NYSEARCA:EWJ
67.63
0.24
(0.35%)
Analysis and Opinions about EWJ-N
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BUY
BUY
December 9, 2020
Charges a high 0.49% MER. EWJ is one of the earliest ETFs. Japan will do well in 2021; the Yen will grow as will Asia in general. It's a call on industrial and financial Japan that will continue to do well. Japan is the #2 or #3 player in the world, remember. Also: AEFE is an indirect way to play Japan at a lower MER.
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Charges a high 0.49% MER. EWJ is one of the earliest ETFs. Japan will do well in 2021; the Yen will grow as will Asia in general. It's a call on industrial and financial Japan that will continue to do well. Japan is the #2 or #3 player in the world, remember. Also: AEFE is an indirect way to play Japan at a lower MER.
BUY
BUY
November 30, 2020
He likes this a lot. When you think about diversifying and what other areas of the world to get involved in, Japan is a different economy. It is one of the largest economies in the world and is generally under owned. EWJ-N is breaking out to new highs. The bank of Japan owns a lot of Japanese ETFs.
Show full opinionHide full opinionHe likes this a lot. When you think about diversifying and what other areas of the world to get involved in, Japan is a different economy. It is one of the largest economies in the world and is generally under owned. EWJ-N is breaking out to new highs. The bank of Japan owns a lot of Japanese ETFs.
BUY
BUY
September 17, 2020
Institutional starting place for exposure to Japan. If you don't want exposure to the yen, use the DXJ. He'd choose EWJ and accept the currency as part of the total return. You might also look at the smaller cap ETFs for the long-term.
SELL
SELL
January 21, 2020
SCJ-N It's closing in on a short-term top. Reward yourself and sell it, given past resistance levels.
Show full opinionHide full opinionSCJ-N It's closing in on a short-term top. Reward yourself and sell it, given past resistance levels.
COMMENT
COMMENT
December 17, 2019
vs. EWY (Korea) Japan is where many have made big mistakes, getting too bullish, too early. He struggles with its demographics and GDP, but tailwinds include nobody believes in it anymore. Better to look at SCJ-N (small caps) which trades below book value. Catalysts in Japan include a major fiscal stimulus. He prefers EWY (South Korea)--see top picks, which has been caught in the US-China trade war.
vs. EWY (Korea) Japan is where many have made big mistakes, getting too bullish, too early. He struggles with its demographics and GDP, but tailwinds include nobody believes in it anymore. Better to look at SCJ-N (small caps) which trades below book value. Catalysts in Japan include a major fiscal stimulus. He prefers EWY (South Korea)--see top picks, which has been caught in the US-China trade war.
PAST TOP PICK
PAST TOP PICK
September 6, 2018
(A Top Pick Feb 26/18 - Down 9%) Still believe in it. He is seeing inflation perk up, some structural reform and the ROE is the higher than in many areas of the world.
(A Top Pick Feb 26/18 - Down 9%) Still believe in it. He is seeing inflation perk up, some structural reform and the ROE is the higher than in many areas of the world.
TOP PICK
TOP PICK
February 26, 2018
Japan has been a tough place to invest for three decades. The difference between past rallies and the current one is that now the Yen is very cheap, and Japan is very export-oriented. The catalyst will be inflation. EWJ has been soaring and he's been very bullish on it.
Japan has been a tough place to invest for three decades. The difference between past rallies and the current one is that now the Yen is very cheap, and Japan is very export-oriented. The catalyst will be inflation. EWJ has been soaring and he's been very bullish on it.
BUY
BUY
November 20, 2017
An ETF for the Japanese market? This one is the clear choice. It is pretty attractive right now. Hedged against the local currency, but you still have exposure to the US$.
An ETF for the Japanese market? This one is the clear choice. It is pretty attractive right now. Hedged against the local currency, but you still have exposure to the US$.
BUY
BUY
June 30, 2017
Has no problem with this, but wouldn’t be loading up on it. Perhaps 3% or 5%.
Has no problem with this, but wouldn’t be loading up on it. Perhaps 3% or 5%.
TOP PICK
TOP PICK
December 8, 2016
It is not hedged and is undervalued. They are cheap, lean and efficient in manufacturing.
It is not hedged and is undervalued. They are cheap, lean and efficient in manufacturing.
COMMENT
COMMENT
February 16, 2016
A great ETF and just tracks the Japanese stock market. Very, very large. If you are going to play the Japanese market, this would certainly be one he would want to be in.
A great ETF and just tracks the Japanese stock market. Very, very large. If you are going to play the Japanese market, this would certainly be one he would want to be in.
PAST TOP PICK
PAST TOP PICK
December 31, 2013
(Top Pick Dec 31/12, Up 25.86%) Underperformed Japanese stocks because of the currency risk. He forgot to hedge (DXJ-N). He thinks DXJ will work higher.
(Top Pick Dec 31/12, Up 25.86%) Underperformed Japanese stocks because of the currency risk. He forgot to hedge (DXJ-N). He thinks DXJ will work higher.
