EXHIBIT 23.1
CONSENT OF
INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in Registration Statements Nos. 333-100801 and 333-143402 of Franklin Resources, Inc. on Form S-8 of our report dated October 29, 2007, appearing in this Annual Report on Form 11-K of the Franklin Resources, Inc. 1998 Employee Stock Investment Plan for the fiscal year ended July 31, 2007.
/s/ Perry-Smith LLP |
Sacramento, California |
October 29, 2007 |
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