Franklin Templeton appoints head of European fixed income

Franklin Templeton Investments has appointed David Zahn to head its European fixed income team following an overhaul of its strategy in this area.

Zahn has been promoted to head of European fixed income with immediate effect. He manages several Franklin Templeton funds, including Templeton Strategic Bond, Templeton Euro Government Bond, and Templeton European Corporate Bond. He also runs a number of global government and global aggregate fixed income portfolios. In addition to his new title and role, Zahn will retain his current title and responsibilities as senior vice president and portfolio manager. He will continue to report to John Beck, senior vice president and co-director of global fixed income for the Franklin Tem...