iShares MSCI Japan ETF vs Synchrony Financial — how do they compare? iShares MSCI Japan ETF trades at $97.1, while Synchrony Financial trades at $78.37 (market cap $25.53B). The key difference: Synchrony Financial pays a 1.73% dividend while iShares MSCI Japan ETF pays none, and iShares MSCI Japan ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, Synchrony Financial nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| EWJ | SYF | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Broad Market / Factor | Financials |
52-Week High | $96.97 | $88.47 |
52-Week Low | $77.93 | $63.78 |
Market Cap | — | $25.53B |
Dividend Yield | — | 1.73% |
Trailing returns across standard periods
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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 →Synchrony Financial is a premier consumer financial services company and the largest provider of private-label credit cards in the United States. Spun off from GE Capital in 2014, it operates through a unique B2B2C model, embedding its financing products within the ecosystems of major partners like Amazon, Lowe’s, and PayPal. Synchrony leverages deep data analytics and a diverse multi-platform strategy—spanning retail, health, and auto—to drive customer loyalty and provide specialized credit solutions at the point of sale.
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