Franklin FTSE Japan Hedged ETF Price & Performance (FLJH)

Franklin FTSE Japan Hedged ETF (FLJH) has recently outperformed broader markets over short-term periods, gaining 11.1% in two weeks while the S&P 500 ETF fell 10.5%. However, over the past year, FLJH's 1.5% return lags the S&P 500’s 9.8%, highlighting mixed momentum and sensitivity to market swings.12

FLJH rose 2.5% to $29.13 on April 17, but declining trading volume and mixed technical signals point to possible near-term weakness. Analysts expect a potential drop of up to 7% over the next three months, with support near $28.63 and resistance at $30.21, indicating a cautious outlook for the ETF.23

Franklin FTSE Japan Hedged ETF maintains a cost advantage, ranking among the lowest fee quintile in its category. Its top holdings include Toyota, Hitachi, and Sony, reflecting broad exposure to Japan’s large-cap sector. Management is rated average, but the fund retains a Silver rating for its process and pricing.41