ETFs to Watch as Japan Spends $80B Foreign Reserves to Save the Yen
Japan's record reserve drain is reshaping the yen outlook, spotlighting four ETFs offering large-cap, hedged and small-cap exposure.
Japan and U.S. Join Hands to Support the Yen: ETFs to Benefit
Japan and the U.S. step in to support the yen. See which ETFs could benefit from a stronger yen -- and which export-focused funds may face pressure.
Nikkei Rises 1.3%, Led by Chip, Metals Stocks
Japanese stocks were higher following a recovery in U.S. technology stocks overnight.
Is WisdomTree Japan SmallCap Dividend ETF (DFJ) a Strong ETF Right Now?
Launched on 06/16/2006, the WisdomTree Japan SmallCap Dividend ETF (DFJ) is a smart beta exchange traded fund offering broad exposure to the Asia-Pacific (Developed) ETFs category of the market.
BOJ Raises Rates to 31-Year High: ETFs in Focus
The BOJ lifted rates to a 31-year high as inflation risks persist. Here are Japan-focused ETFs that could benefit from the policy shift.
Should Buy Japan ETFs as Economy Beats Estimates in Q1?
Japan's stronger-than-expected Q1 GDP and export surge are boosting the case for selective Japan ETF investing.
DFJ: Energy Price Volatility Provides A Buying Opportunity
The WisdomTree Japan SmallCap Dividend Fund ETF has modestly outperformed the S&P 500 so far in 2026, notwithstanding a recent pullback after the outbreak of the war in Iran. While high oil prices increase near-term recession risks for the Japanese economy, oil futures indicate the energy spike should dissipate over 2027-2029. DFJ offers a well-diversified portfolio with a pronounced cyclical tilt, making the ETF's returns dependent on developments within the Japanese economy.
There's Value in This Japan Small-Cap ETF
Stocks in Japan have been hamstrung by the war in Iran and the subsequent closure of the Strait of Hormuz. In fact, recent flows data indicate foreign investors have been trimming exposure to Japanese equities.
Is WisdomTree Japan SmallCap Dividend ETF (DFJ) a Strong ETF Right Now?
Launched on 06/16/2006, the WisdomTree Japan SmallCap Dividend ETF (DFJ) is a smart beta exchange traded fund offering broad exposure to the Asia-Pacific (Developed) ETFs category of the market.
5 Dividend ETFs Beating the S&P 500 This Year
Five dividend ETFs -- DFJ, SCHD, FDL, HDV and EYLD -- have outpaced SPY in 2026 as investors rotate toward quality income plays.
DFJ: More JPY Depreciation Benefit To Large Caps
The WisdomTree Japan SmallCap Dividend Fund ETF faces heightened FX risk due to its domestic exposure and limited benefit from yen depreciation. DFJ's sector allocation leans toward domestic demand relative to large-cap indices, making it vulnerable for foreign investors if fiscal stimulus fails to spur Japanese consumer spending. Financial sector exposure in DFJ introduces additional risk, given Japan's fiscal position and potential negative feedback loops with government debt.
Is WisdomTree Japan SmallCap Dividend ETF (DFJ) a Strong ETF Right Now?
A smart beta exchange traded fund, the WisdomTree Japan SmallCap Dividend ETF (DFJ) debuted on 06/16/2006, and offers broad exposure to the Asia-Pacific (Developed) ETFs category of the market.
