iShares MSCI Japan ETF Price & Performance (EWJ)

Steward Partners Investment Advisory LLC decreased its stake in iShares MSCI Japan Value ETF by 19.1% during Q4 2024. The firm now owns 4,225 shares, valued at $132,000. This move follows broader activity among institutional investors adjusting positions in Japanese equity-focused ETFs amid market shifts.1

Japan's 10-year government bond yield surged to 1.575%, the highest since 2008. This rise has spurred interest in Japan-focused ETFs, including iShares MSCI Japan Value ETF, which has gained 7.08% year-to-date. Investors are eyeing these funds to leverage opportunities in a high-rate environment.2

Warren Buffett’s increased stakes in Japan’s major trading houses have sent their shares soaring by up to 9%. This surge highlights the appeal of Japan's equity market, with ETFs like iShares MSCI Japan ETF and WisdomTree Japan Hedged Equity Fund benefiting from the broader investor interest.3