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iShares MSCI Japan Small-Cap ETF(SCJ)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for SCJ
10/28/2026: SCJ (2-star) is a SELL. SELL for 4 days. Simulated Profits (-2.97%). Updated daily EoD!
The iShares MSCI Japan Small-Cap ETF (SCJ) provides diversified exposure to small-capitalization Japanese equities by tracking the MSCI Japan Small Cap Index. It is a highly liquid and efficient tool for investors looking to capture growth in Japan's smaller firm segment, backed by the institutional quality of BlackRock. The fund is most appropriate for long-term investors who can handle higher volatility and currency risk. Key factors to monitor include the JPY/USD exchange rate, Japanese corporate governance reforms, and the overall trajectory of the Japanese domestic economy.
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 | It provides growth potential from the small-cap segment but is subject to regional economic limitations. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Momentum traders can utilize this fund when Japanese small-cap equities exhibit sustained relative strength. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | Many Japanese small-cap stocks trade at attractive valuation multiples relative to historical averages. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Weak fit | The fund focuses on capital appreciation rather than high dividend yields. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Small-cap international equities inherently carry higher volatility and currency risk. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is an experienced market participant seeking to diversify a global portfolio with exposure to the Japanese small-cap equity segment.
Suitability
This ETF is best suited for long-term investors willing to tolerate market volatility for potential capital growth.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | High | Small-cap stocks and currency fluctuations contribute to significant price swings. |
| Market risk | Medium / high | The fund is subject to the systemic risks of the Japanese economy and global trade conditions. |
| Concentration | Medium | The portfolio is concentrated in one country, increasing sensitivity to domestic Japanese events. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | The fund has a track record of efficient tracking relative to its benchmark index. |
| Liquidity | Medium | Liquidity can fluctuate based on the trading activity of the underlying small-cap Japanese securities. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | Small-cap firms may lack the financial stability and capital buffers of larger blue-chip companies. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
SCJ exhibits higher volatility compared to large-cap international funds due to the nature of small-capitalization stocks.
Market Risk
Investors face country-specific risk, currency risk, and the inherent volatility of smaller enterprises.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geography | Japanese Small-Cap Equities | 98.5 | This provides broad, diversified exposure to the performance of smaller Japanese companies. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 1.5 | Small residual cash position held for liquidity and operational purposes. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 0.44% | Avg. Invested days 54 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/28/2026 |
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