How large is EWJ and what does it cost to hold?

EWJ currently manages $20.31B in assets. The annual expense ratio (TER) is 0.49%, deducted directly from fund assets. Portfolio turnover stands at 6%, reflecting how frequently holdings are replaced within a year. Lower expense ratios compound favorably over time – a 0.08% TER on a 10-year holding period adds up to meaningfully less drag than a 0.5% fund.

What are the largest holdings in EWJ?

EWJ allocates 1.9% of its portfolio to Consumer Discretionary. Concentration in the top holdings means single-name events in these positions can have an outsized effect on the ETF's price.

Does EWJ pay dividends or distributions?

EWJ currently distributes a yield of 1.12%. ETF distributions are typically passed through from dividends and interest generated by the underlying holdings. The actual payout frequency depends on the fund structure – most sector ETFs distribute quarterly.

What is EWJ's historical performance?

Reported performance for EWJ: year-to-date 14.79%, 3-year cumulative 16.69%, 5-year cumulative 6.86%. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Returns reflect price changes only and may differ from total return figures that include distributions.

What is the current trend signal for EWJ?

As of the most recent session, EWJ closed at $98.32. The swing trend is positive with ADX at 1.3 (weak trend strength). Momentum is bullish and has been running for 4 trading days. A Golden Cross is in place. Price has been compressing for 11 consecutive sessions – a breakout setup is building. All data is updated once per trading day after the US market closes.

When was the last Trendchange signal for EWJ?

The most recent Trendchange signal for EWJ fired on 07.08.26 at $96.90. The position has been open for 12 trading days. Performance after 10 days: -2.71%. The system's historical edge across 104 tracked signals is +0.48%. Trendchange signals are based on proprietary moving average crossover logic applied to end-of-day price data.

EWJ – iShares MSCI Japan ETF

ETF

Japan Stock | Inception: 1996-03-12

Quick Stats

Trend Signal

$98.32

Last Close

Official EOD price – basis for all calculations

▲ Long

Swing Trend

Moving average structure confirms uptrend – bulls in control

+0.48%

Signal Edge

Slim positive edge across 1 signals – treat with caution

1.3

Trend Strength (ADX)

Weak / ranging – trend signals less reliable

Last Trendchange Signal

07.08.26

Date

Signal entry date

$96.90

Entry Price

Closing price at signal date

12d

Days Held

Trading days since signal

-2.71%

+10d

Return after 10 trading days

-1.05%

+20d

Return after 20 trading days

-1.05%

+30d

Return after 30 trading days

-1.05%

+60d

Return after 60 trading days

Trend Overview

Volatility Compression – Wait for Breakout Composite Score: 0 / 7

EWJ has been in a volatility compression for 11 consecutive sessions. Price is coiling and the range is contracting. This kind of structure typically resolves with an expansion in one direction – and the underlying trend bias is still positive, which tilts the probability toward an upside resolution. The key question is not if the move happens, but when and which way.

What to watch

This is a waiting game. Define the breakout level in advance, set alerts at the range boundaries, and let the market make the first move.

EWJ Price Chart

Technical Trend Analysis

As of 07.10.2026 · Close: $98.32 · ATR14: $1.43

Volatility Compression – Wait for Breakout Composite Score: 0 / 7

What to watch

This is a waiting game. Define the breakout level in advance, set alerts at the range boundaries, and let the market make the first move.

Indicator	Signal	Detail
Swing Trend	▲ Long	Primary directional bias
Momentum	▲ Up · 4d	Strength: 0.14 – Fading
Trend Strength (ADX)	1.3 – Weak	ADX38: 1.1
Volatility (HV30)	16.8% – Calm	HV90: 21.9% \| HV180: 22.8%
Vola Compression	11 days active	Potential breakout building
MA Structure	Golden Cross ✓	Stack: Fully aligned – bullish stack
EMA21 Distance	~0 ATR – Near line	EMA21: $97.13
GD200 Extension	5.9 ATR – Normal	GD20: 0.5 \| GD50: 1.3 \| GD100: 2.8

⚠️ Momentum Fading

Upward momentum has been running 4 days but strength is declining (0.14). The trend is intact but losing energy.

⚪ Trend Strength – ADX14: 1.3 (Weak)

Weak or ranging market. ADX38: 1.1. Trend-following signals carry lower reliability.

🔻 Volatility Calm

HV30: 16.8% | HV90: 21.9% | HV180: 22.8%. Short-term vol is below its 90-day average. Calmer conditions favour tighter setups.

🗜️ Volatility Compression – 11 Days Active

Price has been compressing for 11 sessions. The longer the compression, the more powerful the potential breakout.

⭐ Golden Cross – Long-term Bullish

Golden Cross in place. GD50 $96.46 above GD200 $90.67 by 6.39%. Long-term structure is bullish. MA stack: Fully aligned – bullish stack.

🎯 EMA21 – Reaction Zone

Price is within 0.5 ATR of the EMA21 at $97.13. Watch for a decisive bounce or break.

📐 Key Price Levels & ATR Distance

GD20: $97.65 (0.5 ATR) | GD50: $96.46 (1.3 ATR) | GD100: $94.53 (2.8 ATR) | GD200: $90.67 (5.9 ATR). ATR14: $1.43.

