Fidelity Japan Smaller Companies Fund

Frequently Asked Questions About FJSCX

What does FJSCX invest in?

The Fidelity Japan Smaller Companies Fund primarily targets Japanese equities, along with other investments economically linked to Japan, dedicating a minimum of 80% of its portfolio to such holdings. Its main focus is on companies with smaller market capitalizations, generally defined by sizes comparable to those found in the Russell/Nomura Mid-Small Cap Index or the JASDAQ Index. However, the fund also retains the flexibility to invest in larger-cap Japanese issuers. To select its investments, the fund employs a rigorous fundamental analysis framework, evaluating individual companies based on their financial health and industry standing, in addition to assessing broader market trends and prevailing economic conditions.

What is the expense ratio of FJSCX?

Fidelity Japan Smaller Companies Fund (FJSCX) charges an expense ratio of 0.85%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is FJSCX?

Fidelity Japan Smaller Companies Fund (FJSCX) manages $459.1M in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure. Funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is FJSCX actively managed or an index fund?

FJSCX's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was FJSCX launched?

Fidelity Japan Smaller Companies Fund (FJSCX) launched in March 1996 and is managed by Fidelity.

How has FJSCX performed?

FJSCX's total return (price change plus reinvested distributions) is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.