BUY
BUY
December 13, 2013
What ETF would you suggest for investing in Japan? Likes the iShares MSCI Japan (EWJ-N) although there are lots of other ETFs out there. This one has the major indices covered. Financials are about 20%, industrial/technology at around 15%. Most of his ETFs have veered towards the US, but also more towards Europe and the UK.
What ETF would you suggest for investing in Japan? Likes the iShares MSCI Japan (EWJ-N) although there are lots of other ETFs out there. This one has the major indices covered. Financials are about 20%, industrial/technology at around 15%. Most of his ETFs have veered towards the US, but also more towards Europe and the UK.
PAST TOP PICK
PAST TOP PICK
October 29, 2013
(A Top Pick Dec 31/12. Up 24.26%.) Thinks this will go higher. All support is at around $9.20. Japanese decided to stimulate by lowering the currency, which stimulates the export economy. It has broken out above a little resistance at $11.10. In a short-term chart, he sees an ascending triangle that is trying to break out again.
(A Top Pick Dec 31/12. Up 24.26%.) Thinks this will go higher. All support is at around $9.20. Japanese decided to stimulate by lowering the currency, which stimulates the export economy. It has broken out above a little resistance at $11.10. In a short-term chart, he sees an ascending triangle that is trying to break out again.
BUY
BUY
October 15, 2013
Huge. A way to play Japan. CJP is hedged and you might want to take a look at that.
Huge. A way to play Japan. CJP is hedged and you might want to take a look at that.
COMMENT
COMMENT
April 1, 2013
Invesing in the Japanese market, would you choose iShares Japan C$ 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.
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
BUY
March 25, 2013
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.
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
TOP PICK
February 13, 2013
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.
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 WEAKNESS
BUY WEAKNESS
February 7, 2013
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$, which would eliminate currency risks.
We have all been waiting decades to buy Japan and it looks like they now have someone there who has some idea of what they are doing and able to devalue the yen a little bit to stimulate the economy. You might want to wait for a bit of a pull back. Worth looking at. You could also look at Wisdomtree (DJX-US) which is hedged to the US$, which would eliminate currency risks.
TOP PICK
TOP PICK
December 31, 2012
The Yen has topped and the falling Yen will be helpful to Japanese export. It is an underperformer so he wants to be there.
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
HOLD
April 30, 2012
Japanese market is dirt cheap and this is one of the bigger ones out there. 2.2% yield.
Show full opinionHide full opinionJapanese market is dirt cheap and this is one of the bigger ones out there. 2.2% yield.
PAST TOP PICK
PAST TOP PICK
March 8, 2012
(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.
Show full opinionHide full opinion(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
COMMENT
July 19, 2011
Japan ETF. Has stayed pretty well flat since the Japanese disaster. Still owns in a few accounts but sold most of his holdings.
Show full opinionHide full opinionJapan ETF. Has stayed pretty well flat since the Japanese disaster. Still owns in a few accounts but sold most of his holdings.
TOP PICK
TOP PICK
April 4, 2011
Japan ETF. Great story. Problems will refocus everybody on what a great nation this is. Third largest economy. Still 60% bigger than Germany.
Show full opinionHide full opinionJapan 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
PAST TOP PICK
September 26, 2008
(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.
Show full opinionHide full opinion(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
DON'T BUY
August 7, 2008
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.
Show full opinionHide full opinionHe 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
TOP PICK
July 24, 2008
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.
Show full opinionHide full opinionJapan 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
WEAK BUY
June 10, 2008
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.
Show full opinionHide full opinionJapan 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
PAST TOP PICK
March 11, 2008
(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.
Show full opinionHide full opinion(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
PAST TOP PICK
February 12, 2008
(A Top Pick Apr 17/07. Down 16.1%.) Because of currency and the stock market, he no longer likes this one.
Show full opinionHide full opinion(A Top Pick Apr 17/07. Down 16.1%.) Because of currency and the stock market, he no longer likes this one.
iShares Japan ETF(EWJ-N) Rating
Ranking : 4 out of 5
Bullish - Buy Signals / Votes : 3
Neutral - Hold Signals / Votes : 0
Bearish - Sell Signals / Votes : 0
Total Signals / Votes : 3
iShares Japan ETF(EWJ-N) Frequently Asked Questions
What is iShares Japan ETF stock symbol?
iShares Japan ETF is a American stock, trading under the symbol EWJ-N on the NYSE Arca (EWJ). It is usually referred to as AMEX:EWJ or EWJ-N
Is iShares Japan ETF a buy or a sell?
In the last year, 3 stock analysts published opinions about EWJ-N. 3 analysts recommended to BUY the stock. 0 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst recommendation is BUY. Read the latest stock experts' ratings for iShares Japan ETF.
Is iShares Japan ETF a good investment or a top pick?
iShares Japan ETF was recommended as a Top Pick by Terry Shaunessy on 2020-12-09. Read the latest stock experts ratings for iShares Japan ETF.
Why is iShares Japan ETF stock dropping?
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Is iShares Japan ETF worth watching?
3 stock analysts on Stockchase covered iShares Japan ETF In the last year. It is a trending stock that is worth watching.
What is iShares Japan ETF stock price?
On 2021-07-26, iShares Japan ETF (EWJ-N) stock closed at a price of $67.63.
