iShares MSCI Japan Small Cap

ETF description

This ETF is designed to track the performance of small‑sized companies in Japan. These companies are selected based on specific criteria, including their size, liquidity, and financial stability.

This ETF may appeal to investors who are looking to diversify their portfolio by adding smaller companies with growth potential. However, it might also carry more volatility compared to large‑cap investments due to the nature of small‑cap stocks.

Issuer details

iShares ETFs are issued and managed by BlackRock, the world’s largest asset management company.

With 800+ products globally and over $2trn in assets (as at June 2024), iShares ETFs are a flexible, low‑cost way for investors to gain exposure to various market segments, including fixed income, emerging markets and broad‑based indexes.

Index details

The FTSE RAFI UK 100 index offers investors a unique approach to gaining exposure to the largest UK companies by emphasizing fundamental factors such as sales, cash flow, dividends, and book value, rather than market capitalization. This fundamental weighting method aims to provide a more stable and potentially higher return profile compared to traditional market‑cap‑weighted indices. Its systematic approach and focus on long‑term fundamentals make it an essential component for portfolios seeking enhanced performance and diversification within the UK market.