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Q: This fund has done well over the last few years but historical really up and down. It shows a 9% dividend -is that correct? Could you let me know how high risk it is, and if you would recommend it as part of a basket of international ETF's? Is there others you prefer that you think would do better over the next few years and any in Canadian dollars? Currently I only own ZDI.
Thank you!
Asked by Pat on January 30, 2026
5i Research Answer:
JOF is a closed end fund focusing on Japanese small cap stocks. We do not have a Canadian-traded...
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