iShares MSCI Japan ETF vs Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares — how do they compare? iShares MSCI Japan ETF trades at $98, while Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares trades at $146.45. The key difference: iShares MSCI Japan ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| EWJ | SOXL | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Broad Market / Factor | Leveraged / Inverse |
52-Week High | $96.97 | $300.77 |
52-Week Low | $77.93 | $24.91 |
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 →SOXL is a leveraged ETF that seeks daily investment results corresponding to 300% of the daily performance of the ICE Semiconductor Index. It is designed as a tactical tool for experienced traders to take a bullish (long) position on the semiconductor sector. Due to the effects of compounding and leverage, the ETF is intended to be held for a single day and is not suitable for long-term investment.
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