FKWL (Franklin Wireless) Retained Earnings: $24.04 Mil (As of Mar. 2026)

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FKWL Franklin Wireless Corp FKWL
46 GF Score
Price $2.28
GF Value $4.12
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Franklin Wireless Retained Earnings?

Franklin Wireless FKWL -1.51% 46 Retained Earnings is $24.04 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates FKWL with a GF Score™ of 46/100 and a GF Value™ of $4.12 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

Retained earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Franklin Wireless's retained earnings for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $24.04 Mil.

Franklin Wireless's quarterly retained earnings increased from Sep. 2025 ($25.54 Mil) to Dec. 2025 ($25.60 Mil) but then declined from Dec. 2025 ($25.60 Mil) to Mar. 2026 ($24.04 Mil).

Franklin Wireless's annual retained earnings declined from Jun. 2023 ($29.10 Mil) to Jun. 2024 ($25.14 Mil) and declined from Jun. 2024 ($25.14 Mil) to Jun. 2025 ($24.89 Mil).


Franklin Wireless  (NAS:FKWL) Retained Earnings Explanation

Historically profitable companies sometimes have negative retained earnings. This is because they have cumulatively paid out more to shareholders than they reported in profits.

For example, in 2011, Microsoft had negative retained earnings. This does not mean the company lost more money than it made over the years. It just means it paid out more money than it earned.

If a company has negative retained earnings, investors should check the 10-year financial results. They should not assume that negative retained earnings prove a company has generally lost money in the past.

Of course, many companies with negative retained earnings have indeed lost money in the past.

Retained Earnings: Warren Buffett's Secret.

One of the most important indicators of durable competitive advantage. Net earnings can be paid out as dividends, used to buy back shares or retained for growth.

If the company loses more than it has accumulated, retained earnings is negative.

If a company isn't adding to its retained earnings, it isn't growing its net worth.

Rate of growth of retained earnings is good indicator whether it's benefiting from a competitive advantage.

Microsoft is negative because it chose to buyback stock and pay dividends.

The more earnings retained, the faster it grows and increases growth rate for future earnings.


Franklin Wireless Retained Earnings Historical Data

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Franklin Wireless Retained Earnings Chart

Franklin Wireless Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
Retained Earnings
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Franklin Wireless Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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Franklin Wireless Retained Earnings Calculation

Retained Earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Because the net income was not distributed to shareholders, shareholders' equity is increased by the same amount.

Of course, if a company loses, it is called retained losses, or accumulated losses.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Retained Earnings →
What does a Retained Earnings of $24.04 Mil mean?
Franklin Wireless (FKWL) has a Retained Earnings of $24.04 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on Franklin Wireless and its competitors.
Is Franklin Wireless' Retained Earnings too high?
Franklin Wireless' current Retained Earnings is $24.04 Mil. Overall, Franklin Wireless has a GF Score™ of 46/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Franklin Wireless' Retained Earnings compare to BOSC and FIEE?
Franklin Wireless' Retained Earnings of $24.04 Mil can be compared against companies in the Hardware industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Retained Earnings for a Hardware company?
A good Retained Earnings depends on the Hardware industry context. However, Retained Earnings should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Retained Earnings mean?
A high Retained Earnings can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on Franklin Wireless and its competitors. Franklin Wireless's current Retained Earnings is $24.04 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Franklin Wireless stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Franklin Wireless (FKWL) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $4.12, compared to a current price of $2.28 — trading 44.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Retained Earnings is $24.04 Mil. Franklin Wireless' overall GF Score™ is 46/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Retained Earnings calculated?
Retained Earnings is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Franklin Wireless (FKWL), the current Retained Earnings is $24.04 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Franklin Wireless (FKWL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Franklin Wireless stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $2.28 is trading 44.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $4.12. GuruFocus considers Franklin Wireless to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for FKWL:

  • Retained Earnings: $24.04 Mil
  • GF Value™: $4.12 vs. price of $2.28 (44.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 46/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FKWL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Franklin Wireless Business Description

Address 3940 Ruffin Road, Suite C, San Diego, CA, USA, 92123
Franklin Wireless Corp is a provider of wireless solutions, including mobile hotspots, routers, and modems, as well as hardware and software products that support machine-to-machine (M2M) applications and the Internet of Things (IoT). Its M2M and IoT solutions include embedded modules, modems, and gateways built to deliver reliable always-on connectivity supporting a spectrum of applications. These products are designed to solve wireless connectivity challenges in a range of vertical markets, including video surveillance, digital signage, home security, oil and gas exploration, kiosks, fleet management, smart grid, vehicle diagnostics, and telematics.
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