iShares MSCI Japan ETF vs iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF — how do they compare? iShares MSCI Japan ETF trades at $98.06, while iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF trades at $101.23. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| EWJ | IEFA | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Broad Market / Factor | Broad Market / Factor |
52-Week High | $96.97 | $101.09 |
52-Week Low | $77.93 | $84.72 |
Trailing returns across standard periods
EWJ tracks the MSCI Japan Index, providing broad exposure to over 180 large and mid-cap companies in Japan. It is the most established and liquid vehicle for accessing the Japanese equity market, featuring a diversified portfolio across industrials, consumer discretionary, and financial sectors.
Read more on EWJ →IEFA tracks the MSCI EAFE Investable Market Index, offering broad exposure to large, mid, and small-cap stocks in developed markets across Europe, Australasia, and the Far East. It serves as a low-cost core holding for international diversification, excluding the U.S. and Canada.
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