Reported Earlier, Japan Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Price Index (YoY) Preliminary For Q4 3.8% Vs. 4.0% Est.; 5.3% Prior
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Japan's GDP Price Index for Q4 showed a year-over-year increase of 3.8%, falling short of the estimated 4.0% and the previous 5.3%.
February 15, 2024 | 5:40 am
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NEGATIVE IMPACT
The lower-than-expected GDP Price Index may lead to cautious investor sentiment towards BBJP.
BBJP, which tracks Japanese equities, may see short-term negative impact due to the lower-than-expected GDP Price Index, indicating slower economic growth than anticipated.
CONFIDENCE 75
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 80
NEGATIVE IMPACT
DXJ might experience short-term negative sentiment due to Japan's GDP Price Index missing estimates.
As DXJ focuses on Japanese equities with a hedge against the yen, the lower GDP Price Index could imply weaker economic conditions, potentially affecting investor sentiment negatively.
CONFIDENCE 75
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 80
NEGATIVE IMPACT
EWJ, tracking Japanese stocks, may see a slight negative impact from the GDP Price Index miss.
Given EWJ's investment in a broad range of Japanese stocks, the disappointing GDP Price Index could lead to short-term bearish sentiment among investors.
CONFIDENCE 75
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 80