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ProShares Ultra MSCI Japan (EZJ)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
11/13/2025: EZJ (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit -20.05% | Avg. Invested days 48 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/13/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.52 | 52 Weeks Range 28.38 - 44.43 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 28.38 - 44.43 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
ProShares Ultra MSCI Japan
ETF Overview
Overview
ProShares Ultra MSCI Japan (EZJ) seeks daily investment results, before fees and expenses, that correspond to two times (2x) the daily performance of the MSCI Japan Index. It offers leveraged exposure to Japanese equities.
Reputation and Reliability
ProShares is a well-known issuer specializing in leveraged and inverse ETFs. They have a solid track record but are generally considered higher risk due to the nature of their products.
Management Expertise
ProShares has a dedicated team with experience in managing leveraged and index-based ETFs.
Investment Objective
Goal
To seek daily investment results, before fees and expenses, that correspond to two times (2x) the daily performance of the MSCI Japan Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF employs a leveraged strategy to amplify the daily returns of the MSCI Japan Index.
Composition The ETF primarily holds financial instruments, such as swap agreements and futures contracts, designed to provide leveraged exposure to the stocks in the MSCI Japan Index.
Market Position
Market Share: Data unavailable
Total Net Assets (AUM): 70489270.34
Competitors
Key Competitors
- iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ)
- WisdomTree Japan Hedged Equity Fund (DXJ)
- Xtrackers MSCI Japan Hedged Equity ETF (DBJP)
Competitive Landscape
The ETF industry focusing on Japanese equities is competitive, with several established players offering diversified exposure. EZJ differentiates itself with its leveraged strategy, offering higher potential returns but also greater risk. EWJ offers broad, non-leveraged exposure, DXJ hedges currency risk, and DBJP hedges currency risk as well. EZJ is suitable for sophisticated investors seeking short-term gains, while the others are more appropriate for long-term investors or those seeking currency risk management.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data not available here
Benchmark Comparison: Performance should be compared to 2x the MSCI Japan Index daily returns.
Expense Ratio: 0.95
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
EZJ has reasonable trading volumes facilitating ease of entry and exit.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread will vary but is usually reasonable given the trading volume.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic conditions in Japan, global market sentiment, and currency fluctuations all impact EZJ's performance.
Growth Trajectory
Growth depends on the Japanese equity market and the effectiveness of the 2x leverage strategy; it fluctuates based on daily performance.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
EZJ's competitive advantage lies in its leveraged exposure to the MSCI Japan Index, appealing to traders seeking amplified daily returns. This specific leverage factor differentiates it from non-leveraged ETFs. The ETF provides an opportunity for traders to potentially generate higher returns in the short term, compared to broad, unleveraged exposure. However, this higher reward comes with higher risk, including the potential for greater losses and the effects of compounding over longer periods.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
EZJ exhibits high volatility due to its leveraged nature; losses can be magnified.
Market Risk
EZJ faces market risk related to the Japanese equity market and leverage risk, where daily resets can degrade long-term returns if market does not perform as expected.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
EZJ is suitable for sophisticated traders and active investors with a high-risk tolerance who seek short-term, leveraged exposure to Japanese equities.
Market Risk
EZJ is best suited for active traders and not for long-term investors due to the effects of compounding and potential for increased losses over longer time horizons.
Summary
ProShares Ultra MSCI Japan (EZJ) provides leveraged exposure to the MSCI Japan Index, seeking to double the daily performance of the index. It is designed for short-term trading and is not suitable for long-term investors. The ETF's leveraged nature amplifies both gains and losses, making it a high-risk investment. Investors should carefully consider their risk tolerance and investment objectives before investing in EZJ, understanding the potential for volatility and erosion of capital over extended periods. The expense ratio is 0.95% which is high compared to some other non-leveraged ETFs in the same sector.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- ProShares website
- ETF.com
- Yahoo Finance
- Bloomberg
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be made after consulting with a qualified financial advisor. Market share data may not be readily available and is subject to change. The information is believed to be accurate but not guaranteed.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About ProShares Ultra MSCI Japan
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The fund invests in financial instruments that ProShare Advisors believes, in combination, should produce daily returns consistent with the Daily Target. The index is designed to measure the performance of the large and mid-cap segments of the Japanese market. Under normal circumstances, the fund will obtain leveraged exposure to at least 80% of its total assets in components of the index or in instruments with similar economic characteristics. The fund is non-diversified.
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