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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: FLJP (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit -11.71% | Avg. Invested days 47 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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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, which represents the performance of Japanese large- and mid-capitalization stocks. It offers investors exposure to the Japanese equity market through a diversified, market-cap weighted portfolio.
Reputation and Reliability
Franklin Templeton is a well-established and reputable asset management firm with a long history in the investment industry.
Management Expertise
Franklin Templeton has experienced portfolio managers and analysts who specialize in international and Japanese equity markets.
Investment Objective
Goal
To track the investment results of the FTSE Japan Capped Index, providing exposure to the Japanese equity market.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF employs a passive investment strategy, seeking to replicate the performance of the FTSE Japan Capped Index by holding a portfolio of stocks that mirrors the index's composition and weighting.
Composition The ETF holds primarily Japanese large- and mid-cap stocks across various sectors, reflecting the composition of the FTSE Japan Capped Index.
Market Position
Market Share: FLJP holds a portion of the market share within the Japan equity ETF category.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 1170000000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ)
- WisdomTree Japan Hedged Equity Fund (DXJ)
- JPMorgan BetaBuilders Japan ETF (BBJP)
Competitive Landscape
The Japan equity ETF market is highly competitive, with several large and well-established funds. FLJP competes based on its expense ratio and tracking accuracy, but faces competition from larger, more liquid ETFs. EWJ offers a broader exposure to the Japan market, while DXJ uses currency hedging.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data is not included here to conform to specified structured data constraints.
Benchmark Comparison: Benchmark comparison data is not included here to conform to specified structured data constraints.
Expense Ratio: 0.09
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The ETF has an average trading volume providing a reasonable level of liquidity for investors.
Bid-Ask Spread
The ETF generally has a narrow bid-ask spread, indicating relatively low trading costs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic indicators in Japan, such as GDP growth, inflation, and interest rates, influence the performance of FLJP. Sector growth prospects within the Japanese economy, and global market conditions all impact the ETF's performance.
Growth Trajectory
Growth depends on the performance of the Japanese stock market and investor demand for exposure to Japanese equities. Changes in index methodology and portfolio holdings may also affect trajectory.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
FLJP's competitive edge comes from its low expense ratio, aiming to track the FTSE Japan Capped Index efficiently. It is a cost-effective option for investors seeking broad exposure to the Japanese equity market. The low expense ratio can contribute to higher returns over the long term compared to more expensive ETFs. Franklin Templeton's brand recognition provides investors with confidence in the fund's management.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Volatility reflects the volatility of the Japanese stock market, influenced by economic and geopolitical factors.
Market Risk
Market risk includes fluctuations in Japanese stock prices, currency risk (although not hedged), and exposure to Japanese economic conditions.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
FLJP is suitable for investors seeking diversified exposure to the Japanese equity market. Investors who want a cost-effective way to access Japanese large and mid-cap stocks should consider this ETF.
Market Risk
FLJP is best for long-term investors seeking exposure to the Japanese equity market as part of a diversified portfolio. It is suitable for passive index followers.
Summary
Franklin FTSE Japan ETF provides a cost-effective means of accessing the Japanese equity market. Its objective is to replicate the performance of the FTSE Japan Capped Index. The ETF holds Japanese large and mid-cap stocks across various sectors. Its low expense ratio gives it a competitive advantage, especially for long-term investors. It's suitable for those seeking passive exposure to Japanese equities in a diversified portfolio.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Franklin Templeton
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
- Bloomberg
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market conditions may change and past performance is not indicative of future results.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Franklin FTSE Japan ETF
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date - | CEO - | ||
Sector - | Industry - | Full time employees - | Website |
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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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