MARKET

FLJP

FLJP

Franklin FTSE Japan ETF
NYSEARCA
31.03
-0.12
-0.39%
Closed 16:00 03/28 EDT
OPEN
30.93
PREV CLOSE
31.15
HIGH
31.08
LOW
30.90
VOLUME
710.17K
TURNOVER
0
52 WEEK HIGH
31.30
52 WEEK LOW
24.47
TOTAL ASSET
1.92B
YTD YIELD
25.52%
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Japan: Stronger-Than-Expected Retail Sales, Softer-Than-Expected Industrial Production
Tokyo consumer prices unexpectedly rose 2.6% year-on-year in March. Industrial production unexpectedly dropped again in February. Tokyo inflation hasn't changed much above the 2% level. The Bank of Japan will pay more attention to the improvement in retail sales and sticky inflation.
Seeking Alpha · 58m ago
Japan Ends Its Negative Interest Rate Policy
Bank of Japan ended its negative interest rate policy on March 19, 2024. Higher interest rates and rising inflation expectations are positive for the Japanese equity market. We are positive on Japanese banks, industrials and consumer discretionary companies. The impact of the policy change on the USD-JPY rate is likely to be gradual.
Seeking Alpha · 1h ago
A Momentous Week For Monetary Policy Bodes Well For Markets
Bank of Japan raises rates for the first time in 17 years. Swiss National Bank becomes first developed central bank to cut rates in this rate cycle. The BOJ's decision to end negative interest rates is a vote of confidence in the Japanese economy. Five developed and seven emerging market central banks met last week.
Seeking Alpha · 2d ago
Why We Stay Risk-On In The Short Term
U.S. Stocks hit record highs last week and 10-year yields fell as the Fed stuck with planned rate cuts. Japanese stocks gained on a cautious BOJ policy pivot. We see falling inflation, nearing interest rate cuts and solid corporate earnings supporting cheery risk sentiment.
Seeking Alpha · 3d ago
Weekly Report: what happened at FLJP last week (0318-0322)?
Weekly Report · 3d ago
Dynamics Down Under: Deciphering APAC's Economic Landscape
Home Market Outlook Economy Analysis Dynamics Down Under: Deciphering APAC's Economic Landscape. The Asia-Pacific region stands at a pivotal juncture. Wei Li, Global Chief Investment Strategist for BlackRock joined Oscar Pulido to discuss the intricacies of high inflation in the region.
Seeking Alpha · 6d ago
The End Of Japan's Negative Interest Rates: What It Means For Gold
Bank of Japan's historic move to end the country's negative interest rate policy triggered a jolt upward to new all-time highs for gold against the yen. The BoJ announced it will now hold short-term rates at a still-accommodative 0% to 0.1%. The yen initially rose against gold as the BoJ expected to increase interest rates, but the price has since stabilized. If the Japanese consumer sees prices rise too much, the relative strength of gold is likely to increase.
Seeking Alpha · 6d ago
Bank Of Japan Gives Up On Negative Rates, A Bottom For The Yen?
Bank of Japan ended its negative interest rate policy this week. The yen has been devalued against the US Dollar. The Bank of Japan believes the Yen will gain strength and inflate moving forward. John Bowman is bullish on the Japanese economy and markets. He believes the yen could be a good investment for the next three years.
Seeking Alpha · 6d ago
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Profile
Fund Name
Franklin FTSE Japan ETF
Inception Date
2017-11-02
Benchmark
FTSE Japan RIC Capped NR USD
Advisor Company
Franklin Advisory Services LLC
Custodian
State Street Bank and Trust Co
Manager
Hailey Harris, Dina Ting, Basit Amin, Joe Diederich