EWJV vs FLJP
iShares MSCI Japan Value ETF compared with Franklin FTSE Japan ETF on yield, payout growth, payment schedule, cost and risk.
EWJV
iShares MSCI Japan Value ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
FLJP
Franklin FTSE Japan ETF
TTM yield · Semi-annual
Quick take
- EWJV yields more today: 2.06% vs 0.83% (forward).
- EWJV has grown its payout faster: -0.6%/yr vs -23.2%/yr over the last 5 years.
- Both pay twice a year.
- Over the last year EWJV delivered the higher total return: +21.4% vs +18.0% (price change plus payouts).
- FLJP is cheaper to own: 0.09% vs 0.15% expense ratio.
Generated from the latest data on both pages. Not a recommendation.
Side by side
| Metric | EWJV | FLJP |
|---|---|---|
| Share price | $46.91 | $40.62 |
| TTM yield | 1.03% | 0.42% |
| Forward yield | 2.06% | 0.83% |
| Annual payout per share | $0.966 | $0.338 |
| Payment frequency | Semi-annual | Semi-annual |
| Next ex-date | Dec 16, 2026 (est.) | Dec 27, 2026 (est.) |
| Expense ratio | 0.15% | 0.09% |
| 1-year payout growth | -59.3% | -68.2% |
| 5-year payout CAGR | -0.6% | -23.2% |
| Consecutive years of increases | 0 years | 0 years |
| Payout consistency (last 12) | 62/100 | 71/100 |
| 1-year total return | +21.4% | +18.0% |
| 1-year price return | +20.1% | +17.5% |
| Size (market cap / AUM) | 782.7M | 4.2B |
| Years paying | 7.4 | 8.8 |
| 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
| EWJV | FLJP | |
|---|---|---|
| Shares | 213.2 | 246.2 |
| Income per year | $206 | $83 |
| Income per month (avg) | $17 | $7 |
At forward yields, before taxes. Model EWJV · Model FLJP
Next payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| EWJV Dec 16, 2026 | Dec 21, 2026 | $0.483 | Est. |
| EWJV Jun 18, 2027 | Jun 23, 2027 | $0.483 | Est. |
| FLJP Dec 27, 2026 | Jan 10, 2027 | $0.169 | Est. |
| FLJP Jun 29, 2027 | Jul 13, 2027 | $0.169 | Est. |
Annual payouts per share
EWJVFLJP
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, EWJV or FLJP?
EWJV currently has the higher trailing yield: EWJV yields 1.03% and FLJP yields 0.42%. Yield changes daily with price, so check the live figures above.
How often do EWJV and FLJP pay?
EWJV pays twice a year and FLJP pays twice a year. EWJV's next ex-date is Dec 16, 2026 and FLJP's is Dec 27, 2026.
Which has grown its dividend faster, EWJV or FLJP?
EWJV has grown its payout faster: -0.6%/yr vs -23.2%/yr over the last 5 years.
Is EWJV or FLJP better for income?
It depends on what you are optimising for. EWJV and FLJP 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.