Japan For The Long Haul

Japan's recovery from the “lost decades” of deflation and meager growth has been an on-again, off-again phenomenon. We believe that Japan should reach the “cruising altitude” phase this year and beyond, with a revised code to push companies to make better use of their cash and other assets in helping drive long-term growth.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 25, 2026

What The U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Means For Asia

The peace deal and partial resumption of oil flows reduce near-term inflation risks, giving some central banks (notably Taiwan and India) room to delay tightening. However, a broad pivot remains premature, as still-elevated oil prices, rising food price risks, and second-round effects keep the policy stance asymmetric and biased towards caution.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 19, 2026

Is First Trust Japan AlphaDEX ETF (FJP) a Strong ETF Right Now?

Launched on 04/18/2011, the First Trust Japan AlphaDEX ETF (FJP) is a smart beta exchange traded fund offering broad exposure to the Asia-Pacific (Developed) ETFs category of the market.

Zacks Investment Research • May 20, 2026

Should Buy Japan ETFs as Economy Beats Estimates in Q1?

Japan's stronger-than-expected Q1 GDP and export surge are boosting the case for selective Japan ETF investing.

Zacks Investment Research • May 20, 2026

Japan: I See An Opportunity

I am bullish on Japanese equities, emphasizing that Japan's high debt/GDP is offset by a robust asset base and pension fund scale. Japan's Government Pension Investment Fund and BOJ asset accumulation provide significant competitive advantages and underpin market resilience.

Seeking Alpha • May 15, 2026

Japan ETF (FJP) Hits New 52-Week High

The ETF FJP hits a new 52-week high as Japan's equity rally accelerates on pro-growth policy optimism and strong momentum signals.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 11, 2026

Nikkei 225 Struggles As Momentum Fades Ahead Of BOJ Decision

Nikkei 225 struggles below 50,000 as upside momentum fades. Daily RSI drifts into neutral territory, signaling consolidation.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 17, 2025

Nikkei 225 Slips As BOJ Hike Bets Surge Ahead Of December Meeting

The Nikkei 225 falls to 49,303 as rate-hike odds for December 19 approach 80%. Electronics, pharma, and industrials lead declines as liquidity expectations tighten.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 2, 2025

Nikkei 225 Extends Rally As Japan Export Strength And Tech Gains Lift Sentiment

Nikkei closes at 51,063, extending gains for a second session. Manufacturing confidence hits a four-year high as exports strengthen.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 12, 2025

Why We Still Like Japan In Global Stocks

Solid growth and ongoing shareholder-friendly reforms are driving Japanese equity gains, keeping us overweight. We see the AI theme playing out globally.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 29, 2025