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iShares MSCI Japan Small-Cap ETF
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SCJ performance and flow charts
Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 12, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -8.69% | +6.01% | +4.80% | +28.72% | +54.58% | +31.39% |
| Flows | +$52M | +$80M | +$71M | +$98M | +$132M | +$149M |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +17.50% | +16.58% | +15.17% | +15.70% |
Max drawdown | -10.46% | -12.88% | -13.22% | -33.14% |
Max drawdown duration | 11d | 33d | 207d | 1346d |
Time to recover | N/A | 15d | 15d | 946d |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
Sectors
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 775
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The iShares MSCI Japan Small-Cap ETF is built to track the MSCI Daily Total Return Net Small Cap Japan Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly).
This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Provider | iShares |
| N° of holdings | 775 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | December 20, 2007 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is SCJ?
SCJ is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by iShares.
What index does SCJ track?
SCJ tracks the MSCI Daily Total Return Net Small Cap Japan Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does SCJ invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Small Cap Japanese Equities. It is part of the segment: Japan Blended Cap.
What is the expense ratio of SCJ?
The total expense ratio (TER) of SCJ is 0.5%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was SCJ launched?
SCJ was launched on December 20, 2007, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of SCJ?
SCJ is issued by iShares.
What is the AUM of SCJ?
As of March 12, 2026, SCJ manages $240.14 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has SCJ performed recently?
As of March 12, 2026, SCJ delivered a return of -8.69% over the past month (1M performance), 6.01% over the past three months (3M), and 4.8% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for SCJ?
As of March 12, 2026, SCJ has seen net flows of +$52M in the past month (1M flow) and +$71M year-to-date (YTD).
Does SCJ pay dividends?
As of March 12, 2026, SCJ has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3%.
How many holdings are in SCJ
As of January 31, 2026, SCJ holds 775 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is SCJ?
As of January 31, 2026, SCJ holds 775 securities, with 8.96% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of SCJ?
As of January 31, 2026, SCJ holds a portfolio of 775 underlyings, with its largest positions including IBIDEN, SHOWA DENKO and SHIMIZU. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does SCJ invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, SCJ has its largest geographic exposures in Japan.
What sectors or themes does SCJ focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, SCJ is primarily exposed to Industrials, Consumer Discretionary and Materials.
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