iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ) is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) listed on the New York Stock Exchange Arca. It pays a current dividend yield of 3.74% ($3.56 per share annually (TTM)). The most recent ex-dividend date was June 15, 2026, with payment scheduled for June 18, 2026. market capitalization is approximately $21.84B.

EWJ fund composition

EWJ holds 168 positions, with 29.2% of assets in its ten largest. It charges an expense ratio of 0.49%, and manages $22.38B.

Top 10 holdings

HoldingWeight
8306.TMITSUBISHI UFJ FINANCIAL GROUP4.58%
7203.TTOYOTA MOTOR3.42%
8035.TTOKYO ELECTRON3.14%
6501.THITACHI2.96%
8316.TSUMITOMO MITSUI FINANCIAL GROUP2.93%
6857.TADVANTEST2.80%
6758.TSONY GROUP2.55%
9984.TSOFTBANK GROUP2.40%
8411.TMIZUHO FINANCIAL GROUP2.38%
6098.TRECRUIT HOLDINGS LTD2.03%

Sector allocation

Technology24.9%Industrials22.9%Financial Services17.6%Consumer Cyclical11.2%Communication Services8.1%Healthcare5.3%Consumer Defensive3.4%Basic Materials3.1%Other3.6%

Frequently Asked Questions about iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ)

What is iShares MSCI Japan ETF's dividend yield?
iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 3.74%, which works out to $3.56 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does iShares MSCI Japan ETF pay distributions?
The most recent ex-dividend date was June 15, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is June 18, 2026.
How many years has iShares MSCI Japan ETF increased its dividend?
iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ) has increased its dividend for 3 consecutive years.
What does iShares MSCI Japan ETF invest in?
This fund's objective is to replicate the financial performance of a benchmark index exclusively consisting of shares from Japanese corporations.