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Franklin FTSE Japan ETF (FLJP)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
11/11/2025: FLJP (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 -6.57% | Avg. Invested days 55 | 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 11/11/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.82 | 52 Weeks Range 25.28 - 32.38 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 25.28 - 32.38 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Franklin FTSE Japan ETF
ETF Overview
Overview
The Franklin FTSE Japan ETF (FLJP) seeks to track the investment results of the FTSE Japan Capped Index, providing exposure to large and mid-sized companies in Japan. The ETF focuses on providing a market-cap weighted approach, enabling investors to participate in the Japanese equity market.
Reputation and Reliability
Franklin Templeton is a well-established global investment management firm with a long history and a strong reputation for providing various investment solutions.
Management Expertise
Franklin Templeton has a dedicated team of experienced portfolio managers and analysts focused on managing passive ETFs and indexing strategies.
Investment Objective
Goal
The ETF aims to replicate the performance of the FTSE Japan Capped Index before fees and expenses.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: FLJP tracks the FTSE Japan Capped Index, which measures the performance of Japanese large and mid-cap stocks.
Composition The ETF primarily holds common stocks of Japanese companies. It is a passively managed fund designed to mirror the index's composition.
Market Position
Market Share: The ETF has a small market share compared to its larger competitors in the Japan equity ETF space.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 421700000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- EWJ
- DXJ
- HEWJ
Competitive Landscape
The Japan equity ETF market is dominated by a few large players. FLJP faces strong competition from established ETFs like EWJ. FLJP's advantage lies in its lower expense ratio than EWJ. However, it has a much smaller AUM.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data is not included as it requires specific data gathering from financial databases.
Benchmark Comparison: Benchmark comparisons are not included as it requires specific data gathering from financial databases.
Expense Ratio: 0.09
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
FLJP demonstrates moderate liquidity with an average trading volume that facilitates reasonable execution for most investors.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is typically low, resulting in minimal transaction costs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic factors in Japan, such as GDP growth, inflation, and interest rates, significantly influence FLJP. Global market sentiment and currency fluctuations (JPY/USD) also play a role.
Growth Trajectory
FLJP's growth trajectory is tied to the overall performance of the Japanese stock market. Changes in the index methodology and rebalancing activities can affect the fund's holdings and strategy.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
FLJP's competitive edge lies in its extremely low expense ratio of 0.09%, making it one of the cheapest ways to gain broad exposure to the Japanese equity market. While it lacks the AUM and trading volume of EWJ, its lower cost can appeal to cost-conscious investors. It also uses a capped index which may reduce concentration risk. Franklin Templeton's strong brand name lends credibility to the ETF.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Volatility is related to the Japanese stock market, which is sensitive to global economic conditions and investor sentiment.
Market Risk
The ETF is subject to market risk, which can result in fluctuations of the NAV due to economic, political, and regulatory developments in Japan. Currency risk (JPY/USD) is also present.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is someone seeking broad exposure to the Japanese equity market and is cost-conscious.
Market Risk
FLJP is suitable for long-term investors who want passive exposure to Japan, prefer a low expense ratio, and are comfortable with the risks associated with international investing.
Summary
Franklin FTSE Japan ETF (FLJP) provides a low-cost way to access the Japanese equity market by tracking the FTSE Japan Capped Index. Its primary advantage is its low expense ratio of 0.09% compared to its larger competitors. The ETF is subject to market risk and currency risk. Its performance is closely tied to the performance of the Japanese stock market. It is most suitable for long-term investors seeking passive exposure to Japan at a low cost.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Franklin Templeton Website
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered as investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investment decisions should be based on individual circumstances and consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Franklin FTSE Japan ETF
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Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of the FTSE Japan Capped Index and in depositary receipts representing such securities. The FTSE Japan Capped Index is based on the FTSE Japan Index and is designed to measure the performance of Japanese large- and mid-capitalization stocks. The fund is non-diversified.
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