iShares MSCI Japan ETF

EWJ tracks a market-cap-weighted index which covers roughly 85% of the investable universe of securities traded in Japan.

There is growing sentiment that Japan may have turned a corner and could experience robust growth in a changing landscape. Japan's biggest appeal is its cheap valuation. Japan still faces many issues on demographics and monetary policy.

EWJ: Growth Story Emerges But Major Monetary Issues Remain

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Growth across Japan's private sector economy quickened midway into the third quarter of 2023. Higher input cost inflation contrasted with a decline in output price inflation.

Japan's Economic Growth Quickens In August As Service Sector Counters Factory Decline

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This year has been one of the contradictions in the U.S. stock market, but in July, Morgan Stanley highlighted several warning signs that suggest a bust may hit U.S. equities soon. Higher-than-usual bond-market volatility, resilient Treasury rates, and the strong U.S. dollar could signal trouble.

Pros & Cons of Investing in Japan ETFs in 2023

Japan's second-quarter GDP for 2023 has surged due to robust exports and a significant inflow of tourists, indicating that the country is emerging from its Covid slump. While these factors contribute to the impressive growth, concerns arise from declining imports and reduced private consumption, casting a pall on the optimistic figurers.

Should You Invest in Japan ETFs Now?

Investors are hopeful that ultra-loose monetary policy and corporate reforms will revive Japan's stagnant economy. Investors may believe that even if Japanese equities were to produce mediocre returns, the potential for substantial FX gains would justify taking the risk. However, we warn that investors ought to be more conservative with their expectations when assessing the potential impact of ambitious reforms in Japan.

EWJ: Japan Will Need More Than Just Ultra-Loose Monetary Policy And Corporate Reforms

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The market is showing signs of weakness and lacks sustainable upside momentum. The recent sell-off has broken key moving averages, indicating a potential shift in market sentiment.

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There's been more talk lately about aiming for diversification through international investing, which wasn't a major topic of discussion for a while.

VettaFi Voices On: International Investing's Revival

At its July meeting, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) made a small tweak to its yield curve control (YCC) policy. Based on recent inflation trends, one could conclude that the BOJ's ultra monetary easing over the last 30 years has finally worked.

A Regime Change For Japan?

The Bank of Japan allowed its 10yr yield to rise, just as the US 10yr yield broke above 4% and the curve started to dis-invert. Was that the causation?

Does Japan's Higher Rate Cap Materially Hurt Treasuries?

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Investors are paying close attention to China, Japan, and India ETFs lately, according to VettaFi's Explorer data and analytics tool. Interest in non-U.S. economies is high as investors look for more ways to diversify their portfolios.

3 Key Country ETFs Have Viable Alternatives

The au Jibun Bank Flash Japan Composite PMI, compiled by S&P Global, remained unchanged at 52.1 in July. Japan's manufacturing sector output remained in contraction according to the latest July flash PMI data.

Japan's Economic Growth Sustains In July Though Price Pressures And Outlook Worsen

Japan's stock market roared higher in the first half of 2023, trouncing gains scored by equities in the U.S. and other developed markets, while defying the tightening trend at other global central banks.

Japan's stock market is roaring 25% higher. These 4 things could keep the rally going.

After years of deflation driven by an aging society and declining population, Japan now is showing signs of inflation. Stocks are already rising.

Japan Confronts Inflation. What That Means for Investors.

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CNBC recently conducted a survey of 400 money managers. These top investors believe that short-term U.S. Treasuries, the S&P 500, and foreign stocks could generate the best returns in the second half of the year.

These 3 Investments Could Make You the Most Money in the Second Half of 2023, According to Top Investors

The Japanese stock market is roaring again as companies known for amassing cash hand it back to shareholders via dividends and buybacks.

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Japan's Nikkei 225 eclipsed 33,000 for the first time in 33 years, and the significant rally has attracted major investor interest. Global portfolio managers are increasingly bullish on Japan, and they are allocating more cash to this rising market.

The Sun Shines On Japanese Stocks, Anticipating Key Events To Finish The First Half

We see the outlook brightening for Japanese stocks vs. developed peers given fewer supply constraints, supportive monetary policy and corporate reforms.

Japan Stands Out From Developed Pack

The Nikkei has outperformed the S&P 500, showing solid gains when measured in both local currency and U.S. dollars. One of the significant factors contributing to the rally has been the string of robust corporate results. The key consideration for the long term will be Japan's ability to make its economy more dynamic.

EWJ: The Nikkei 225's Resurgence Can't Save Japan

Despite a slowdown in growth momentum from May, as signalled by the latest June flash PMI data for Japan, a solid quarter of growth is expected for Q2 2023. This may well exceed the strong official GDP reading recorded in Q1, with a service sector expansion primarily supporting growth while manufacturing performance lagged.

Japan June Flash PMI Data Signal Solid Expansion At End Of Q2 2023 Despite Moderation In Growth Momentum

Japan has been gaining traction among investors and advisors as a topic of interest recently. Some of the top investors and investment firms continue to increase their investments in Japanese stocks and Japan ETFs.

Exploring Japan ETFs: Top Performers and Investment Opportunities

The BoJ has unanimously decided to maintain its ultra-easing monetary policy. It is looking for clearer signs of sustainable inflation growth.

Bank Of Japan Keeps Policy Settings Unchanged - For Now

Currency-hedged Japan ETFs are outperforming their unhedged peers as the surging U.S. dollar is knocking down the returns of international investments.

Currency-Hedged ETFs Lead Japan's Stock Market Rally

Amid widespread optimism among investors about Japan and Japanese stocks, sentiment toward the iShares MSCI Japan ETF ( US:EWJ ) is quite positive, according to readings on Fintel's quant dashboards.

Japanese ETF Shines as Country's Stocks Are Embraced by Investors Again

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