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iShares MSCI Japan ETF

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The fund generally will invest at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of its underlying index and in investments that have economic characteristics that are substantially identical to the component securities of its underlying index. The underlying index is designed to measure the performance of the large- and mid-capitalization segments of the Japanese equity market.

Open

69.40

Mkt cap

16B

Volume

5M

High

69.50

P/E Ratio

14.06

52-wk high

73.24

Low

69.17

Div yield

0.02

52-wk low

59.83

Toyota and Subaru plan to launch jointly developed electric vehicles in Japan, the U.S., and Europe by 2026, according to Nikkei.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 03, 2024 | 8:15 pm

The IMF acknowledges the Bank of Japan's efforts to normalize monetary policy, aiming to stabilize inflation at a 2% target. The BOJ is advised to continue data-driven rate increases. Japan's fiscal policy should focus on growth-friendly consolidation to ensure debt sustainability.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 03, 2024 | 3:02 pm

The recent Japan 10-Year JGB auction yield was reported at 0.871%, down from the previous 0.915%. This change in yield could impact ETFs with exposure to Japanese bonds and equities, such as BBJP, DXJ, and EWJ.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 03, 2024 | 4:36 am

The au Jibun Bank Japan Services Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for September was reported at 53.1, below the estimated 53.9 and the prior 53.7. This indicates a slower expansion in Japan's services sector.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 03, 2024 | 4:34 am

Japan's new Prime Minister, Ishiba, has announced that his administration will prioritize a complete exit from deflation. This policy focus could have implications for Japanese equities and related ETFs.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

October 01, 2024 | 12:16 pm

Japan's incoming Prime Minister Ishiba emphasizes the importance of the Bank of Japan (BOJ) independently deciding monetary policy while advocating for close cooperation between the government and the BOJ to support the economy.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 27, 2024 | 2:27 pm

Japan's incoming Prime Minister, Ishiba, has announced plans to deploy fiscal stimulus if necessary. This decision could impact Japanese markets and related ETFs.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 27, 2024 | 2:25 pm

The United Steelworkers (USW) expressed disagreement with a Board of Arbitration's decision regarding grievances against U.S. Steel. Concerns were also raised about Nippon's commitment to facilities and jobs.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 25, 2024 | 3:47 pm

The United Steelworkers (USW) strongly opposes the arbitration decision regarding the merger between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel, citing potential threats to jobs and domestic steelmaking capacity. The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) approval is still pending due to national security concerns.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 25, 2024 | 2:45 pm

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