Monthly Performance History

Year	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec	Total
2010	-1.51	0.00	3.97	-1.99	-8.72	-2.26	4.33	-4.70	2.62	1.11	3.52	4.80	10.74
2011	-0.72	3.41	-10.34	2.25	-2.75	3.75	1.81	-7.16	-3.06	0.95	1.62	-0.88	-15.55
2012	2.79	3.94	1.29	-4.42	-7.79	9.85	-4.17	1.11	2.55	-0.88	1.96	6.08	7.11
2013	-0.19	2.71	4.77	12.72	-6.31	5.21	-1.25	-5.73	7.01	0.35	2.36	1.68	23.00
2014	-5.12	4.60	-0.08	-2.46	3.21	3.42	-2.03	-1.58	-1.25	4.14	-4.28	-3.17	-4.65
2015	2.03	6.37	1.20	2.24	0.21	-1.79	0.24	-5.88	-1.20	7.04	-0.25	-2.87	8.99
2016	-3.59	-4.74	2.22	2.61	1.39	-1.61	5.05	1.48	1.37	1.04	-0.84	-0.07	4.41
2017	2.68	0.78	-0.65	0.19	2.35	0.42	2.57	-0.67	2.23	5.28	1.58	1.14	23.26
2018	4.38	-3.44	2.34	1.97	-1.41	-2.97	2.70	-1.18	4.74	-9.57	1.16	-8.92	-14.61
2019	6.33	0.54	0.36	0.02	-4.54	3.87	-1.82	-0.77	5.18	3.89	0.29	1.07	18.50
2020	-3.53	-8.99	-7.90	10.02	8.96	-1.58	T -0.87	4.66	1.52	-1.42	T 9.41	3.21	14.19
2021	0.35	0.78	T -1.20	T -2.48	T 0.53	-0.17	-0.56	T 0.96	1.06	-2.18	T -4.45	T 2.84	2.38
2022	T -4.40	-1.81	T -0.75	-8.59	T 1.78	-7.44	T 5.84	-5.78	-7.75	0.53	T 10.78	-2.88	-17.81
2023	T 7.25	-4.99	T 4.74	-0.20	4.63	1.85	T -2.79	T -1.73	T -2.97	3.97	T -0.70	6.64	28.10
2024	4.17	3.29	1.45	-4.28	2.77	T -1.67	T 4.69	T 6.54	0.92	-4.98	2.52	T -4.88	5.57
2025	1.94	T 1.20	-0.94	T 4.74	4.15	-0.09	T -1.07	5.68	2.64	4.04	-0.75	-2.17	20.49
2026	5.40	7.54	-6.39	T 3.03	5.28	0.37	-0.71	T 3.20	2.35	0.97			20.89

T A T badge marks a Trendchange signal in that month. Hover for entry price.

EWJ - Trendchange Chart

Trendchange Signal History

The last 10 Trendchange signals for EWJ:

Date	Entry Price	Days Held	+10d	+20d	+30d	+60d
07.08.26	$96.90	12d	-2.71%	-1.05%	-1.05%	-1.05%
14.04.26	$89.41	8d	-1.93%	-2.07%	-2.07%	-2.07%
23.07.25	$73.43	26d	-1.99%	+4.81%	+2.26%	+2.26%
22.04.25	$66.21	42d	+4.71%	+4.98%	+7.34%	+6.54%
03.02.25	$64.60	19d	+2.65%	+2.07%	+2.07%	+2.07%
02.12.24	$67.48	8d	-1.48%	-2.02%	-2.02%	-2.02%
19.08.24	$67.30	16d	+2.39%	-1.53%	-1.53%	-1.53%
02.07.24	$65.80	21d	+4.62%	+0%	+0%	+0%
03.06.24	$66.34	4d	-2.02%	-2.02%	+0%	+0%
03.11.23	$62.00	4d	-5.52%	-5.52%	-5.52%	-5.52%

Signal Statistics - Historical Edge

Calculated edge for EWJ: 0.48%

Range	N	10d	20d	30d	60d	Signal
7-10%	1	+7.38%	+18.44%	+15.78%	+20.54%	Hold
5-7%	5	+6.27%	+4.96%	+6.65%	+7.24%	Close
3-5%	13	+4.14%	+4.4%	+4.43%	+5.05%	Hold
1-3%	21	+1.68%	+1.43%	+2.28%	+3.15%	Close
0-1%	14	+0.55%	+1.96%	+2.12%	+2.68%	Hold
-1-0%	13	-0.62%	-0.75%	-0.39%	+0.24%	Neg
-3-1%	27	-2.17%	-1.05%	-0.58%	+0.03%	Neg
-5-3%	8	-3.82%	-3.82%	-2.8%	-0.88%	Neg
-7-5%	1	-5.52%	-5.52%	-5.52%	-5.52%	Neg
-10-7%	1	-7.25%	-2.18%	+4.17%	-0.71%	Neg

Exit Rules: Stoploss: -10% | Close if below 0% after 10 days

📊

No Options Data Available

Options flow data for EWJ is not yet tracked. Check back after the next market session.

About iShares MSCI Japan ETF

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.

Fund Overview

Metric	Value
Assets under Management	$20.31 B
Expense Ratio	0.49%
Dividend Yield	1.12%
Portfolio Turnover	6%
YTD Return	14.79%
3-Year Return	16.69%
5-Year Return	6.86%

Sector Allocation

Sector	Weight
Consumer Discretionary	1.9%
Materials	1.3%
Industrials	0.2%

Frequently Asked Questions – iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ)

Disclaimer: All trade history on this page reflects the author's personal trading activity only. This is not financial advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. See our full Disclaimer.