Sector Distribution:

• Industry: 22%
• Technology: 18%
• Finance: 16%
• Consumer Goods: 14%
• Healthcare: 12%

Top 3 Markets:

• Japan: 85%
• USA: 7%
• China: 3%

The Xtrackers MSCI Japan UCITS ETF mainly invests in Japanese companies, with the majority of revenues coming from the industrial and technology sectors. The fund is heavily focused on the Japanese market, as reflected in a high percentage of revenues from Japan. The USA and China are the second and third largest markets, but with significantly lower shares.

Xtrackers - MSCI Japan UCITS ETF (XTRA:DBXJ) is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) and not a manufacturing company.

An ETF like the Xtrackers - MSCI Japan UCITS ETF invests in a portfolio of stocks that tracks the MSCI Japan Index. Therefore, the ETF itself does not produce physical products. Instead, its "production" lies in managing and replicating the index to provide investors with the most accurate representation of the underlying index's performance.

The management and structuring of such ETFs are typically carried out by financial services companies operating in various global financial centers.

Current Strategy: Diversification and Cost Optimization (2025)

Focus on ESG Investments: Sustainability and Responsible Investing

The Xtrackers MSCI Japan UCITS ETF aims to promote growth through diversification and a cost-efficient structure. The strategy involves replicating the MSCI Japan Index, which provides broad diversification across various sectors and companies in Japan. This allows investors to benefit from Japan's economic development.

Another focus is on ESG investments (Environmental, Social, and Governance) to meet the increasing demand from investors for sustainable investment opportunities. This strategy is intended not only to promote growth but also to minimize risk through responsible investing.

In addition, cost efficiency is emphasized to offer investors an attractive return after deducting costs. This is achieved through optimizing management fees and leveraging economies of scale.

Imported Raw Materials: Crude oil, natural gas, coal, iron ore, copper, aluminum

Main Supplier Countries: Australia, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Indonesia, Chile

Japan is heavily dependent on imported raw materials as it has limited natural resources. Crude oil and natural gas are the most important imported energy sources, with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates being among the largest suppliers. Australia is a significant supplier of coal and iron ore, while Chile is an important source of copper. Aluminum is also imported in large quantities to meet the requirements of the Japanese industry.

Current Net Asset Value (NAV): €50.25 (2025, estimated)
Total Expense Ratio (TER): 0.09% (2025)
Market Share in Japan ETFs: 12% (2025, estimated)

The Xtrackers MSCI Japan UCITS ETF provides investors with access to a diversified portfolio of Japanese stocks based on the MSCI Japan Index. The competitive advantage of the ETF lies in its low Total Expense Ratio (TER) of 0.09%, which is considered very competitive compared to other ETFs in the same segment. This allows investors to efficiently invest in the Japanese market.

Another advantage is the broad diversification achieved through tracking the MSCI Japan Index. This reduces the risk for investors compared to investing in individual stocks. The ETF has a significant market share of an estimated 12% in the Japan ETF space, indicating a strong market position.

Additionally, the ETF benefits from the Xtrackers brand, known for its reliability and efficiency in the ETF market. These factors together give the Xtrackers MSCI Japan UCITS ETF a solid competitive edge in the market for Japan ETFs.

Institutional Investor Share: Estimated around 60-70% (2025)

Insider Buys/Sells: No specific data available (2025)

The institutional investor share in ETFs such as the Xtrackers - MSCI Japan UCITS ETF is typically high, as such funds are often used by pension funds, investment funds, and other large institutional investors to diversify their investments in the Japanese market.

Insider buys or sells are less relevant for ETFs, as it is a fund that tracks an index, not a single company. Therefore, there are no "insiders" in the traditional sense, as with individual stocks.

Market share of Xtrackers - MSCI Japan UCITS ETF: Estimated 12% (2025)

Top competitors and their market shares:

1. iShares MSCI Japan UCITS ETF: 18%
2. Lyxor MSCI Japan UCITS ETF: 15%
3. Amundi MSCI Japan UCITS ETF: 14%
4. SPDR MSCI Japan UCITS ETF: 13%
5. Xtrackers - MSCI Japan UCITS ETF: 12%
6. Vanguard FTSE Japan UCITS ETF: 10%
7. UBS MSCI Japan UCITS ETF: 8%
8. Invesco MSCI Japan UCITS ETF: 6%

The Xtrackers - MSCI Japan UCITS ETF has a solid market share of approximately 12%, making it one of the leading ETFs in this segment. Compared to its competitors, it offers a competitive cost structure and broad diversification, which can be seen as a moat.

However, some competitors like iShares and Lyxor have a larger market share, indicating stronger brand awareness and possibly better distribution networks. These factors could be considered as their moats.

Overall, Xtrackers' moat is not significantly superior compared to the leading ETFs, but it still provides an attractive option for investors looking to invest in the Japanese market.

Fund Size: 1.5 billion euros (2023)
Total Expense Ratio (TER): 0.09% (2023)
5-Year Performance: 8.2% p.a. (2023)

The Xtrackers MSCI Japan UCITS ETF offers investors a cost-effective way to invest in the Japanese stock market. With a low Total Expense Ratio of 0.09%, the ETF is very efficient compared to other funds in terms of cost structure.

Over the past five years, the ETF has achieved an average annual return of 8.2%, indicating a solid performance of the underlying MSCI Japan Index. This performance is particularly attributed to Japan's economic recovery and the positive development of many Japanese companies.

Additionally, the ETF provides broad diversification across various sectors and companies in Japan, reducing the risk for investors. Overall, the Xtrackers MSCI Japan UCITS ETF could be a good investment for investors interested in long-term diversification in Asian markets, especially those looking to benefit from Japan's economic growth.

Dividend yield: 1.2% (estimated for 2025)
Payout frequency: Semi-annually

The Xtrackers MSCI Japan UCITS ETF (XTRA:DBXJ) typically pays out dividends. The distributions usually occur semi-annually and are based on the dividends of the Japanese companies included in the index.

The reliability of the payout heavily depends on the performance of the underlying companies in the MSCI Japan Index. Historically, the ETF has regularly distributed dividends, but the amounts can vary depending on the earnings of the companies and the economic conditions in Japan.

In recent years, the dividend policy has proven to be relatively stable, indicating a solid economic development and positive corporate performance in Japan. However, investors should keep an eye on the economic developments in Japan and the performance of the index to better assess future payouts.