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iShares Japan ETF (EWJ)

98.56

+2.12 (2.20%)

as of Sep 11, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Sep 13, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 1 opinions in the last 12 months.

Experts highlight that the iShares Japan ETF (EWJ-N) is gaining traction as a notable investment choice amid a cooling off in North American markets. They note the ETF has been positively impacted by fiscal stimulus measures in Japan, which are reinforcing its upward trajectory. The chart indicates repeated breakouts that settle, suggesting stability rather than extreme volatility—an attribute that many investors find appealing. Additionally, some analysts have been gradually increasing their positions in this ETF throughout the year, indicating a growing confidence in its sustained performance. Overall, the consensus points to a favorable outlook for the Japan ETF as it continues to attract interest from those diversifying into international markets.

Consensus

Positive

Valuation

Fair Value

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COMMENT

Invesing in the Japanese market, would you choose iShares Japan C$ Hedge ETF (CJP-T) or iShares Japan ETF (EWJ-N)? He would choose CJP because it is Canadian listed and a fundamental ETF. It is rebalanced and the selection is based on momentum and value criteria, total sales and price-to-book. This is based on the MSCI Japan index. He much prefers fundamental indexes versus straight MSCI indexes.

BUY

With Japan there is currency risk – they are actively working on devaluing the Yen. Forward earnings estimate is over 50%, valuation is 14 times. Export oriented and strong consumer sector. You will not be disappointed. Providing earnings estimates are achieved, if it goes up 10-15% over the next 3-4 months then the run is done and if not, then it won’t.

TOP PICK

Japan has been out of favour for years and years. Tends to be counter cyclical. There is a currency war going on right now and they are pushing the yen down which he thinks will be good for Japanese exports. If he had to pick one global play that is probably not going to be affected if we have a turndown, it will probably be Japan. Auto manufacturing is the largest component, about 12%, of this ETF.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

We have all been waiting decades to buy Japan and it looks like they now have someone there who has some idea of what they are doing and able to devalue the yen a little bit to stimulate the economy. You might want to wait for a bit of a pull back. Worth looking at. You could also look at Wisdomtree (DJX-US) which is hedged to the US$, which would eliminate currency risks.

TOP PICK

The Yen has topped and the falling Yen will be helpful to Japanese export. It is an underperformer so he wants to be there.

HOLD

Japanese market is dirt cheap and this is one of the bigger ones out there. 2.2% yield.

PAST TOP PICK

(Top Pick Apr 4/11, Down 0.85%) Their crisis last year did not create enough of a buying opportunity. Japan is now completely off of nuclear and that is now creating a deficit because they have to import fuel.

COMMENT

Japan ETF. Has stayed pretty well flat since the Japanese disaster. Still owns in a few accounts but sold most of his holdings.

TOP PICK

Japan ETF. Great story. Problems will refocus everybody on what a great nation this is. Third largest economy. Still 60% bigger than Germany.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick July 24/07. Down 10%.) Got hit in the market downturn but Japan fundamentals are the same as they have always been. Not worried about their financial system. This was a defensive move. Would be looking to switch out of Japan and into China for the growth going forward in the 2nd half.

DON'T BUY

He would wait for domestic demand to pick up. There will come a day when owning Japan and in particular this ETF is going to be an attractive issue. Because their domestic growth is still very moribund he wouldn't get in yet. Too sensitive to the export market, particularly the US.

TOP PICK

Japan has been de-rated significantly. Near its 30 year lows. One of the most insulated countries relative to the global shenanigans going on. There is a tremendous amount of money sitting in Japan that is starting to move into the stock market. Attractive valuation and insulation from what is happening in the US and strong exposure to India and China.

WEAK BUY

Japan is very much of an export country. The culture doesn't seem to be for domestic consumption to any significant degree. Valuation is fine. Just an OK type of investment.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Apr 17/07. Down 17%.) When the Cdn$ gained strength last summer, that was his exit point. If you are a short-term trader, this is not a bad Buy point as it allows you to put a very tight stop in.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Apr 17/07. Down 16.1%.) Because of currency and the stock market, he no longer likes this one.

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