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iShares JPX-Nikkei 400 ETF(JPXN)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for JPXN
11/06/2026: JPXN (1-star) is a SELL. SELL for 2 days. Simulated Profits (0.08%). Updated daily EoD!
JPXN provides targeted exposure to the Japanese equity market by tracking the JPX-Nikkei 400 Index, which emphasizes high-quality firms based on financial efficiency and governance. Its main strength lies in its factor-based selection, which tends to favor disciplined management compared to broader market indices. It is best used as a strategic international holding for those seeking to tilt their Japanese allocation toward quality. Key risks include exposure to currency volatility and the structural limitations of the Japanese economy. The ETF is suitable for long-term investors, though those prioritizing lower costs might also explore broader alternatives.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
ETF holdings, costs, diversification, valuation, risks, and market conditions provide supporting context about the fund.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | While it captures high-performing companies, it is not a pure high-growth tech strategy. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | It can capture momentum when quality-tilted Japanese equities outperform the broader market. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The index methodology emphasizes capital efficiency, which often aligns with disciplined valuation metrics. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Mixed fit | It provides dividend yield but is not explicitly marketed as a high-dividend strategy. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | International equity exposure involves inherent currency and market volatility risks. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors looking for a quality-tilted, disciplined approach to Japanese equities rather than broad market beta.
Suitability
Best for long-term investors interested in corporate governance improvements in Japan who can tolerate international market volatility.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | Medium / high | Equity markets in Japan are subject to volatility related to global economic shifts and currency fluctuations. |
| Market risk | High | The fund is fully exposed to systemic risks within the Japanese economy. |
| Concentration | Medium | The index filters for specific criteria, which may result in sector concentration different from the broader market. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | The fund maintains a reasonable expense ratio and tight tracking to its benchmark index. |
| Liquidity | Medium | Trading volume is lower than massive broad-market ETFs, which may affect execution for large orders. |
| Business/sector quality | Low / none | The index selection methodology actively seeks to mitigate the risk of owning low-quality businesses. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Historical volatility is moderate, reflecting the fluctuations of the Japanese stock market and general international equity trends.
Market Risk
Risks include currency fluctuations (USD/JPY), regional economic health, and sector-specific downturns in Japanese industries.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geography | Japan Equity | 99.5 | Provides comprehensive exposure to the Japanese equity market with a focus on high-quality firms. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 0.5 | Represents residual cash held for operational purposes or pending reinvestment. |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 0.76% | Avg. Invested days 64 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
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