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Would EWJ survive 2008?

Ishares MSCI Japan ETF

It doesn't have to be a hypothetical: EWJ was there. Here's exactly what happened to it through the global financial crisis and the recovery that followed.

A rough ride in this window

EWJ fell 49% from its 2007-02 peak to its 2009-02 trough, measured on month-end closes ($10,000 at the peak dipped to about $5,112) and had not fully recovered by the end of 2013 (dividends reinvested).

Real 2007-01 to 2013-12 data. Past performance doesn't predict future results.

Growth of $10,000 in EWJ · 2007-01 to 2013-12 · dividends reinvested

Worst drawdown (month-end closes)
-48.88%
Peak → trough
2007-02 → 2009-02
Months underwater
not recovered by 2013
Total return 2007-01 to 2013-12
-5.14%

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This tool is for educational and informational purposes only and does not provide financial, investment, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Results are hypothetical and based on historical data and assumptions that may be inaccurate. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Consult a licensed professional before making investment decisions.