DBJP vs EWJ
Xtrackers MSCI Japan Hedged Equity ETF compared with iShares MSCI Japan ETF on yield, payout growth, payment schedule, cost and risk.
DBJP
Xtrackers MSCI Japan Hedged Equity ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
EWJ
iShares MSCI Japan ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
Quick take
- DBJP yields more today: 2.42% vs 1.06% (forward).
- DBJP has grown its payout faster: 4.1%/yr vs -8.1%/yr over the last 5 years.
- Both pay twice a year.
- Over the last year DBJP delivered the higher total return: +37.5% vs +17.9% (price change plus payouts).
- DBJP is cheaper to own: 0.45% vs 0.49% expense ratio.
- EWJ has the steadier distribution: consistency 54/100 vs 0/100.
Generated from the latest data on both pages. Not a recommendation.
Side by side
| Metric | DBJP | EWJ |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $115.40 | $94.10 |
| TTM yield | 1.23% | 0.53% |
| Forward yield | 2.42% | 1.06% |
| Annual payout per share | $2.792 | $1.002 |
| Payment frequency | Semi-annual | Semi-annual |
| Next ex-date | Dec 20, 2026 (est.) | Dec 16, 2026 (est.) |
| Expense ratio | 0.45% | 0.49% |
| 1-year payout growth | — | -69.7% |
| 5-year payout CAGR | +4.1% | -8.1% |
| Consecutive years of increases | 0 years | 0 years |
| Payout consistency (last 12) | 0/100 | 54/100 |
| 1-year total return | +37.5% | +17.9% |
| 1-year price return | +35.8% | +17.3% |
| Size (market cap / AUM) | 714.2M | 23.5B |
| Years paying | 14.8 | 29.2 |
| Sector / category | Japan Stock | Japan Stock |
✓ marks the more favourable figure where one exists (higher yield, growth, streak, consistency, return and size; lower cost, payout ratio and risk).
$10,000 invested today
| DBJP | EWJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Shares | 86.7 | 106.3 |
| Income per year | $242 | $106 |
| Income per month (avg) | $20 | $9 |
At forward yields, before taxes. Model DBJP · Model EWJ
Next payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| DBJP Dec 20, 2026 | Jan 3, 2027 | $1.396 | Est. |
| DBJP Jun 23, 2027 | Jul 7, 2027 | $1.396 | Est. |
| EWJ Dec 16, 2026 | Dec 30, 2026 | $0.501 | Est. |
| EWJ Jun 18, 2027 | Jul 2, 2027 | $0.501 | Est. |
Annual payouts per share
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Regular payments only; the current year is year to date. Per-share amounts are not directly comparable when share prices differ, so read this chart for growth trends.
FAQ
Which has the higher dividend yield, DBJP or EWJ?
DBJP currently has the higher trailing yield: DBJP yields 1.23% and EWJ yields 0.53%. Yield changes daily with price, so check the live figures above.
How often do DBJP and EWJ pay?
DBJP pays twice a year and EWJ pays twice a year. DBJP's next ex-date is Dec 20, 2026 and EWJ's is Dec 16, 2026.
Which has grown its dividend faster, DBJP or EWJ?
DBJP has grown its payout faster: 4.1%/yr vs -8.1%/yr over the last 5 years.
Is DBJP or EWJ better for income?
It depends on what you are optimising for. DBJP and EWJ differ in yield, growth, payment schedule and risk profile; the table above puts every metric side by side so you can weigh them for your own goals. This page is data, not advice.