional digital finance solutions. It also teams with Ritholtz Wealth Management to launch a Porterhouse Equity SMA strategy, expanding its wealth management product suite.
1. Strategic Collaboration to Advance Tokenized Assets
Franklin Templeton has entered a multi-year partnership with Payward to create institutional digital finance solutions, including tokenized asset issuance, custody, and trading infrastructure. The collaboration will leverage Payward’s blockchain technology and Franklin Templeton’s global distribution network to offer tokenized funds and securities to qualified investors.
2. Partnership for Porterhouse Equity SMA Strategy
In collaboration with Ritholtz Wealth Management, Franklin Templeton is launching the Porterhouse Equity separately managed account strategy, targeting high-net-worth clients with a curated equity portfolio. The new SMA will combine Ritholtz’s investment research with Franklin Templeton’s back-office and distribution capabilities, broadening the firm’s fee-based product lineup.